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Jan 2017

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Dhammapada Verse 149: Bleached Bones

YUTTADHAMMO BHIKKHU

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Verse 149
These dove-colored bones are like gourds that lie scattered about in autumn. Having seen them, how can one seek delight?

(Translated by Acharya Buddharakkhita)

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Translations from: https://suttacentral.net/dhp146-156/en/buddharakkhita#149

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