Verse 366. The Gods Adore Virtuous Monks

Disdaining not his gains,
though little he receives,
pure of life and keen
that bhikkhu devas praise.

Explanation: The monk may have received only a little but he does not under estimate what was given him. He is satisfied with what he has received. Such a monk, who leads a pure livelihood, is praised by deities.

 

Treasury of Truth: Illustrated Dhammapada – 423 Verses

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