Verse 13
Chapter 6: The Wise
Chapter 6: The Wise
Giving up sensual pleasures, with no attachment, let the wise man cleanse himself of defilements of the mind.
The Story of Five Hundred Visiting Monks
While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke these verses with reference to five hundred visiting monks.
These monks had spent the rainy season in the kingdom of Kosala. At its close, they came to the Jetavana Monastery to see the Buddha, paid homage to him, and sat respectfully to one side.
After listening to the account of their experiences, the Buddha instructed them in the Dhamma by reciting these verses.
Chapter 6: The Wise
Giving up sensual pleasures, with no attachment, let the wise man cleanse himself of defilements of the mind.
The Story of Five Hundred Visiting Monks
While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke these verses with reference to five hundred visiting monks.
These monks had spent the rainy season in the kingdom of Kosala. At its close, they came to the Jetavana Monastery to see the Buddha, paid homage to him, and sat respectfully to one side.
After listening to the account of their experiences, the Buddha instructed them in the Dhamma by reciting these verses.