Verse 1

Chapter 8: The Thousands

The Verse

Better than a thousand useless words is one useful word, hearing which one attains peace.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 8, Verse 1
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Dhammapada

Verse 1

Chapter 8: The Thousands

The Verse

Better than a thousand useless words is one useful word, hearing which one attains peace.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 8, Verse 1

Dhammapada — Timeless wisdom from the Buddha's teachings

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