Who can blame such a one, as worthy as a coin of refined gold? Even the gods praise him; by Brahma, too, is he praised.
Who can blame such a one, as worthy as a coin of refined gold? Even the gods praise him; by Brahma, too, is he praised.
Deep Commentary
The Buddha delivered this verse at Jetavana Monastery in response to the complaints of Atula and his followers. Following the previous teaching on the inevitability of praise and blame, the Buddha here emphasizes the purity of a true practitioner. Just as pure gold from the Jambu river is beyond reproach, one who cultivates virtue, mindfulness, and the endurance of the four elements (earth, water, fire, and wind) attains a state of character so perfect that no worldly criticism can tarnish it, earning the respect of both human and celestial beings.
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