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Why is knowledge considered detrimental?

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"Knowledge is a barrier to wonder; it turns the heart into a cluttered mirror, obscuring the divine mystery that can only be known through innocent eyes."

When you think you already know, you stop being amazed, and without amazement you can't feel life's mystery or God, so drop explanations and look like a child again.
Why this matters practically
- Notice awe in ordinary moments instead of rushing to explain.
- Practice direct experiencing (sunrise, breath, birdsong) without labeling to soften ego.
- Use beginner's mind to restore meaning, joy, and creative insight.
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