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Tag: Removal of Buddha
The number of Weingast’s poems where the Buddha has been removed is conspicuous. Instead of the Theris praising the Buddha and declaring that his instructions have been followed, there is no mention.
Protected: 06.2 Vāsiṭṭhī Therī (133-138)
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05.01 A certain unknown bhikkhunī (67-71)
Norman 67. It is twenty-five years since I went forth. Not even for the duration of a snap of the fingers have I obtained stilling of the mind. 68. Not obtaining peace of mind, drenched with desire for sensual pleasures, holding out my arms, crying out, I entered the vihāra. 69. I went up to… Continue reading 05.01 A certain unknown bhikkhunī (67-71)
03.05 Ubbirī Therī (51-53)
Note: The commentary makes it clear that the daughters all belong to Ubbirī. And it is not just some voice, but the Buddha: “…’Burnt in this cemetery are some 84,000 of thy daughters. For which of them dost thou weep?’ …” Norman 51. Mother, you cry out “O Jīvā” in the wood; understand yourself, Ubbirī.… Continue reading 03.05 Ubbirī Therī (51-53)
Protected: 03.01 Another Sāmā Therī (39-41)
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Protected: 02.10 Sāmā Therī (37-38)
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Protected: 02.09 Abhayā Theri (35-36)
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Protected: 02.06 Mettikā Therī
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01.13 Visakhā (13)
Norman 13. Do the Buddha’s teaching; having done it one does not repent; wash your feet quickly and sit down on one side. Weingast You say you’re too busy. That there’s never enough time. Take care of whatever you have to take care of. Then sit. Be honest. Do you really think you’re going to… Continue reading 01.13 Visakhā (13)