About VelāmaVelāma Sutta (AN 9:20) On one occasion the Blessed One was staying near Sāvatthī in Jeta’s Grove, Anāthapiṇḍika’s monastery. Then Anāthapiṇḍika the householder went to the Blessed One and, on arrival, bowed down to him and sat to one side. As he was sitting there, the Blessed One said to him, “Householder, are gifts still given… Continue reading What Buddha said about donation regardless of whether a gift is coarse or refined
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Can you point out a fruit of giving that’s apparent in the present life?
AN 7.57. General Sīha So I have heard. At one time the Buddha was staying near Vesālī, at the Great Wood, in the hall with the peaked roof. Then General Sīha went up to the Buddha, bowed, sat down to one side, and said to him: “Sir, can you point out a fruit of giving that’s apparent… Continue reading Can you point out a fruit of giving that’s apparent in the present life?
it’s hard for ordinary people to know who is perfected or on the path to perfection
AN 6.59. With Dārukammika So I have heard. At one time the Buddha was staying at Nādika in the brick house. Then the householder Dārukammika went up to the Buddha, bowed, and sat down to one side. The Buddha said to him, “Householder, I wonder whether your family gives gifts?” “It does, sir. Gifts are given to those… Continue reading it’s hard for ordinary people to know who is perfected or on the path to perfection
When they have become Angels, would there be any distinction or difference between them?
AN 5.31. Sumanā On one occasion the Blessed One was dwelling at Sāvatthī in Jeta’s Grove, Anāthapiṇḍika’s Park. Then Princess Sumanā, accompanied by five hundred chariots and five hundred court girls, approached the Blessed One, paid homage to him, and sat down to one side. Princess Sumanā then said to the Blessed One: “Here, Bhante,… Continue reading When they have become Angels, would there be any distinction or difference between them?
Buddha answered question on How one who is donating ensures the success of their religious donation.
SN 7.13 With Devahita At Sāvatthī. Now at that time the Buddha was afflicted by winds. Venerable Upavāṇa was his carer. Then the Buddha said to Upavāṇa, “Please, Upavāṇa, find some hot water for me.” “Yes, sir,” replied Upavāṇa. He robed up, and, taking his bowl and robe, went to the home of the brahmin Devahita, and… Continue reading Buddha answered question on How one who is donating ensures the success of their religious donation.
What Buddha said about Donation – The Analysis of Religious Donations
MN 142 : Dakkhinavibhana Sutta The Analysis of Religious Donations So I have heard. At one time the Buddha was staying in the land of the Sakyans, near Kapilavatthu in the Banyan Tree Monastery. Then Mahāpajāpati Gotamī approached the Buddha bringing a new pair of garments. She bowed, sat down to one side, and said to… Continue reading What Buddha said about Donation – The Analysis of Religious Donations