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Kalama Sutta
Do not believe something just because it has been passed along and retold for many generations.
Do not believe something merely because it has become a traditional practice.
Do not believe something simply because it is well-known everywhere.
Do not believe something just because it is cited in a text.
Do not believe something solely on the grounds of logical reasoning.
Do not believe something merely because it accords with your philosophy.
Do not believe something because it appeals to common sense.
Do not believe something just because you like the idea.
Do not believe something because the speaker seems trustworthy.
Do not believe something because “this is what our teacher says”.