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Notes on early Buddhist teachings from the Pali Canon. Written by a student, not a teacher.

April 18, 20264 min read

What the Buddha Actually Said About Suffering

The First Noble Truth is more precise than you think.

The First Noble Truth isn't 'life is suffering.' The Pali word dukkha means something more specific and more useful. Here's what the earliest texts actually say.

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