The Simple Truth
It is said, that in Benares, India, a seeker after truth happened to meet Siddharta Gautama after his enlightenment and was immediately struck by the great depth of his life and conversation.
“Are you a guru?” the seeker asked.
“No.” Siddharta replied.
“Then, are you a master?”
“No, I am not a master.” Siddharta said quietly.
“You must be a saint, then.” said the seeker wonderingly.
“No.” said the Buddha, smiling serenely, “I am simply … awake.”
Buddhist Traditional Story
