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This is an interesting one. Below I give you my thoughts about it:The novice would be humble if he put his pride aside
Putting pride aside means pride is still there (it's parked somewhere aside, right?).
So, I would say "the novice ACTS humble", but I don't say "the novice IS humble". In reality there is still some pride parked somewhere
To illustrate this, I take the example of an Atheist:
Atheism can be defined as "lack of belief in God". IF there is belief in God, but he puts his belief in God aside, would you call that an Atheist?
Humbleness can be define as "lack of pride". IF there is pride, but he puts pride aside, would you call that humbleness?
BUT I do agree that this is an honorable act, which takes a lot of effort (to park one's pride aside)
2 questions:he may see his teacher on the same level (not made a phrophet) while respecting the wisdom he receives.
IF you see yourself on the same level as Einstein (as a Mathematical Teacher), does that sound right to you?
IF not, why is it any different with a Prophet (a spiritual Teacher)?
IF yes, then you are a darn smart girl