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Once upon a time, sire, a certain dancer named Patala lived not far from Benares, in a village on the river’s bank. One day he went into Benares with his wife and after gaining money by his singing an

Once upon a time in a village near Benares, a dancer named Patala, after a day of performances, drunkenly wades into a river with his lute. As he sinks, his wife considers his fate. Desperate for surv

"Friend, I understand not a hidden story like this. Catch the thieves and bring them to me." Then the Bodhisatta said, "Hear then this, sire, and understand." And he told yet another tale. 2) "My lo

In this tale from the Jataka, a potter digging clay in a mountain-cave meets tragedy when a storm causes a flood that injures him. His lament reveals that the very source of his livelihood has become

"For even as the mighty earth, sire, which is the refuge of the people, broke the potter's head, even so when a king, who like the mighty earth is the refuge of the whole world, rises up and plays the

This narrative reflects on the nature of leadership and betrayal. A king who should be a refuge becomes a thief, prompting a discussion about justice. Another story illustrates the dangers of seeking

"Friend, if you can, bring me the thief." To make the king comprehend, he told yet another story. 5) Formerly, sire, in this very city a wind arose and broke a certain man's limbs. Lamenting he spo

In this story, a friend is implored to bring the thief to the king. To elucidate his request, he shares the tale of a man whose refuge turned perilous when a wind broke his limbs. The moral warns of t

7) In a village of Benares, sire, on the western side of a gentleman's house was a river full of savage crocodiles, and in this family was an only son, who on the death of his father watched over his

In a Benares village, a son is caught between his wife and mother, as his wife, initially affectionate, plots to eliminate her mother-in-law with the help of her own mother. She proposes to kill her b

Then he woke his wife, and they went together and lifting her up, bed and all, threw her into the river. And the crocodiles there killed and ate her. Next day she found out what had happened to her o

In this compelling Jataka tale, a wife and her husband conspire to kill her mother-in-law after the wife's own mother is killed. They attempt to create a funeral pyre but inadvertently awaken the old

8) Of old, sire, in this very city a man in answer to his prayer had a son. At his birth the father was full of joy and gladness at the thought of having got a son, and cherished him. When the boy was

In an ancient city, a joyous father rejoices at the birth of his son. As time passes, the son grows and, upon his father's old age, cruelly drives him out of the home. The father laments his fate, exp

Valähassa-Jataka "They who will neglect," etc.—This story the Master told while staying in Jetavana, about a Brother who had become a backslider. When the Master asked him if it was really true that

The Master recounts a tale to a Brother who admits to backsliding due to temptation from a woman. He explains how women can lead men astray through their allure and ultimately ruin them. This theme is

The eldest merchant embraced her, and perceived that she was a goblin. “All the five hundred of them must be goblins!” he thought to himself: “we must make our escape!” So in the early morning, when h

In a story where merchants find themselves confronted by goblins, one elder merchant realizes the danger and urges his companions to flee. However, many choose to stay, believing they need not fear. A

The traders heard his saying, and cried--"We are going home, master!" joining their hands, and raising them respectfully to their foreheads. "Then climb up on my back," said the Bodhisatta. Thereat s

In this story, the Bodhisatta aids a group of traders, who respectfully climb onto his back to be safely transported home. Those who obey his guidance escape the fate of their companions who were left

And hereupon the Bodhisatta flew off with such of the birds as followed his advice; but the disobedient birds, who stopped behind, all perished. ------------------------ His lesson ended, the Master

In this tale, the Bodhisatta, embodying the spirit of a king of birds, leads loyal birds to safety while disobedient ones perish. His teachings culminate in the preaching of the Four Truths, enabling

Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w

The Dummedha-Jātaka recounts an episode from the life of the Buddha, where he reflects on the story of Devadatta. Jealous of the Buddha's wisdom and Perfections, Devadatta's madness led to his folly.

Once on a time when King Magadha was ruling in Rājagaha in Magadha, the Bodhisatta was born an elephant. He was white all over and graced with all the beauty of form described above. And because of hi

In ancient Rājagaha under King Magadha, a stunning white elephant captured hearts during a royal procession, inciting jealousy in the king. Determined to rid himself of the source of praise, the king

The king with his courtiers also climbed the mountain, and had the elephant halted at the brink of a precipice. "Now," said he to the man, "if he is so well trained as you say, make him stand on three

In a remarkable display of skill, a king tests a trained elephant by commanding it to perform various tricks on a mountain's edge. The mahout expertly guides the elephant to stand on three legs, two f

Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S

In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal its powe

"And now, goodbye," said he to the king as he ended this rebuke; and rising in the air, he passed to Benares and halted in mid-air over the royal courtyard. And there was a great stir in the city and

The story narrates the arrival of a state-elephant in Benares, drawing attention from all, including the king. In gratitude, the king honors the elephant and its mahout. He divides his kingdom, ensuri

Kanda-Jataka Min-ka-Jataka Nacca-Jataka Sammodana-Jataka Maha-Jataka Sakura-Jataka Tithra-Jataka Baka-Jataka Nanda-Jataka Khiad-ningra-Jataka Loska-Jataka Kaputa-Jataka Veda-Jataka Rohini-Jataka Anand

The Jataka tales are a group of stories that depict the previous lives of the Buddha. Each tale illustrates moral lessons and embodies the values of compassion, wisdom, and ethical conduct. This antho

Kimpankha-Jataka Sumanja-Jataka Sārtha-Jataka Kuhaka-Jataka Ala-Jataka Mahāsābhāyajataka Vissākha-Jataka Loṇḍāsa-Jataka Mahābhandussa-Jataka Namasda-Jataka Kittisāla-Jataka Pasāk

This compilation includes various Jataka tales such as Kimpankha-Jataka, Sumanja-Jataka, and many others, each offering moral lessons derived from the past lives of the Buddha. These stories provide i

Goda-Jataka Siddha-Jataka Vangagha-Jataka Kaupa-Jataka Randa-Jataka Kappa-Jataka Sila-Jataka Eksrappa-Jataka Sajiva-Jataka Sila-Jataka Sukara-Jataka Ungga-Jataka Guna-Jataka

This text presents a compilation of Jataka tales, which are narratives recounting the previous lives of the Buddha and imparting moral teachings. Each tale is significant within Buddhist literature as

Mani-Jataka Munja-Jataka Sukadana-Jataka Gaman-i-Canada-Jataka Mani-Acacha-Jataka Titi-va-Jataka Paduma-Jataka Mida-Pabacha-Jataka Culna-Pandaka-Jataka Khura-patha-Jataka Vatsaga-Sindhuka-Jataka Kakga

This collection features various Jataka tales, including Mani-Jataka, Munja-Jataka, and others, each carrying valuable moral teachings and cultural significance. These tales, originating from ancient