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…of what may tempt, and what results in giving in to temptation. Material simplicity is recognized as one of the most important conditions in achieving the level of "sage," philosopher, master; as opposed to Western society, where material possesions are paramount, and self worth is heavily tied to what one owns. The choice of becoming a sage is a decision to live life without the comforts of tangible belongings, but with internal worth. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**