Verse 4

Chapter 8: The Thousands

The Verse

Though one may conquer a thousand times a thousand men in battle, yet he indeed is the noblest victor who conquers himself.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 8, Verse 4
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Verse 4

Chapter 8: The Thousands

The Verse

Though one may conquer a thousand times a thousand men in battle, yet he indeed is the noblest victor who conquers himself.

— Dhammapada, Chapter 8, Verse 4

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