Verse 332. Blessing To Be An Arahat

Respect for one’s mother brings happiness here
as well as respect for one’s father.
Here happiness comes from respecting the monks
and those of virtue excellent.

Explanation: In this world, motherhood is a blessing. In the same way, fatherhood, too, is a blessing. Monkhood is a blessing. Above all, arahathood is a blessing.

 

Treasury of Truth: Illustrated Dhammapada – 423 Verses

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