Verse 14

Chapter 24: Craving

The Verse

Those who are lust-infatuated fall back into the swirling current (of samsara) like a spider on its self-spun web. This, too, the wise cut off. Without any longing, they abandon all suffering and renounce the world.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 24, Verse 14

Verse 14

Chapter 24: Craving

The Verse

Those who are lust-infatuated fall back into the swirling current (of samsara) like a spider on its self-spun web. This, too, the wise cut off. Without any longing, they abandon all suffering and renounce the world.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 24, Verse 14

Dhammapada — Timeless wisdom from the Buddha's teachings

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