The Story of Paṇḍita, the Novice - A tale from the Dhammapada
Channel: Samatha Buddhist Meditation
Date: 16/04/2022

An animated Buddhist story.

The Story of Paṇḍita, the Novice is about a seven-year-old boy who ordains  as a monk under the auspices of the Elder Sāriputta. On his first alms round he sees things that inspire him to turn back and strive for Arahantship. This is the story behind verse 80 of the Dhammapada.