Sutras

Thus have I heard: On one occasion the Blessed One was living near Savatthi at Jetavana at Anathapindika’s monastery. Now when the night was far advanced, a certain deity, whose surpassing radiance illuminated the whole of Jetavana, approached the Blessed One, respectfully saluted him, and stood beside him. Standing thus, he addressed the Blessed One …

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This is what should be doneBy one who is skilled in goodness,And who knows the path of peace:Let them be able and upright,Straightforward and gentle in speech, Humble and not conceited,Contented and easily satisfied,Unburdened with dutiesAnd frugal in theirs ways. Peaceful and calm, and wise and skillful,Not proud and demanding in nature.Let them not do …

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