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Is enlightenment equivalent to Buddhahood?
"Orthodox Buddhism teaches about enlightenment but also teaches us not to become obsessed with pursuing enlightenment. Enlightenment in its true sense means hearing the Dharma, experiencing the Buddhadharma for ourselves, and then acting accordingly to change ourselves, instead of some mystic experiences, though they can reinforce our faith for the path.
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