(OPRC) Lesson 96 (September 4, 2025) | Dhammapada 75 | Bhante Dr. G. Chandima

                      

Dhammapda 75
(Sayings of the Dhamma)

Bāla
(Unwise)

75. Aññā hi lābhūpanisā
Indeed, one thing is the basis (upanisā) for gain (lābha).

Aññā nibbānagāminī
Another is that which leads to nibbāna (nibbānagāminī).

Evametaṃ abhiññāya
Knowing this (distinction) clearly (abhiññāya),

Bhikkhu buddhassa sāvako
a monk, disciple of the Buddha,

Sakkāraṃ nābhinandeyya

should not delight in honor and reverence (sakkāra).

Vivekamanubrūhaye

but should cultivate (anubrūhaye) seclusion (viveka).

Full Translation:

One thing is the basis for gain, another leads to nibbāna. Understanding this well, a monk/nun, disciple of the Buddha, should not delight in honor, but should cultivate seclusion.

Story: Vanavāsi Tissa Sāmaṇera Vatthu