Bhante Jinanandha 2023 02 17 The Buddhas teaching on the Benefits of Sila
Bhante Jinananda speaks about becoming a monk at 12 years old in Sri Lanka. This is a very traditional practice in a Buddhist culture and also after visiting the temple and paying respects the family will usually make a wish for good fortune.
Bhante J points out good fortune, nirvana is not possible through wishing.
Rather he explains the benefits of practicing morality, the five precepts that the Buddha taught brings benefits...
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