The commentary, the paramatthajotika, relates the background story to each sutta and explains each verse in detail. Mahamevnawa palienglish paritta chanting book colombo. In the mangala sutta it is very easy to understand the practicality and realism which the buddha taught. The volume includes numerous excerpts from the niddesa, an ancient commentary already included in the pali canon, which offers detailed expositions of each verse in the atthakavagga, the parayanavagga, and the rhinoceros horn sutta.
The mahaa mangala sutta by itself, or as part of the suttanipaata or of the khuddakapaa. He passed away in the reign of king me kuti 15511564 a. The term mangala means something good or auspiciousness, or lucky, or a good sign or omen. Although there are great commentaries, this mangala sutta is full of easytofollow advice. The authors book, written before this was available, helps to fill an omission in english buddhist literature. Published on apr 23, 2019 the mangala sutta discourse by s. The first part, the mahaniddesa, is a commentary on the atthakavagga.
The dharmafarers suttas with commentaries early buddhism. The suttanipata contains the three most popular paritta suttas. According to the commentary, mangala means that which is conducive to happiness and prosperity. King dutugemnu once attempted to preach the mangala sutta at the lohapasada, but he was too nervous to proceed. The mangala sutta is a discourse sutta of the buddha on the subject of blessings mangala, also translated as good omen or auspices or good fortune. The sutta has a special significance in the national life of burma. Vipassana research institute this video is uploaded for benefit of whole humanity. To have it written down in a book is considered an act of great merit.
They are mostly in verse, often with a short prose introduction. Mahamevnawa palienglish paritta chanting book this paritta chanting book is perfect for anyone who wants to know the english meaning of all the traditional pali protective chants. The suttas discourses by the buddha in this collection include some of the earliest recorded buddhist documents. If you practise these practical ways you can attain many blessings which will follow you through to the nibbana. The following text is the mangala sutta commentary as translated and. Buddhist forum about the dhamma of theravada buddhism. Here, is the translated english version from the great thich nhat hanh in verse form with rhythm, making it easy to chant as a daily or regular practice.
It is also traditionally included in books of protection paritta. Title the mangala sutta the 38 factors of auspiciousness. To be humble and polite in manner, to be grateful and content with a simple life, not missing the occasion to learn the dharma this is the great happiness. Its expositor is the venerable sariputta thera, the buddhas chief disciple and the foremost of the masters bhikkhu disciples in the exercise of the faculty of wisdom. Mangala sutta part 02, exploring the word of buddha, from sutta nipata by bhikku bodhi mangala sutta pdf view. For instance, each of the three aforementioned protective discourses mangala, metta and ratana sutta can be found in two canonical collections, the khuddakapatha and the sutta nipata. Sonis book on the mahaa mangala sutta, which is an allround summary of the buddhist teachings for the attainment of peace, happiness and spiritual wisdom, i realized that it should be republished. The sutta is often recited, and forms one of the commonest pieces of chanting used for the paritta. Shakyamuni buddha among my favorite sutras is the mangala sutra sutta, the happiness sutra. The postcanonical pali commentary 4 explains that at the time the sutta was preached there was great discussion over the whole of jambudvipa regarding the definition of blessings. This compilation will be an on going project your help will be much appreciated. You do not have to be a monk or nun to follow this teaching because this sutta in particular is meant for the average household person. Gunaratana thera docx file 69kb chandrabodhi chants the mahamangala sutta and other suttas in an indian style at 1 and sangharakshita reads the mahamangala and karaniyametta suttas, although with other readings.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the suttanipata. Mahx your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. An exposition of the mangala sutta association for insight meditation. Goenka is a new and very inspiring discourse for old students, in which he gives a detailed explanation of the buddhas teaching for. You can purchase the book as a paperback or kindle ebook. This refers not only to the stupid and uncultured, but also includes the wicked in thought, word and deed. So keep that in mind when you read the following extracts from mahamangala sutta and its commentary taken here from b. My reason for compiling and sharing this mangala sutta commentary is that it is a code of ethical conduct on how to live life and a summary of the buddhas teachings. Nagarjunas commentary on the awakening mind january 14, 2018 share bodhgaya, bihar, india the sky was cold and foggy this morning as his holiness the dalai lama drove the short distance from the tibetan temple to the kalachakra maidan, but the sun came out shortly afterwards.
Nalanda youth centre commenced their 4session mangala sutta commentary course from 15 16. As to the commentary to the last five books of the abhidhamma, this is. Mangala sutra is a social practice widespread in india, sri lanka, and nepal. An ancient collection of the buddhas discourses together with its commentaries the teachings of the buddha kindle edition by bodhi. Among my favorite sutras is the mangala sutra sutta, the happiness sutra. The purpose of the course aims to improve the youths knowledge and practice of the dhamma. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article. Lifes highest blessings is a study of the maha mangala sutta, an i. The reason why there are so many different highest blessings is because what may be the highest blessing for one, may not be so for another. Tisarana, dvattimsakara, ten commandments dasa vatthuni kuemarapanha, mangala sutta, ratana sutta, tisokuddas sutta, nidhikanda sutta and metta sutta. Venerable nyanissara is a master teacher and preacher of dhamma in his native myanmar language.
The mangala sutta is included in the khuddakapatha, the first book of the khuddaka nikaya. According to the commentary, the book derives its name from the first four suttas which are very short and called pathas. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In this discourse, the buddha describes blessings that are wholesome personal pursuits or attainments, identified in a progressive manner from the mundane to the ultimate spiritual goal.
It contains the complete text of the suttanipata about 200 pp. From these references we know the text books used in composing md. More information about this seller contact this seller 9. Mahamangala sutta project gutenberg selfpublishing. Even though he speaks english well, he regards himself as a student in english and relies upon outside sources as references when teaching dhamma to his western. Mangala sutras origin dates back to the 6th century ad as a single yellow thread was tied around the bride for protection from other men and evil spirits.
The purpose of a video is not to make money out of it. In response, the buddha delivered a discourse known as mangala sutta, in which thirtyeight highest. The sammaditthi sutta, the discourse on right view, is the ninth sutta of the majjhima nikaya, the collection of middle length discourses. For a detailed explanation see lifes highest blessing by dr. You may print copies of this book for your own use. Mangala sutta chanting with meaning the buddhas discourse of blessings it was preached at jetavana temple in answer to a question asked by a deva deity. The following text is the mangala sutta commentary as translated and taught to me by my teacher.
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