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The faith commended to their faithful by all religions, and considered by them as a virtue essential for him who hopes for eternal salvation, is nowise approved in the Secret Teachings. Based on the advice given by the Buddha to His disciples, '''the primary recommendation that the Masters give to neophytes is: ''Doubt!''''' Doubt is an incitement to research, and research is the Way which leads to Knowledge. p. 15
— Alexandra David-Néel
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This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "The faith commended to their faithful by all religions, and considered by them as a virtue essential for him who hopes for eternal salvation, is nowise approved in the Secret Teachings. Based on the advice given by the Buddha to His disciples, '''the primary recommendation that the Masters give to neophytes is: ''Doubt!''''' Doubt is an incitement to research, and research is the Way which leads to Knowledge. p. 15" in the context of "" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Alexandra David-Néel
Alexandra David-Néel (24 October 1868 – 8 September 1969) was a Belgian–French explorer, spiritualist, Buddhist, anarchist and writer. She wrote over 30 books about Eastern religion, philosophy, and her travels, including Magic and Mystery in Tibet which was published in 1929.
About Alexandra David-Néel
Alexandra David-Néel (24 October 1868 – 8 September 1969) was a Belgian–French explorer, spiritualist, Buddhist, anarchist and writer. She wrote over 30 books about Eastern religion, philosophy, and her travels, including Magic and Mystery in Tibet which was published in 1929.
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