Unwise, foolish people indulge in sense pleasures. They are caught up in negligence. But the wise protect diligence as their best treasure.
Dhammapada 26
Read all the verses in the chapter Diligence on SuttaFriends.org in Pali and English.
Dhammapada Verses 1 & 2 | Yamaka Vagga
This is why we must tame our minds! (2 min)
Dhammapada Verses 9 & 10 | Yamaka Vagga
Worthy of the yellow robe. (2 min)
Dhammapada Verse 26 | Appamada Vagga
What treasure do the wise protect? (2 min)
The Nature of the Mind is like a Fish | Dhammapada Verse 34 | Citta Vagga
In this verse, the Supreme Buddha compares the mind to a fish that is thrown on dry ground. (1 min)
Dhammapada Verses 7 & 8 | Yamaka Vagga
How not to be overpowered by Mara? (2 min)
Dhammapada Verses 3 & 4 | Yamaka Vagga
Don’t harbour these thoughts! (2 min)
