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Explore some of the dhammapada best quotations and sayings on such as for hatred does not cease by hatred at any time hatred ceases by love this is an old rule. Probably compiled in the third century bce, the verses are arranged according to theme, covering ideas such as selfpossession, good and evil, watchfulness and endurance. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Kindle books kindle unlimited prime reading bestsellers kindle daily deal kindle monthly deals free kindle reading apps buy a kindle content and devices kindle support. The dhammapada is a collection of sayings of the buddha in verse form and one of the most widely read and best known bud. As the second text in the khuddaka nikaya short collection of the sutta.
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