Verse 341. Bliss Does Not Come Through Craving

To beings there are pleasures streaming
sticky with desire,
steeped in comfort, happiness seeking,
such ones do come to birth, decay.

Explanation: Craving arises in people like flowing streams. These flow towards pleasure and sensual satisfaction. Such people who are bent on pleasure will experience repeated cycles of birth and decay.

 

Treasury of Truth: Illustrated Dhammapada – 423 Verses

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