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Angulimala - The Serial Killer Turned Saint
This talk focuses on the story of the Buddha holding a handful of simsapa leaves to illustrate that it is not necessary to know everything, but rather to focus on transforming suffering. Those who study the Dharma should concentrate on the essential teachings to apply them to life and move towards liberation. Thich Nhat Hanh recounts the story of Angulimala, a murderer who became a disciple of the Buddha, illustrating the potential for change despite a cruel past. He emphasizes living slowly, focusing on the present, and enjoying every moment with mindfulness. He opposes golden, jade, or plastic lotuses, affirming the true beauty of real lotuses. He shares about pausing in small actions such as drinking tea, listening to the bell, and focusing on each step to live sincerely and share peace. He warns that without mindfulness, life will fail as it has never truly been lived. He encourages focusing on each moment to experience immediate happiness, conveying the best and most beautiful aspects of oneself through each mindful step.