Are those who insist they are wise wise? Are those that claim enlightenment enlightened?

Are those who insist they are wise wise? Are those that claim enlightenment enlightened?
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answer:Very arrongant remarks indeed…. The test is quite simple…. Can one who has no clue what enlightenment is stand to judge one who is claimimg such? You must walk the walk before you can judge the talk. So whether they are right or wrong , who are those who can judge? Most follow popular opinions
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