Abandoning the dark way, let the wise man cultivate the bright path. Having gone from home to homelessness, let him yearn for that delight in detachment, so difficult to enjoy. Giving up sensual pleasures, with no attachment, let the wise man cleanse himself of defilements of the mind.
Abandoning the dark way, let the wise man cultivate the bright path. Having gone from home to homelessness, let him yearn for that delight in detachment, so difficult to enjoy. Giving up sensual pleasures, with no attachment, let the wise man cleanse himself of defilements of the mind.
Deep Commentary
The essence of the teaching is "Do no evil, cultivate good, purify the mind." The wise avoid evil because they see the illusion of self. They do good to help all beings but remain unattached. The homeless life of a monastic represents ultimate detachment. It is a reminder for spiritual practitioners not to lose themselves in worldly comforts and material pursuits, but to sincerely focus on purifying the mind and repaying the kindness of others.
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