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Truth is not far away. It is nearer than near. There is no need to attain it, since not one of your steps leads away from it.
Dogen
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Dogen
Age: 53 †
Born: 1200
Born: January 19
Died: 1253
Died: September 29
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Eihei Dōgen
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But do not ask me where I am going, As I travel in this limitless world, Where every step I take is my home.
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