(OPRC) Lesson 104 (November 6, 2025) | Dhammapada 83 | Bhante Dr. G. Chandima

                      

Dhammapda 83
(Sayings of the Dhamma)

Paṇḍita
(Wise)

83. Sabbattha ve sappurisā cajanti 

Truly, the noble (wise) ones give up clinging to the five aggregates in all places.

Na kāmakāmā lapayanti santo, 

 They do not prattle about overindulgence in sensual pleasures.

Sukhena phuṭṭhā atha vā dukhena,
Whether they are touched by happiness or by suffering,

Na uccāvacaṃ paṇḍitā dassayanti.
The wise do not show any highs or lows (do not display elation or dejection).

Full Translation:

Truly, the noble (wise) ones give up clinging to the five aggregates in all places; they do not prattle about overindulgence in sensual pleasures.. Whether touched by happiness or by suffering, the wise remain calm and even-minded, showing neither elation nor dejection.

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