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  Dhammapda 35 (Sayings of the Dhamma) Citta (Thought) 35. Dunniggahassa lahuno, The thoughts, hard to manage, Yattha kāmanipātino; Flighty- alighting where it wishes- Cittassa damatho sādhu, One does well to tame. Cittaṁ dantaṁ sukhāvahaṁ. Disciplined thought brings happiness. Story: Aññatara bhikkhu vatthu

   1. Why is the Buddha called " lokavid ū "? The Buddha possesses a profound understanding of the world, encompassing all aspects of sensory experience. This includes a complete awareness of the arising and ceasing of all sensory phenomena, which reflects the depth of the Samma Sambuddha's knowledge. (see SN 35.23 Sabba Sutta)  - The Buddha teaches that true world exploration cannot be achieved alone through physical travel. For a deeper understanding, one must delve into the insights found in the Rohitassa Sutta (AN 4.45).  Download - Saṅkhāra World (3 main worlds and 31 realms):  Sensual 11 Material 16 immaterial 4. 2. Why is the Buddha called " Anuttaro Purisadamma S ā rathi "? The Buddha surpasses all beings in virtue, concentration, and wisdom, which is why he is called " anuttaro ."  The term " Purisadamma Sārathi " signifies his ability to guide and discipline even the most difficult individuals, whether human, animal, or non-human. F

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  Dhammapda 33-34 (Sayings of the Dhamma) Citta (Thought) 33. Phandanaṁ capalaṁ cittaṁ, The restless, agitated thought, dūrakkhaṁ dunni vārayaṁ; Hard to protect, hard to prevent, Ujuṁ karoti medhāvī, The sage makes straight, usukāro'va tejanaṁ. As a fletcher the shaft of an arrow 34.  Vārijo'va thale khitto, Like a fish out of water, okamokata ubbhato; Thrown on dry ground, Pariphandati'daṁ cittaṁ, This thought agitates, māradheyyaṁ pahātave. Trying to escape Mara's command (Hence should one abandon the realm of Mara). Story: Meghiya bhikkhu

  Dhammapda 32 (Sayings of the Dhamma) Appamāda ( Diligence) 32. Appamāda rato bhikkhu, The monastic who delights in diligence pamāde bhayadassi vā; And fears negligence Abhabbo parihānāya, Is incapable of backsliding nibbānasseva santike. And is quite close to Nibbana Story: Nigamatissa bhikkhu

                      The Pali word for sensual pleasure is " kāma ," while the term for lust is " kāmarāga ." There are two forms of kāma . 1.  Vatthu kāma  (Sensual pleasure as an object): The actual objects of sensual pleasure themselves, such as sights, sounds, smells, tastes, touch and thoughts. Vatthu Kama focuses on the sensory experiences available in the world. While these objects are not inherently defiled, greed to them can lead to Kilesa K ā ma if one becomes greedy. 2.  Kilesa kāma (Sensual pleasure as a defilement): This refers to the greed for sensual pleasures that lead to mental defilements.  Being able to enjoy sensual pleasures is indeed a blessing   However, due to certain akusala kamma, the mind may not naturally incline toward the enjoyment of fine food, clothing, vehicles, or the five refined forms of sensual stimulation ( na uḷāresu pañcasu kāmaguṇesu bhogāya cittaṁ namati ), as mentioned in AN 9.20 of the Vel ā ma Sutta. 1. Understanding S

  1. Why is the Buddha called " arahaṃ "? - breaker of the spokes of the wheel of samsara ( ārakattā arahaṃ ) - destroyer of the akusala enemies, wielding the weapon of wisdom ( paññāsatthena arīnaṃ hatattāpi arahaṃ) - the one most worthy of the requisites ( paccayādīnaṃ arahattāpi arahaṃ) - the Buddha never engages in any akusala, even in secret ( pāpakaraṇe rahābhāvatopi arahaṃ) 2. Why is the Buddha called  " sammāsambuddho "? Sammā sāmañca sabbadhammānaṃ buddhattā (The Buddha acquired all the essential Dhamma expertise through five key avenues.) (i) The Buddha fully knew all that needed to be known. (abhiññeyye dhamme abhiññeyyato buddho) (ii) The Buddha completely realized everything that was meant to be fully understood. (pariññeyye dhamme pariññeyyato) (iii) The Buddha entirely relinquished all that needed to be given up. (pahātabbe dhamme pahātabbato) (iv) The Buddha fully realized all that is meant to be realized. (sacchikātabbe dhamme sacchikātabbato) (v)