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MN22. Simile of the Snake – Alagaddūpama Sutta
This episode is the 22nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Alagaddūpama sutta which is known as the “simile of the snake”. In this teaching one of the monks denies that breaking the rules of conduct is really a problem. The monks go to great lengths to persuade him to change his views. Then the … Continue reading MN22. Simile of the Snake – Alagaddūpama Sutta
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MN24. Prepared Chariots – Rathavinīta Sutta
This episode is the 24nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Rathavinīta sutta which is known in English the “prepared chariots”. This teaching principally involves the Venerable Sariputta and the Venerable Punna from Mantani engaging in a discussion about the purpose of living the holy life. This translation of the Rathavinīta sutta is by Bhikkhu … Continue reading MN24. Prepared Chariots – Rathavinīta Sutta
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MN23. The Ant Hill – Vammika Sutta
This episode is the 23nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Vammika Sutta which is known in English the “ant hill”. In a curious teaching full of evocative imagery, a deity lights up the Dark Forest to present Venerable Kassapa the Prince with a complex riddle. He goes on to seek an explanation of the … Continue reading MN23. The Ant Hill – Vammika Sutta
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MN21. Simile of the Saw – Kakacupama Sutta
This episode is the 21th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Kakacūpama Sutta which is known as the “simile of the saw”. This teaching has several memorable similes on the importance of patience and love even when faced with abuse and criticism. The Buddha finishes with the simile of the saw, one of the most … Continue reading MN21. Simile of the Saw – Kakacupama Sutta
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