長老偈經
歸命彼世尊 應供等正覺
一
山間嚴窟內，聲如獅子吼，長老練己偈，自作以聽偈。
二
順名順姓，順法住，有智諸眾人，專念住不懈怠。
三
成果思察此，人人此彼處，觀知不死道，此義為宣說。
一偈集
Elders' Verses Sutra (長老偈經)
About 長老偈經
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The Theragāthā is an important scripture within the Pāli Canon of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition, traditionally attributed to the disciples of the Buddha. The "Yun'an" version is one of its Chinese translations. This collection was compiled during the First Buddhist Council and records the verses uttered by the elder monks of the early Saṅgha after their attainment of enlightenment. Its content primarily reflects the elders' insights from practice, their paths to liberation, and their praise of the Dharma, demonstrating the practical spirit and realized fruits of early Buddhism. As part of the Sutta Piṭaka, the Theragāthā is regarded as a vital text for the study of early Buddhist thought and monastic life. It holds a revered position within Theravāda Buddhism, providing concrete models of practice for disciples.
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AI translation for reference only — not authoritative, not a statement of final truth. Awakening of the Dharma requires personal practice.