Khema Sutta

Translation by Bhikkhuni Uppalavanna

Khema, the son of gods standing on a side said this stanza, to the Blessed One:


 * "The foolish behave, becoming their own enemy
 * They do actions, the results of which are painful.
 * Actions that bring remorse are better not done
 * The results of such actions are to be borne with tearful eyes.
 * Actions without remorse are well done.
 * Their results could be enjoyed with a pleasant mind."


 * "With caution do actions, if you know it's for your welfare.
 * Do not think like a carter, think wisely to exert.
 * Do not be like the carter who abandoned the safe highway,
 * Entered the uneven path and gambled in thoughts.
 * Just so leaving behind the Teaching, do not pick up the wrong Teaching.
 * The fool in the face of death thinks like a loser in gambling."