Buddhist Holy Day Dhamma (30/05/2024)
Worldlings subject to illness,
old age, and death are disgusted
by other people who exist
in accordance with their nature.
“If I were to become disgusted
with beings who have such a nature,
that would not be proper for me
since I too have the same nature.
“While I was dwelling thus,
having known the state without acquisitions,
I overcame all intoxications—
intoxication with health,
with youth, and with life—
having seen security in renunciation.
“Zeal then arose in me
as I clearly saw nibbāna.
Now I am incapable
of indulging in sensual pleasures.
Relying on the spiritual life,
never will I turn back.”
AN 5.57 Themes (Bhikkhu Bodhi)
