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Translated by Bhikkhu Sujato

  • Saṁyutta Nikāya 1.72  Linked Discourses 1.72
  • 8. Chetvāvagga  8. Slain

Rathasutta  A Chariot

“Kiṁsu rathassa paññāṇaṁ,  “What is a chariot known by?
kiṁsu paññāṇamaggino;  What is fire known by?
Kiṁsu raṭṭhassa paññāṇaṁ,  What is a nation known by?
kiṁsu paññāṇamitthiyā”ti.  What is a woman known by?”

“Dhajo rathassa paññāṇaṁ,  “A chariot is known by a banner.
dhūmo paññāṇamaggino;  Fire is known by smoke.
Rājā raṭṭhassa paññāṇaṁ,  A nation is known by its ruler.
bhattā paññāṇamitthiyā”ti.  A woman is known by her husband.”

Translated by Bhikkhu Sujato

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