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Thus I have heard:
One time, the Budha was staying at Anaathapindidas Ashrama in Jetavana of Shraavastii.
At that time, Bhagavaan addressed the Bhikshus: “By abandoning one thing, I guarantee you will attain Anaagaami (Non-returner).
What is this one thing? It is sensual desire.
O Bhikshus! Abandon sensual desire, and I guarantee you will attain Anaagaamin (Non-returner).”
Then Bhagavaan spoke this verse:
“Defiled by lust and craving,
Beings fall into woeful realms;
Strive diligently to abandon greed,
And attain the state of Anaagaamin (Non-returner).”
When the bhikshus heard what the Budha said, they followed it with joy.