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Core Belief
"Enlightenment can be attained through following a teacher and adhering to established doctrines."
Worldview
Sees the world as divided into good and evil, truth and falsehood, and believes in the importance of adhering to moral principles.
Personality
Faithful, devoted, and eager to learn. He is less independent and more reliant on external guidance than Siddhartha. He is also somewhat timid and hesitant.
In Their Own Words
"We have learned, and we’ll continue learning. You’ll be a great Samana, Siddhartha."
"If you, Siddhartha, only would not bother your friend with this kind of talk! Truly, you words stir up fear in my heart."
"Siddhartha, it is not my place to scold you. We have both heard the exalted one, we have both perceived the teachings. Govinda has heard the teachings, he has taken refuge in it. But you, my honoured friend, don’t you also want to walk the path of salvation?"
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