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We see an enlightened teacher to gain a sense of humor, to learn balance and proportion and of course to learn wisdom.

Frederick Lenz

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Frederick Lenz
Age: 48 †
Born: 1950
Born: February 9
Died: 1998
Died: April 12
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San Diego
California
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Buddhism

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