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his Enlightenment for the benefit of the ‘Group of Five’ — Enlightenment that is supreme in the human world, angel world, Māra-world, Brahmā-world, animal-world, world of monks, world of brahmins, wor

This text discusses the pivotal moment when Koṇḍañña achieved enlightenment after listening to the Buddha’s teachings, recognizing the nature of arising and cessation within himself. The earth-sprites

16. A man who falls in love with an ogress: The Buddha also compared indulging the pleasures of the senses to a man who falls in love and co-habits with an ogress who he takes for a human maiden (but

In the teachings of the Buddha, the indulgence of the senses is likened to a man falling in love with an ogress and a crow feeding from a floating elephant carcass. These metaphors illustrate the inhe

If it happens that his wealth is taken away in taxes, or stolen by robbers, or damaged by fire or floods, or frittered away by fraudulent enemies then that person will be sorrowful, suffering in body

This text discusses the sorrow and suffering resulting from the attachment to wealth and sensual pleasures, highlighting that these attachments can lead to fights and wars among various social groups.

2. Explanation of the Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering The Lord Buddha’s explanation of the Origin of Suffering includes all four of the Origin of Suffering’s implications in the light of the Fo

The Lord Buddha explains the Origin of Suffering, emphasizing craving as the root cause affecting all living beings. It identifies two forms of craving: self-centred craving (for personal advantage) a

4.1 The Path as the Escape from the Cycle of Existence This is the direct definition of the Noble Truth of the Path to the End of Suffering. Whosoever wishes to traverse the ocean of the Cycle of Exis

This text discusses the Noble Eightfold Path as the essential means to traverse the Cycle of Existence and end suffering. It illustrates the overwhelming nature of this cycle, marked by the suffering

suffering of the foetus, like being exposed to a rain of hot ashes. Each time the mother eats something spicy, the whole of the foetus’s body will itch and become swollen with the strength of the spic

This text delves into the intense suffering experienced by the foetus due to maternal actions, particularly when consuming spicy foods, causing skin irritations. It describes 'gabbha parihara mulaka d

in its place. Even the Buddha and the enlightened ones are subject to the suffering of illness — so who are we to over- look the misery of illness? 4. Suffering as a result of Dying [marana dukkhā] Al

This text delves into the concepts of suffering in Buddhism, particularly focusing on the pain associated with illness and the inevitable reality of death. It elucidates how all beings, including enli

Those who search for happiness via sense pleasure only experience happiness at the moment before suffering mani- fest itself. As soon as suffering becomes manifest, such peo- ple are often so shocked

This text discusses the fleeting nature of happiness derived from sense pleasures and the inevitable suffering that follows. It compares individuals ensnared by cravings to a rabbit caught in a hunter

practices will lead them to an end of suffering — but with­out realizing that it is only adding to their suffering. Thus it is compared to a dog who seizes whatever it likes from the owner without tak

This text elaborates on the Buddhist perspective regarding craving as the fundamental cause of suffering. It compares improper practices to a dog snatching things without regard, while proper practice

which proposes various moods and situations for its approval. Right Speech and Right Action are the tools of Right Livelihood because whenever our actions and speech are faultless, our means of liveli

This excerpt delves into the components of the Eightfold Path, highlighting the significance of Right Speech and Right Action as essential tools of Right Livelihood. It compares virtues to friends sup

in other men, looking down on her husband — even when her husband is the one to pay her dowry in the first place — having no gratitude to her husband, and even going as far as attempting to kill her h

This text explores different types of wives and their characteristics, highlighting the negative traits of a wife like an enemy, robber, and boss, and contrasting them with the positive traits of a wi

before him floating in the air. However, the hermit was so full of pride that he paid no respect. The Pacccekabuddha thus advised him: “I am a Pacccekabuddha. As for you, who will go on to be a fully-

In this story, a prideful hermit encounters a Pacccekabuddha, who teaches him the importance of humility. The Pacccekabuddha's ability to float in the air humbles the hermit, prompting a change in his

The Enlightenment of the Buddha’s First Disciple In preaching the Dhammackakapavattana Sutta, the Buddha revealed the Thirty-Seven Factors of Enlightenment [bodhipakkhiyadhamma], the Cycle of Depende

The Buddha, in the Dhammackakapavattana Sutta, introduced the Thirty-Seven Factors of Enlightenment, laying down the framework of the Four Noble Truths and the Cycle of Dependent Origination. Dhammaca

UPOSATHA DAYS (full-moon and new moon days). The Universal Monarch is endowed with seven forms of jewels by which he can rule the world: 1. A jewelled wheel; 2. A jewelled elephant; 3. A jewelled hors

This text discusses the essential attributes of the Jewelled Wheel bestowed upon the Universal Monarch. Among seven jewels, the Jewelled Wheel stands out for its double function as an invincible weapo

[vāddha-saṃsāra] on the levels of the Sensual Plane, the Form Plane and the Formless Plane so that we can enter upon Nirvana. Thus in the inauguration of the Dhamma to the world, these two reasons are

The Dhammacakka pavattana Sutta marks the inaugural teaching of the Buddha, delivered at Isipatana Deer Park two months post-enlightenment. This Sutta introduces foundational concepts in Dhamma, empha

people cite examples of enlightenment such as that of Bahiya Dārucīriya who, in his final lifetime didn’t appear to mediate, but could become enlightened just by hearing a few words from the Buddha at

In examining the enlightenment of Bahiya Dārucīriya, it is essential to recognize his previous lifetimes where he dedicated himself to achieving enlightenment through intense meditation. Alongside fel

3.3 Dukkhanirodha Aryasacca: The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering—the sickness of suffering which plagues us all has a cure; 3.4 Dukkanirodhagāminī Paṭipadā Aryasacca: The Noble Truth of the

The Noble Truths articulate the nature of suffering and its cessation. Dukkha encompasses various types of suffering including birth, aging, and death, as well as emotional pains like sorrow and disap

the cosmos with its deities, Mārās and gods, with its contemplatives and priests, its royalty and commonfolk." "O! Monks! My liberation from the Cycle of Existence is real and permanent. This is my fi

This text discusses Koññña's journey towards enlightenment through focusing his mind and understanding the Four Noble Truths. His liberation from the Cycle of Existence is emphasized, marking the sign

Yāva kivāñca me bhikkhave, imesu "O! Monks! If the Tathāgata had not fully com- catusu ariyassaccevaṁ tiparivattaṁ completed these three cycles with their twelve com- dvaḍasākāraṁ yathābhuṭṭaṁ nān

In this text, the Buddha addresses monks, emphasizing that he has fully completed the three cycles of truth, which affirms his status as a fully self-enlightened Buddha. He claims that this enlightenm

conditioning, stopping, Cessation of suffering 93-4 {metaphor, lion and Suffering as 51-2; suffering as 47 hunter 94); responsible for keeping conduct 145-6 being in cycle of rebirth 80; retin- confu

This text delves into the nature of suffering, including its definitions and categorizations. It discusses the Cycle of Existence and how attachment leads to rebirth. The text highlights the importanc