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Famous Buddhist Parables
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The Parable of the Monkey Trap
The danger of attachment and how it can trap one in suffering.
The Parable of the Poisoned Arrow
Urgency in addressing suffering rather than becoming preoccupied with speculative questions.
The Parable of the Mustard Seed
The universality of grief and the importance of accepting the reality of loss and death.
The Parable of the Saw
The extent of patience and compassion one should have even in the most challenging situations.
The Parable of the Sandcastle
The impermanence of material possessions and the folly of attachment.
The Parable of the Burning House
The skillful means used in teaching and adapting messages to suit different audiences.
The Parable of the Blind Turtle and the Yoke
The rarity and preciousness of human life and the opportunity it offers for liberation.
The Elephant and the Blind Men
The reality of truth as multi-faceted, and the importance of tolerance for different perspectives.
The Parable of the Zither
The principle of the 'Middle Way' between severe asceticism and indulgence.
The Parable of the Cloth
Purity of mind and how defilements can hinder enlightenment.
The Parable of the Banyan Deer
The virtue of self-sacrifice and leadership in protecting the welfare of others.
The Parable of the Two Arrows
Understanding the difference between physical pain and mental anguish.
The Parable of the Water-Snake
The proper way to grasp the teachings of Buddhism without causing harm to oneself or others.
The Parable of the Snake
Caution against misinterpreting teachings and using them improperly.
The Parable of the Empty Boat
Non-attachment to personal ego and the understanding that anger is often self-inflicted.
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