Verse 12

Chapter 24: Craving

The Verse

That is not a strong fetter, the wise say, which is made of iron, wood or hemp. But the infatuation and longing for jewels and ornaments, children and wives — that, they say, is a far stronger fetter, which pulls one downward and, though seemingly loose, is hard to remove.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 24, Verse 12

Verse 12

Chapter 24: Craving

The Verse

That is not a strong fetter, the wise say, which is made of iron, wood or hemp. But the infatuation and longing for jewels and ornaments, children and wives — that, they say, is a far stronger fetter, which pulls one downward and, though seemingly loose, is hard to remove.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 24, Verse 12