The Buddha said that without wisdom ... - Dhamma by Ajahn Jayasāro

The Buddha said that without wisdom being close to the teacher or the teachings we are like a spoon that gains no knowledge of the taste of the food. With wisdom, we are like the tongue that knows every taste of the food. Proximity to great masters is not enough in itself. One long-time disciple of Ajahn Cha never overcame his bad temper. Finally, one day, he killed someone in a fit of rage. Not long after he died in prison, not of a physical illness, but from his feelings of shame.

So where does this wisdom come from? We can't just decide to be wise. What we can do is to be sincere in letting go of all those habits and attachments that impede the flow of wisdom. We approach the Dhamma with a mind which is open and attentive, humble, alert and calm.

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