The Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast
Sol Hanna 99 episodes Nov 10, 2026
Narrated teachings of the Buddha based on translations of the Sutta Pitaka.
Episodes
![The Field of Merit for the World - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E32]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2693991/c1a-xro2v-8ddmqknkhd41-myctta.jpg)
The Field of Merit for the World - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E32]
This episode is on the topic of the field of merit for the world.
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
The Goal of Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words
This episode is on the topic of “The Goal of Wisdom”.
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 Co
By Way of the Four Noble Truths - In The Buddha's Words (S3E30)
This episode is on the topic “By way of the Four Noble Truths”.
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 C
![By Way of Dependent Origination - In The Buddha's Words [S3E29]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2647296/c1a-xro2v-7znq84dmux8g-owfswe.jpg)
By Way of Dependent Origination - In The Buddha's Words [S3E29]
This episode is on the topic of “by way of dependent origination”.
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
![By Way Of The Elements - In The Buddha's Words [S3E28]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2608939/c1a-xro2v-mkqv0n6rhmj-wjptfr.jpg)
By Way Of The Elements - In The Buddha's Words [S3E28]
The topics of this episode is about how wisdom is developed by way of the elements.
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 Ce
![The Domain of Wisdom (part 2) - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E27]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2574375/c1a-xro2v-7znzdg0xsmpg-mxvwgn.jpg)
The Domain of Wisdom (part 2) - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E27]
This episode is on the topic of the Domain of Wisdom - part 2.
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 Cr
![The Domain of Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E26]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2557035/c1a-xro2v-gpd53wj7s39m-qmhkmf.jpg)
The Domain of Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E26]
This episode is on the topic of the domain of wisdom.
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 Co
![Cultivating Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E25]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2536813/c1a-xro2v-5zr10rg0a34-fhtslm.jpg)
Cultivating Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E25]
This episode is on the topic of cultivating wisdom.
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 Comm
Mindfulness of Breathing - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E24)
This episode is on the topic of mindfulness of breathing.
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 Creativ
![Four Establishments of Mindfulness - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E23]](https://episodes.castos.com/64a667317dd729-28505915/images/2491890/c1a-xro2v-6z8g9xjmtj69-aveyfn.jpg)
Four Establishments of Mindfulness - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E23]
The topics in this episode include: a mind of loving-kindness, the six recollections and the four establishments of mindfulness
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 Bh
The Hindrances to Mental Development - In The Buddha's Words (S3E22)
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 us
Mastering the Mind - In The Buddha's Words (S3E21)
This episode is on the topic of Mastering the Mind.
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 Comm
An Analysis of the Eightfold Path | In the Buddha's Words (S3E20)
This episode is on the topic of an analysis of the Eightfold Path
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
Why does one enter the path? | In the Buddha's Words (S3E19)
This episode is on the topic of why does one enter the path?
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 Crea
The Danger In Views & The Perils of Samsara - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E18)
This episode is on the topics the danger in views and the perils of samsara
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 wh
Life is Short and Fleeting - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E17)
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.
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The Pitfalls in Sensual Pleasures - In The Buddha's Words (S3E16)
This episode is on the topic of the pitfalls of sensual pleasures.
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
Gratification, Danger and Escape - In The Buddha's Words (S3E15)
This episode is on the topic of Gratification, Danger and Escape.
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
Moral Discipline - In The Buddha's Words (S3E14)
This episode is on the topic of Moral Discipline.
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 Common
Merit: The Key to Good Fortune - In The Buddha's Words (S3E12)
This episode is on the topic of merit: the key to good fortune.
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 C
The Way to a Fortunate Rebirth - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E11)
This episode is on the topic of the way to a fortunate rebirth.
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 C
Bringing Peace to the Community - In The Buddha's Words (S3E11)
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
Present Welfare, Future Welfare - In the Buddha’s Words (S03E10)
This episode is on the topic of present welfare and future welfare.
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
Happiness Visible In This Present Life - In The Buddha's Words (S3E09)
This episode is on the topic of happiness visible in this present life.
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
Approaching the Dhamma - In the Buddha's Words (S3E08)
This episode is on the topic of “approaching the Dhamma”.
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 Creativ
The Decision to Teach - In the Buddha's Words (S3E07)
This episode is on the topic of the Buddha’s decision to teach.
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 C
The Quest for Enlightenment - In the Buddha’s Words (S06E06)
This episode describes the Bodhisatta’s quest for enlightenment.
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
The Bringer of Light - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E05)
This episode is about the Bringer of Light. The arising of a Buddha in the world.
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 Cent
Without Discoverable Beginning - In the Buddha’s Words
This episode is on the topic ‘Without Discoverable Beginning’.
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 Cr
A World In Turmoil - In The Buddha's Words (S03E03)
This episode is on the topic of a world in turmoil.
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 Comm
The Tribulations of Unreflective Living - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E02)
This episode is on the topic of the tribulations of an unreflective life.
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 whic
Old Age, Sickness and Death (S3E01)
This episode is on the topic of Old Age, Sickness and Death.
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 Crea
MN50. Condemnation of Mara - Māratajjanīya Sutta
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
MN49. Invitation to Brahma - Brahmanimantanika Sutta
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
MN48. The Mendicants of Kosambi - Kosambiya Sutta
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 sou
MN47. The Inquirer - Vīmaṁsaka Sutta
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 th
MN46. The Greater Discourse on Taking Up of Practices - Mahādhammasamādāna Sutta
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 Mahadhammasam
MN45. The Shorter Discourse on Taking Up of Practices - Cūḷadhammasamādāna Sutta
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
MN44. The Shorter Elaboration - Cūḷavedalla Sutta
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 h
MN43. The Great Classification - Mahāvedalla Sutta
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
MN42. The People of Verañja - Verañjaka Sutta
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 trans
MN41. The People of Sāla - Sāleyyaka Sutta
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 unde
MN40. The Shorter Discourse at Assapura - Cūḷaassapura Sutta
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 Cula
MN39. The Longer Discourse at Assapura - Mahāassapura Sutta
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 transla
MN38. The Longer Discourse on the Ending of Craving - Mahātaṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta
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
MN37. The Shorter Discourse on the Ending of Craving - Cūḷataṇhāsaṅkhaya Sutta
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 t
MN36. The Longer Discourse With Saccaka - Mahāsaccaka Sutta
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, de
MN35. The Shorter Discourse with Saccaka - MN35. Cūḷasaccaka Sutta
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
MN34. The Shorter Discourse on the Cowherd - Cūḷagopālaka Sutta
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
MN33. The Longer Discourse on the Cowherd - Mahāgopālaka Sutta
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 Mahā
MN32. The Longer Discourse at Gosigna - Mahāgosiṅga Sutta
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
MN31. The Shorter Discourse at Gosinga - Cūḷagosiṅga Sutta
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 af
MN30. The Shorter Simile of the Heartwood | Cūḷasāropama Sutta
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.
MN29. The Longer Simile of the Heartwood | Mahāsāropama Sutta
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 tra
MN28. The Longer Discourse on the Elephant's Footprint - Mahāhatthipadopama Sutta
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.
MN27. The Shorter Discourse on the Elephant's Footprint - Cūḷahatthipadopamasutta
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 tra
MN26. The Noble Search - Pāsarāsi Sutta
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 Centr
MN25. Fodder - Nivāpa Sutta
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
MN24. Prepared Chariots - Rathavinīta Sutta
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
MN23. The Ant Hill - Vammika Sutta
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 Vammi
MN22. Simile of the Snake - Alagaddūpama Sutta
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
MN21. Simile of the Saw - Kakacupama Sutta
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 tra
MN20. How To Stop Thinking - Vitakkasaṇṭhāna Sutta
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
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
MN18. The Honey Cake - Madhupiṇḍikasutta Sutta
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
MN17. Jungle Thickets - Vanapattha Sutta
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.
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MN16. Emotional Barrenness - Cetokhila Sutta
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
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
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 list
MN13. The Longer Discourse on the Mass of Suffering - Mahadukkhakkhanda Sutta
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 liste
MN12. The Longer Discourse on the Lion’s Roar - Mahasihanada Sutta
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
MN11. The Shorter Discourse on the Lion’s Roar - Culasihanada Sutta
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
MN10. Mindfulness Meditation - Mahasatipatthana Sutta
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 explana
MN9. Right View - Sammaditthi Sutta
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 Sammadit
MN8. Self-Effacement - Sallekha Sutta
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
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
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
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
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 B
MN3. Hiers in the Teaching - Dhammadayada Sutta
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.
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 Hasapanna's explanation
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