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~ from Anthony de Mello, One Minute Wisdom

The disciples were absorbed in a discussion of Lao-tzu’s dictum: Those who know do not say; Those who say do not know.

When the master entered, They asked him what the words meant. Said the master, "Which of you knows the fragrance of a rose?" All of them indicated that they knew. Then he said, "put it into words." All of them were silent.

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