If you find a man who points out faults and who reproves, follow such a wise person as you would a guide to hidden treasure.

Gautama Buddha

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Topic

Self-improvement Openness to criticism Criticism

Author

Gautama Buddha

Source

The Dhammapada

Medium

Scripture

Genre

Religious literature

Language

Pali

Time

520 BC 520s BC 6th century BC

Occupation

Founder of a religion Philosopher

From

Nepal Asia

Authentication Score 0

Original Citation

Dhammapada. 6th century B. C., vs. 76.

Current Citation

The Dhammapada: A New Translation of the Bhuddist Classic. Translated by Gil Fronsdal. Shambhala, 2018.

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Source
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Medium
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Language
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Time
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Shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil?

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Topic
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Source
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Medium
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Genre
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Statement Type
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Language
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Time
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