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Uggasena's Exhibition in Rajagaha
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Uggasena's Exhibition in Rajagaha
…esidents of the city caused platform above platform to be erected and assembled on the seventh day. Uggasena climbed a pole sixty cubits in height and balanced himself on the top of it. On that day, as the T…
In Rajagaha, Uggasena impresses the crowd with remarkable balancing feats on a pole. As the Teacher observes, he realizes…
The Story of Uggasena the Treasurer's Son
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The Story of Uggasena the Treasurer's Son
2 The Story of Uggasena the Treasurer's Son This instruction was given by the Teacher while he was in residence at Veluvan…
This narrative recounts the tale of Uggasena, the son of a treasurer, who becomes enamored with a female acrobat during a performance in Rajagah…
Exploring Wealth and Virtue in Ancient Texts
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Exploring Wealth and Virtue in Ancient Texts
…................8 (Having led neither the holy life nor riches won while young) 2) The Story of Uggasena the Treasurer’s Son....................................20 (Reaching The futher shore) 3) Kala, …
…ween wealth and virtue, illustrating the life lessons learned from characters such as Great-wealth, Uggasena, and Kukkutamitta. Each tale offers a unique perspective on the consequences of actions, the import…
The Teachings of Letting Go
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The Teachings of Letting Go
So saying, he sprang into the air from the top of the pole, turned fourteen somersaults in the air, and alighting on his feet, balanced himself once more on the tip of the pole. The Teacher said to hi
In this passage, a man named Uggasenā demonstrates the importance of letting go of attachments to the past, present, and future. The Teacher advises that true wisdom comes from releasing oneself from
The Acrobat's Journey
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The Acrobat's Journey
…came to Rajagaha. And he caused proclamation to be made throughout the city, "Seven days from today Uggasena the treasurer's son will exhibit his art to the residents of the city." *24* *Millionaire Heirs*
In a tale of pride and ambition, a female acrobat gives birth to a son while her husband tends to their carts. Despite his efforts, the acrobat remains indifferent, prompting him to learn acrobatics h