ĀTMĀNUŚĀSANA – PRECEPT ON THE SOUL by Ācārya GUṆABHADRA (ca. 818–900 A.D.) [162]

    Alexander Zeugin

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    Gātha 161

     

    O ascetic! If you are seeking sensual-enjoyment, endure, for a while, little pain due to observance of vows, etc. These enjoyments will be yours in heaven. While the food is being cooked, why do you mar your appetite by drinking water, etc.?

     

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