Early Buddhism
The Longer Discourse With Saccaka
Mahāsaccakasutta
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- Early Buddhist Texts
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- Early Buddhism
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In a less confrontational meeting, the Buddha and Saccaka discuss the difference between physical and mental development. The Buddha gives a long account of the various practices he did before awakening, detailing the astonishing lengths he took to mortify the body.
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