The Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast

The Hindrances to Mental Development - In The Buddha's Words (S3E22)

Sol Hanna — Sat, 16 May 2026 00:12:46 +0000

This episode is on the topic of the Hindrances to Mental Development.

Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

Mastering the Mind - In The Buddha's Words (S3E21)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 02:09:19 +0000

This episode is on the topic of Mastering the Mind.

An Analysis of the Eightfold Path | In the Buddha's Words (S3E20)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:49:28 +0000

This episode is on the topic of an analysis of the Eightfold Path

Why does one enter the path? | In the Buddha's Words (S3E19)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:05:04 +0000

This episode is on the topic of why does one enter the path?

The Danger In Views & The Perils of Samsara - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E18)

Sol Hanna — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 23:08:54 +0000

This episode is on the topics the danger in views and the perils of samsara

Life is Short and Fleeting - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E17)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 03:09:02 +0000

The Pitfalls in Sensual Pleasures - In The Buddha's Words (S3E16)

Sol Hanna — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 01:29:03 +0000

This episode is on the topic of the pitfalls of sensual pleasures.

Gratification, Danger and Escape - In The Buddha's Words (S3E15)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 08:26:57 +0000

This episode is on the topic of Gratification, Danger and Escape.

Moral Discipline - In The Buddha's Words (S3E14)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 07:30:10 +0000

This episode is on the topic of Moral Discipline.

Merit: The Key to Good Fortune - In The Buddha's Words (S3E12)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 02:00:11 +0000

This episode is on the topic of merit: the key to good fortune.

The Way to a Fortunate Rebirth - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E11)

Sol Hanna — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:28:50 +0000

This episode is on the topic of the way to a fortunate rebirth.

Bringing Peace to the Community - In The Buddha's Words (S3E11)

Sol Hanna — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 06:23:07 +0000

This episode is on the topic of Bringing Peace to the Community

Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Sujato and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

Present Welfare, Future Welfare - In the Buddha’s Words (S03E10)

Sol Hanna — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:33 +0000

This episode is on the topic of present welfare and future welfare.

Happiness Visible In This Present Life - In The Buddha's Words (S3E09)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 02:48:15 +0000

This episode is on the topic of happiness visible in this present life.

Approaching the Dhamma - In the Buddha's Words (S3E08)

Sol Hanna — Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:47:01 +0000

This episode is on the topic of “approaching the Dhamma”.

The Decision to Teach - In the Buddha's Words (S3E07)

Sol Hanna — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:06:50 +0000

This episode is on the topic of the Buddha’s decision to teach.

The Quest for Enlightenment - In the Buddha’s Words (S06E06)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:07:34 +0000

This episode describes the Bodhisatta’s quest for enlightenment.

The Bringer of Light - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E05)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 04 May 2025 01:56:53 +0000

This episode is about the Bringer of Light. The arising of a Buddha in the world.

Without Discoverable Beginning - In the Buddha’s Words

Sol Hanna — Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:51:50 +0000

This episode is on the topic ‘Without Discoverable Beginning’.

A World In Turmoil - In The Buddha's Words (S03E03)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 01:36:18 +0000

This episode is on the topic of a world in turmoil.

The Tribulations of Unreflective Living - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E02)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 07:08:36 +0000

This episode is on the topic of the tribulations of an unreflective life.

Old Age, Sickness and Death (S3E01)

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:20:16 +0000

This episode is on the topic of Old Age, Sickness and Death.

MN50. Condemnation of Mara - Māratajjanīya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 03:55:23 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 50th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Māratajjanīya Sutta, which is about the time when Māra, the trickster and god of death, tried to annoy Moggallāna. He not only failed but was subject to a stern sermon warning of the dangers of attacking the Buddha’s disciples.

This translation of the Maratajjaniya Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN49. Invitation to Brahma - Brahmanimantanika Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 03:21:34 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 49th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Brahmanimantanika Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha ascends to a high heavenly realm where he engages in a cosmic contest with a powerful divinity, who had fallen into the delusion that he was eternal and all-powerful.

This translation of the Brahmanimantanika Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN48. The Mendicants of Kosambi - Kosambiya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:20:27 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 48th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Kosambiya Sutta, which is about the mendicants of Kosambi. Despite the Buddha’s presence, the monks of Kosambi fell into a deep and bitter dispute. The Buddha taught the reluctant monks to develop love and harmony, reminding them of the state of peace that they sought.

This translation of the Kosambiya Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN47. The Inquirer - Vīmaṁsaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:37:46 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 47th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Vīmaṁsaka Sutta, which translates as “The Inquirer”. While some spiritual teachers prefer to remain in obscurity, the Buddha not only encouraged his followers to closely investigate him, but gave them a detailed and demanding method to do so.

This translation of the Vīmaṁsaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN46. The Greater Discourse on Taking Up of Practices - Mahādhammasamādāna Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 07 Dec 2024 08:24:40 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 46th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Mahadhammasamādāna Sutta, which translates as “The Great Discourse on Taking Up of Practices”. In this sutta the Buddha explains that, whilst we all want to be happy, we often find the opposite happens. The Buddha explains why.

This translation of the Mahadhammasamādāna Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN45. The Shorter Discourse on Taking Up of Practices - Cūḷadhammasamādāna Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 06:48:45 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 45th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷadhammasamādāna Sutta, which translates as “The Shorter Discourse on Taking Up of Practices”. The Buddha explains how taking up different practices may have harmful or beneficial results. The memorable simile of the creeper shows how insidious temptations can be.

This translation of the Cūḷadhammasamādāna Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN44. The Shorter Elaboration - Cūḷavedalla Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:20:33 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 44rd Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷavedalla Sutta, which translates as “The Shorter Elaboration”. This discourse the layman Visākha asks the Awakened nun Dhammadinnā about various difficult matters, including some of the highest meditation attainments. Afterwards, the Lord Buddha fully endorses her answers.

This translation of the Culavedalla Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN43. The Great Classification - Mahāvedalla Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:45:00 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 43rd Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Mahāvedalla Sutta, which translates as “The Great Classification”. This discourse involves a series of questions and answers between the Venerable Sariputta and the Venerable Mahakotthita examing various aspects of the teachings.

This translation of the Mahavedalla Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN42. The People of Verañja - Verañjaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 27 Jul 2024 07:10:37 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 42nd Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Verañjaka Sutta, which translates as “The People of Verañja ”. This sutta is very similar to the previous sutta. Here the Buddha explains the conduct leading to rebirth in higher or lower states, including detailed explanations of the ten core practices.

This translation of the Veranjaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

May you all benefit from hearing the original teachings of the Buddha.

MN41. The People of Sāla - Sāleyyaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:06:32 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 41st Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Sāleyyaka Sutta, which translates as “The People of Sālā ”. In this discourse the Buddha explains to a group of brahmins the conduct leading to rebirth in higher or lower states, including detailed explanations of the ten core practices which lay people should undertake, and which also form the basis for liberation.

This translation of the Saleyyaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN40. The Shorter Discourse at Assapura - Cūḷaassapura Sutta

Sol Hanna — Mon, 20 May 2024 01:57:51 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 40th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷaassapura Sutta, which translates as “The Shorter Discourse at Assapura ”. In this discourse the Buddha explains how the labels of being a spiritual practitioner don’t just come from external trappings, but from sincere inner change.

This translation of the Culaassapura Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN39. The Longer Discourse at Assapura - Mahāassapura Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 08:07:30 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 39th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Mahāassapura Sutta, which translates as “The Longer Discourse at Assapura ”. In this discourse the Buddha encourages the monks to live up to their name, by actually practicing in a way that meets or exceeds the expectations people have for renunciants.

This translation of the Mahaassapura Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN38. The Longer Discourse on the Ending of Craving - Mahātaṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 06:22:10 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 38th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Mahātaṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta, which translates as “the Longer Discourse on the Ending of Craving”. In this discourse the Buddha teaches dependent origination, showing that consciousness arises dependent on conditions. The Buddha does this to counter the wrong view that a self-identical consciousness transmigrates from one life to the next.

This translation of the Mahatanhasankhaya Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN37. The Shorter Discourse on the Ending of Craving - Cūḷataṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 05:29:05 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 37th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷataṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta, which translates as “the Shorter Discourse on the Ending of Craving”. In this discourse one of the Buddha’s chief disciples, Venerable Maha Moggallāna visits the heaven of Sakka, the lord of gods, to see whether he really understands what the Buddha is teaching.

This translation of the Culatanhasankhaya Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN36. The Longer Discourse With Saccaka - Mahāsaccaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:29:49 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 36th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Mahasaccaka Sutta, which translates as “the Longer Discourse with Saccaka”. In this discourse the Buddha and Saccaka discuss the difference between physical and mental development. The Buddha gives a long account of the various practices he did before awakening, detailing the astonishing lengths he took to mortify the body.

This translation of the Mahasaccaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahm about this sutta.

May you all benefit from hearing the original teachings of the Buddha.

MN35. The Shorter Discourse with Saccaka - MN35. Cūḷasaccaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 08:37:41 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 35th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷasaccaka Sutta, which translates as “the Shorter Discourse with Saccaka”. In this sutta the Buddha is challenged by a debater named Saccaka who challenges the Buddha to a contest. Despite Saccaka’s bragging about how superior he is at debating, the Buddha is not at all perturbed.

This translation of the Cūḷasaccaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ayya Vayama about this sutta.

May you all benefit from hearing the original teachings of the Buddha.

MN34. The Shorter Discourse on the Cowherd - Cūḷagopālaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 04:44:13 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 34th Sutta of the Middle Discourses of the Buddha, The Cūḷagopālaka Sutta, which translates as “the Shorter Discourse on the Cowherd”. In this sutta the Buddha draws parallels between a cowherd guiding his herd across a dangerous river and crossing over to Awakening. The Buddha presents the various kinds of enlightened disciples who cross the stream of transmigration.

This translation of the Cūḷagopālaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN33. The Longer Discourse on the Cowherd - Mahāgopālaka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 07:41:42 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 33rd Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Mahāgopālaka Sutta, which translates as “the longer discourse on the cowherd”. In this sutta the Buddha enumerates eleven reasons a cowherd is not able to properly look after a herd. The Buddha then compares this to the spiritual growth of a mendicant.

This translation of the Mahāgopālaka Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Hasapanna about this sutta. There are links in the show notes below.

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MN32. The Longer Discourse at Gosigna - Mahāgosiṅga Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 06 Jan 2024 05:05:06 +0000

This episode is a narration of the 32nd Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Mahāgosiṅga Sutta, which translates as “the longerer discourse at Gosinga”. In this sutta several senior monks, reveling in the beauty of the night, discuss what kind of practitioner would adorn the park. They take their answers to the Buddha, who praises their answers, but gives his own twist.

This translation of the Mahagosiṅga Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahmali about this sutta.

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MN31. The Shorter Discourse at Gosinga - Cūḷagosiṅga Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 02:37:27 +0000

This episode is the 31st Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Cūḷagosiṅga Sutta, which translates as “the shorter discourse at Gosinga”. In this sutta the Buddha comes across three mendicants practicing diligently and harmoniously, and asks them how they do it. Reluctant to disclose their higher attainments, they explain how they deal with the practical affairs of living together. But when pressed by the Buddha, they reveal their meditation attainments.

This translation of the Cūḷagosiṅga Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahmali about this sutta.

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MN30. The Shorter Simile of the Heartwood | Cūḷasāropama Sutta

Sol Hanna — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 03:30:16 +0000

This episode is the 30th Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Cūḷasāropama Sutta, which translates as “the shorter simile of the Heartwood”. In this teaching, following an incident with Devadatta, the Buddha cautions the monks against becoming complacent with superficial benefits of spiritual life and points to liberation as the true heart of the teaching.

This translation of the Culasaropama Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahm about this sutta.

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MN29. The Longer Simile of the Heartwood | Mahāsāropama Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 01:44:13 +0000

This is the 29th Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Mahāsāropama Sutta, which translates as “the longer simile of the Heartwood”. In this teaching, following an incident with Devadatta, the Buddha cautions the monks against becoming complacent with superficial benefits of spiritual life and points to liberation as the true heart of the teaching.

This translation of the Mahāsaropama Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Hasapanna about this sutta.

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MN28. The Longer Discourse on the Elephant's Footprint - Mahāhatthipadopama Sutta

Sol Hanna — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 07:01:38 +0000

This is the 28th Sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya, The Mahahatthipadopama Sutta, which translates as “the longer discourse on the Elephant’s Footprint”. The Buddha’s chief disciple, Venerable Sāriputta gives an elaborate demonstration of how, just as any footprint can fit inside an elephant’s, all the Buddha’s teaching can fit inside the four noble truths. This offers an overall template for organizing the Buddha’s teachings.

This translation of the Mahāhatthipadopama Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahmali about this sutta.

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MN27. The Shorter Discourse on the Elephant's Footprint - Cūḷahatthipadopamasutta

Sol Hanna — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 03:54:17 +0000

This episode is the 27th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Culahatthipadopam Sutta which translates as “The Shorter Discourse on the Elephant’s Footprint”. In this sutta the Buddha cautions against swift conclusions about a teacher’s spiritual accomplishments, comparing it to the care a tracker would use when tracking elephants. He presents the full training of a monastic.

This translation of the Cūḷahatthipadopama Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

If you'd like to understand more about this sutta you could listen to a sutta study class led by Ajahn Brahm about this sutta.

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MN26. The Noble Search - Pāsarāsi Sutta

Sol Hanna — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:06:37 +0000

This episode is the 26th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Pāsarāsi sutta which translates as “The Noble Search”. This sutta is one of the most important biographical discourses, telling the Buddha’s experiences from leaving home to the realization of Awakening.

This translation of the Pāsarāsi sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN25. Fodder - Nivāpa Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 07:47:28 +0000

This episode is the 25th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Nivapa sutta which is listed on Sutta Central with both the translated English titles of “Fodder” and also “Sowing”. In this sutta, The Buddha compares getting trapped by Māra with a deer getting caught in a snare, illustrating the ever more complex strategies employed by hunted to get free from the traps set by the hunter.

This translation of the Nivapa sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

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MN24. Prepared Chariots - Rathavinīta Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 09:30:31 +0000

This episode is the 24nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Rathavinīta sutta which is known in English the “prepared chariots”. This teaching principally involves the Venerable Sariputta and the Venerable Punna from Mantani engaging in a discussion about the purpose of living the holy life.

This translation of the Rathavinīta sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN23. The Ant Hill - Vammika Sutta

Sol Hanna — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:29:37 +0000

This episode is the 23nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Vammika Sutta which is known in English the “ant hill”. In a curious teaching full of evocative imagery, a deity lights up the Dark Forest to present Venerable Kassapa the Prince with a complex riddle. He goes on to seek an explanation of the riddle from the Buddha.

This translation of the Vammika Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN22. Simile of the Snake - Alagaddūpama Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 06:41:14 +0000

This episode is the 22nd sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Alagaddūpama sutta which is known as the “simile of the snake”. In this teaching one of the monks denies that breaking the rules of conduct is really a problem. The monks go to great lengths to persuade him to change his views. Then the Buddha compares someone who understands only the letter of the teachings to someone who grabs a snake by the tail, and also invokes the famous simile of the raft.

This translation of the Alagaddūpama sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN21. Simile of the Saw - Kakacupama Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 22 Jul 2023 06:23:33 +0000

This episode is the 21th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Kakacūpama Sutta which is known as the “simile of the saw”. This teaching has several memorable similes on the importance of patience and love even when faced with abuse and criticism. The Buddha finishes with the simile of the saw, one of the most memorable similes found in the Suttas.

This translation of the Kakacūpama Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN20. How To Stop Thinking - Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 06:15:57 +0000

This episode is the 20th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Vitakkasaṇṭhānasutta which is about “how to stop thinking”. In this practical teaching the Lord Buddha offers five methods by which to stop thinking and thereby lead into a tranquil meditation.

This translation of the Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN19. Two Types of Thought - Dvedhāvitakka Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:30:18 +0000

This episode is the 19th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Dvedhāvitakkasutta which translates as “two types of thought”. In this teaching the Lord Buddha recollects how he was practicing in the lead up to his Awakening. This teaching recounts how he divided his thoughts into two classes: reflecting upon how sensual, malicious and cruel thoughts lead to suffering, and thoughts of renunciation, good will and harmlessness leads away from suffering. This is a practical teaching which can help meditators to distinguish between harmful and harmless mental states in order to renounce and let go of harmful mind-states, and to cultivate harmless, beneficial mind-states.

This translation of the Dvedhāvitakkasutta Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN18. The Honey Cake - Madhupiṇḍikasutta Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 05:55:14 +0000

This episode is the 18th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Madhupiṇḍikasutta Sutta which translates as “the honey cake”. In this teaching the Buddha gives a brief explanation about how the view of self underlies a variety of perceptions that lead to conflict, and how by practicing the teaching of the Lord Buddha a person can end all quarrels, arguments and disputes, and arrive at the supreme peace. The bhikkhus then seek out Venerable Kaccāna who draws out the detailed implications of this statement in one of the most insightful passages in the entire canon.

This translation of the Madhupiṇḍikasutta Sutta is by Bhikkhu Sujato and was sourced from Sutta Central.

MN17. Jungle Thickets - Vanapattha Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 20 May 2023 08:13:11 +0000

This episode is the 15th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Vanapattha Sutta - “Jungle Thickets” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

MN16. Emotional Barrenness - Cetokhila Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 13 May 2023 03:55:12 +0000

This episode is the 15th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Cetokhila Sutta - “Emotional Barrenness” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN15. Measuring Up - Anumāna Sutta

Sol Hanna — Mon, 08 May 2023 06:38:56 +0000

This episode is the 15th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Anumāna Sutta - “Measuring Up” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN14. The Shorter Discourse on the Mass of Suffering - Culadukkakkhanda Sutta

Sol Hanna — Wed, 03 May 2023 06:03:17 +0000

This episode is the thirteenth sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Culadukkhakkhanda Sutta - “The Shorter Discourse on the Mass of Suffering” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahm's explanation of the Culadukkhakkhanda Sutta here.

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MN13. The Longer Discourse on the Mass of Suffering - Mahadukkhakkhanda Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 09:47:13 +0000

This episode is the thirteenth sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Mahadukkhakkhanda Sutta - “The Longer Discourse on the Mass of Suffering” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahm's explanation of the Mahadukkhakkhanda Sutta here.

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MN12. The Longer Discourse on the Lion’s Roar - Mahasihanada Sutta

Sol Hanna — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:28:31 +0000

This episode is the eleventh sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Mahasihanada Sutta - “The Longerer Discourse on Mindfulness Meditation” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahm's explanation of the Mahasihanada Sutta here.

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MN11. The Shorter Discourse on the Lion’s Roar - Culasihanada Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:53:09 +0000

This episode is the eleventh sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Culasihanada Sutta - “The Shorter Discourse on Mindfulness Meditation” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahmali's explanation of the Satipatthana Sutta here.

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MN10. Mindfulness Meditation - Mahasatipatthana Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 08:44:40 +0000

This episode is the tenth sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Mahasatipatthana Sutta - “Mindfulness Meditation” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahmali's explanation of the Satipatthana Sutta here.

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MN9. Right View - Sammaditthi Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 05 Mar 2023 07:24:01 +0000

This episode is the third sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Sammaditthi Sutta - “Right View” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahm's explanation of the Sammaditthi Sutta here.

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MN8. Self-Effacement - Sallekha Sutta

Sol Hanna — Sun, 26 Feb 2023 04:38:58 +0000

This episode is the th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Sallekha Sutta - "Self-Effacement" - translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. In this sutta the Buddha explains methods for developing insight that lead to abandoning doctrines and philosophies which are concocted around the view of self.

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MN7. Simile of the Cloth - Vattha Sutta

Sol Hanna — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:02:02 +0000

This episode is the 7th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Vattha Sutta - "Simile of the Cloth" - translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN6. One Might Wish - Ākaṅkheyya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 12:15:10 +0000

This episode is the 6th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Akankeyya Sutta - "One Might Wish" - translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN5. Unblemished - Anangana Sutta

Sol Hanna — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:57:16 +0000

This episode is the 5th sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Anangana Sutta - "Unblemished" - translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN4. Fear and Dread - Bhayabherava Sutta

Sol Hanna — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 07:40:24 +0000

This episode is the third sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Bhayaberava Sutta - “Fear and Dread” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahmali's explanation of the Bhayabherava Sutta here.

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MN3. Hiers in the Teaching - Dhammadayada Sutta

Sol Hanna — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 07:16:33 +0000

This episode is the third sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Dhammadayada Sutta - “Hiers in the Teaching” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

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MN2. All The Defilements - Sabbasava Sutta

Sol Hanna — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 07:17:42 +0000

Welcome to the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast. This is series two of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast in which is a narration of the Majjhima Nikaya - the Middle Discourses of the Buddha.

This episode is the second sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Sabbasava Sutta - “All the Defilements” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna. It has be copied below for convenience.

This sutta is narrated as it is translated. If you are looking for an in depth explanation of this sutta, you can listen to Ajahn Brahmali's explanation of the Sabbasava Sutta here.

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MN1. The Root of All Things - Mulapariyaya Sutta

Sol Hanna — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 07:12:36 +0000

This episode is the first sutta of the Majjhima Nikaya: the Mulapariyaya Sutta - “the Root of All Things” translated by Bhikkhu Sujato, and narrated by Sol Hanna for the Everyday Dhamma Network.

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The Buddha's Wisdom Podcast (website including transcription)

The Dhammapada | 26. The Holy Man

Sol Hanna — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 09:07:06 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

26. The Holy Man Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 25. The Monk

Sol Hanna — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:38:09 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

25. The Monk

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 24. Craving

Sol Hanna — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:14:38 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

24. Craving

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 23. The Elephant

Sol Hanna — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 07:44:24 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

23. The Elephant

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 22. Hell

Sol Hanna — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 07:42:57 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

22. Hell

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 21. Miscellaneous

Sol Hanna — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 07:41:25 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

21. Miscellaneous

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 20. The Path

Sol Hanna — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 05:06:04 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

20. The Path

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 19. The Just

Sol Hanna — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 04:56:13 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

19. The Just

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 18. Impurity

Sol Hanna — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 04:33:09 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

18. Impurity

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 17. Anger

Sol Hanna — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 04:26:24 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

17. Anger

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 16. Affection

Sol Hanna — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 10:56:55 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

16. Affection

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 15. Happiness

Sol Hanna — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 10:45:25 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

15. Happiness

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 14. The Buddha

Sol Hanna — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 10:06:29 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

14. The Buddha

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 13. The World

Sol Hanna — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 10:04:55 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

13. The World

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 12. The Self

Sol Hanna — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 09:52:01 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

12. The Self

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 11. Old Age

Sol Hanna — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 09:50:36 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

11. Old Age

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

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The Dhammapada | 10. Violence

Sol Hanna — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:39:35 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

10. Violence

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

This is a production of the Everyday Dhamma Network.

The Dhammapada | 9. Evil

Sol Hanna — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:37:04 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

9. Evil

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

This is a production of the Everyday Dhamma Network.

The Dhammapada | 8. The Thousands

Sol Hanna — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 23:44:57 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

8. The Thousands

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 7. The Arahant

Sol Hanna — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 23:39:26 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

7. The Arahant

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 6. The Wise

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 04:12:24 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

6. The Wise

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 5. The Fool

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 04:10:32 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

5. The Fool

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 4. Flowers

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 03:25:47 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

4. Flowers

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 3. The Mind

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 03:23:27 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

3. The Mind

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

The Dhammapada | 2. Diligence

Sol Hanna — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 02:47:16 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma

2. Diligence

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.

Narrated by Sol Hanna.

Dhammapada - 1 - Pairs

Sol Hanna — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 07:37:07 +0000

The Dhammapada - Sayings of the Dhamma - Part 1 - The Pairs.

Translated by Acariya Buddharakkhita (1985) and available on Sutta Central.