Early Buddhism

The Simile of the Lamp

Padīpopamasutta

Language
Pāli
Period
Early Buddhist Texts
Tradition
Early Buddhism
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Before his awakening the Buddha generally practiced breath meditation, which kept him alert and peaceful and led to the ending of defilements. One who wishes for any of the higher fruits of the renunciate life should practice the same way.

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