The Path of Wholesomeness and Unwholesomeness
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Unwholesome speech comprises:
- telling lies [musāvāda]
- divisive speech [pisuṇaṅāṭa]
- harsh speech, insults and swearing [pharusavaṭṭa]
- idle chatter, frivolous talk [samphappalāpa]
Unwholes…
…holesome behaviors are cautioned against: stealing, committing adultery, lying, divisive speech, harsh speech, idle chatter, covetousness, vengeful thinking, and false views. These behaviors arise from …