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The River Shapes The Buddhist Path Siddhartha is on a voyage to one day attain nirvana, the highest state of inner self peace. He has learned that you can only learn what is taught, and know what you’ve experienced. Along the path he takes, he settles down near a river, and learns many secrets and lesson from the river. The River is symbolic of all life in many ways. The river is the base …

…that time is not relevant to reach nirvana. Siddhartha’s path to know what the Buddah knows will eventually bring him to the ultimate peace of mine; nirvana. The lessons taught by the river are valuable because they are experienced lessons, rather than taught lessons. Govinda may never reach nirvana because he never choose his own path, rather than following in anothers. The river brings Siddhartha closer to nature and finally helps him reach nirvana.