Paṭisota

4. Kāmesumicchācāra — Abstaining from Sexual Misconduct 4.1 Puna caparaṃ, gahapatayo, ariyasāvako iti paṭisañcikkhati: Furthermore, householders, the noble disciple reflects in this way: The Buddha continues the same method of wise reflection ( paṭisañcikkhā ) , now applying it to sexual conduct and relationships. 4.2 Yo kho me dāresu cārittaṃ āpajjeyya, na metaṃ assa piyaṃ manāpaṃ. If someone were to engage in sexual misconduct with my partner, that would not be pleasing or agreeable to me. The disciple begins by considering his/her own feelings. He/she recognizes that having someone violate the boundaries of his/her intimate relationship would be deeply unpleasant and unacceptable . 4.3 Ahañceva kho pana parassa dāresu cārittaṃ āpajjeyyaṃ, parassapi taṃ assa appiyaṃ amanāpaṃ. And if I were to engage in sexual misconduct with another person's partner, that would likewise be unpleasant and disagreeable to that person. He then applies the same principle to others. What I would regar...

                                  Good evening, 𝐾𝑎𝑙𝑦𝑎̄𝑛̣𝑎𝑚𝑖𝑡𝑡𝑎𝑠 of Patisota, After carefully considering all the requests to become the OPRC (Online Pāli Reading Class) Coordinator, I have selected Sis. Sue Lynn for this role. She has demonstrated the capability, reliability, and trustworthiness needed to support our class. Her main responsibilities will be to post the weekly WhatsApp poll and share other class announcements on my behalf. If you have any inquiries regarding the class, including inviting a friend to join the class, you may reach out to her directly. She will also serve as the liaison between you and me regarding any future matters related to the class. Please expect her to take on these responsibilities from today. I sincerely wish her every success in this new role. Let us all welcome her and offer our support as she begins her new role. 𝑊𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑀𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑎̄, Bhante Chandima...

  Day 129 : Why is it important to learn the Ambalaṭṭhika Rāhulovāda Sutta (MN 61)?  Day 130 :  Wisely Reflect Before, During, and After You Act Day 131 : Wisely Reflect Before, During, and After You Speak Day 132 : Wisely Reflect Before, During, and After You Think Day 133 : Final Review 

3. Adinnādāna — Abstaining from Taking What Is Not Given 3.1 Puna caparaṃ, gahapatayo, ariyasāvako iti paṭisañcikkhati: Furthermore, householders, the noble disciple reflects in this way: The noble disciple continues the same practice of wise reflection ( paṭisañcikkhati ) , now applying it to taking what has not been given. 3.2 Yo kho me adinnaṃ theyyasaṅkhātaṃ ādiyeyya, na metaṃ assa piyaṃ manāpaṃ. If someone were to take from me what has not been given, what is regarded as theft, that would not be pleasing or agreeable to me. The disciple begins with his own experience. He recognizes that having something taken without permission is unpleasant . 3.3 Ahañceva kho pana parassa adinnaṃ theyyasaṅkhātaṃ ādiyeyyaṃ, parassapi taṃ assa appiyaṃ amanāpaṃ. And if I were to take from another what has not been given, what is regarded as theft, that would likewise be unpleasant and disagreeable to that person. He then applies the same reflection to another person: just as I dislike having my pro...

                                2. Pāṇātipāta — Abstaining from Taking Life 2.1 Idha, gahapatayo, ariyasāvako iti paṭisañcikkhati: Here, householders, a noble disciple reflects in this way: The Buddha introduces a process of wise reflection ( paṭisañcikkhati ) . The ethical principle is not presented merely as a rule, but as something understood through careful consideration. 2.2 ‘Ahaṃ khosmi jīvitukāmo amaritukāmo sukhakāmo dukkhappaṭikūlo. Indeed, I desire to live, I do not desire to die, I desire happiness, and I am averse to dukkha . The noble disciple begins with a recognition of his or her own fundamental experience: life is valued, death is unwanted, happiness is desired, and dukkha is rejected . 2.3 Yo kho maṃ jīvitukāmaṃ amaritukāmaṃ sukhakāmaṃ dukkhappaṭikūlaṃ jīvitā voropeyya, na metaṃ assa piyaṃ manāpaṃ. If someone were to deprive me of life—me who wish to live, who do not wish to die, who desir...

The Vel̤udvāreyya sutta (SN 55.7) is especially valuable because it teaches the importance of treating others as we would wish to be treated ourselves. By reflecting on our own wishes for happiness, freedom from pain/suffering, and security, we learn to avoid harming others and develop compassion, loving-kindness, and ethical discipline. Learning this sutta also helps us understand that Buddhist practice is not merely about gaining knowledge, but about transforming our conduct, relationships, and way of life. It provides a practical foundation for developing the qualities of a noble disciple and progressing on the path to liberation. The Veḷudvāreyya Sutta reminds us that the Dhamma becomes truly meaningful when it is understood, practised, and lived. The sutta presents this idea through a practical teaching: one should avoid unwholesome conduct, encourage others to avoid it, and praise and spread the importance of such wholesome conduct. This shows that Buddhist practice is not merely...

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐏𝐑𝐂 (𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐚̄𝐥𝐢 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬) 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 (𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲) OPRC is seeking a volunteer coordinator to help manage and support our weekly (every Thursday) online class (from 6pm to 7.30pm KUL time) 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 •Female (preferred) •Young to middle-aged (60 years of age or below) •Friendly, Punctual, responsible, organized, and able to communicate. * Applicants of any nationality are welcome to apply 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 -Post weekly WhatsApp polls and share class materials. -Emcee the Thursday class (opening and closing announcements). -Serve as the main liaison between Bhante and participants. -Respond to inquiries and help promote OPRC. -Guide participants in offering a virtual bow at the end of class. -Coordinate the collection of navakamma dāna (ang pau) offerings from students who wish to express gratitude for the Dhamma teachings through weekly or monthly online offerin...