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V, 26.
MAHẬPARINIRVANA.
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produced, then is the view correct, that by destruction of the cause, there is an end. 2010
The cause destroyed, the world brought to an end, there is no room for such a thought as permanence, and therefore all my former views (he said) are done away,' and so he deeply 'saw' the true doctrine taught by Buddha. 2011
Because of seeds well sown in former times, he was enabled thus to understand the law on hearing it; thus he reached the good and perfect state of quietness, the peaceful, never-ending place (of rest). 2012
His heart expanding to receive the truth, he gazed with earnest look on Buddha as he slept, nor could he bear to see Tathāgata depart and die (leave the world and attain Nirvana); 2013
'Ere yet,' he said, “ Buddha shall reach the term (of life) I will myself first leave the world (become extinct);' and then with hands close joined, retiring from the holy form (face or features), he took his seat apart, and sat composed and firm 1. 2014
Then giving up his life (years), he reached Nirvâna, as when the rain puts out a little fire. Then Buddha spake to all his followers (Bhikshus): "This my very last disciple 2015
Has now attained Nirvana, cherish him (his remains) properly. Then Buddha the first night (watch) passed, the moon bright shining and all the stars clear in their lustre, 2016
The quiet grove without a sound, moved by his great compassionate heart, declared to his disciples
Compare this account with the Pâli (Sacred Books of the East, vol. xi, p. 110, and note).
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| SR No. | 007676 |
| Book Title | Text of Confucianism Part 02 |
| Original Sutra Author | N/A |
| Author | James Legge |
| Publisher | Oxford |
| Publication Year | 1882 |
| Total Pages | 2405 |
| Language | English |
| Classification | Book_English |
| File Size | 43 MB |