After taking a meditation topic from the Buddha, monk Tissa was diligently practicing meditation when he was afflicted with a disease. Small boils appeared all over his body and these developed into big sores. When these sores burst, his upper and lower robes became … Continued
Once, Prince Bodhi built a magnificent palace for himself. When the palace was finished he invited the Buddha for alms-food. For this special occasion, he had the building decorated and perfumed with four kinds of scents and incense. Also, a long … Continued
On one occasion, a Brahmin by the name of Anatthapucchaka, came to the Buddha and said to him, “Venerable, I think that you know only the practices that are beneficial and not the practices that are not beneficial.” To him, the Buddha answered … Continued
Revata was the youngest brother of the Chief Disciple Sàriputta. He was the only one of the brothers and sisters of Sàriputta who had not left home for the homeless life. His parents were very anxious to get him married. Revata was only seven … Continued
