In Episode 24 of Vibe with Venerables, Bhante Sujato introduces us to the Mahāparinibbānasutta (Dīgha Nikāya 16). Bhante Sujato discusses conflict resolution, referencing the Mahaparinibbana Sutra. He explains that conflicts, like those between King Ajatasattu of Magadha and the Vajjian Republic, often stem from internal issues. Bhante highlights seven principles for non-decline: frequent meetings, harmony, adherence to ancient decrees, respect for elders, protection of women, reverence for shrines, and safeguarding wise individuals. He emphasizes the importance of spiritual and moral values in societal strength. The discussion also touches on the Israel-Palestine conflict, advocating for non-violent approaches.
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Mahāparinibbānasutta (Dīgha Nikāya 16)
Book mentioned by Bhante Sujato
Pali chanting: Jaya-Parittam [AN 3.155]
Jayanto bodhiyā mūle
Sakyānaṁ nandi-vaḍḍhano
Evaṁ tvaṁ vijayo hohi
Jayassu jaya-maṅgale
Victorious at the foot of the Bodhi tree,
Was he who increased the Sakyans delight.
May you have the same sort of victory,
May you win victory blessings.
Aparājita-pallaṅke
Sīse paṭhavi-pokkhare
Abhiseke sabba-buddhānaṁ
Aggappatto pamodati
In the undefeated cross-legged sitting posture with [His] head
[Like] the lotus above the ground,
And consecrated by all the Buddhas,
He rejoiced in the utmost attainment.
Sunakkhattaṁ sumaṅgalaṁ
Supabhātaṁ suhuṭṭhitaṁ
Sukhaṇo sumuhutto ca
Suyiṭṭhaṁ brahma-cārisu
Truly propitious and auspicious,
A happy daybreak and a joyful rising,
A precious moment and a blissful hour
Will come for those who offer alms to those Leading the holy life.
Padakkhiṇaṁ kāya-kammaṁ
Vācā-kammaṁ padakkhiṇaṁ
Padakkhiṇaṁ mano-kammaṁ
Paṇīdhi te padakkhiṇe
Padakkhiṇāni katvāna
Labhant’atthe padakkhiṇe
Felicitous is bodily kamma
Verbal kamma is felicitous
Felicitous is mental kamma
When aspiring for felicity.
Having done the felicitous
They get felicitous rewards
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