Verse 365. Accept What One Receives

He should not disdain his gains
nor live of others envious,
the bhikkhu who is envious
does not attain collectedness.

Explanation: Do not underestimate what you have received. And again, do not expect what others have got. If a monk covets what others have received, he will never attain tranquillity of mind.

 

Treasury of Truth: Illustrated Dhammapada – 423 Verses

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