Paṭisota | From Mindful Insight to Heartfelt Wisdom

Not to associate with fools – Avoid people who drag you down, like those who drink too much or live irresponsibly. To associate with the wise – Be around people who inspire you to grow spiritually. Good company is essential for a good life. To pay respects where they are due – Honor the Buddha, your teachers, and elders. This is a blessing and an opportunity not to be missed. To reside in a suitable location – Live in a peaceful place with a supportive society and economy, free from fear and need. To have previously done meritorious deeds – Enjoy the good results of past virtuous actions, but continue making good deeds now. To be heading in the right direction – If you are growing spiritually, developing wisdom and compassion, you are blessed. To have much learning – Be well-educated and knowledgeable, especially in the teachings of the Dhamma, which is invaluable. To be skilled and knowledgeable – Use your skills and talents to improve your life and the lives of others. To be ...

  Dhammapda 44-45 (Sayings of the Dhamma) Puppha (Flowers) 44. Ko imaṁ pathaviṁ vijessati, Who will master this earth of existence?  Yamalokañ ca imaṁ sadevakaṁ? And the realms of Yama and the devas? Ko dhammapadaṁ sudesitaṁ, Who will select a well-taught Dhamma teaching (37 Factors of Awakening), Kusalo pupphamiva pacessati? As a skilled person selects a flower? 45. Sekho pathaviṁ vijessati, One in training will master this earth of existence  Yamalokañ ca imaṁ sadevakaṁ; And the realms of Yama and the devas. Sekho dhammapadaṁ sudesitaṁ, One in training will select a well-taught Dhamma teaching (37 Factors of Awakening), Kusalo pupphamiva pacessati. As a skilled person selects a flower. Story: Pañcasata Bhikkhu Vatthu