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Thus have I heard:
One time, the Budha was staying at Anaathapindidas Ashrama in Jetavana of Shraavastii.
At that time, Bhagavaan said to the bhikshus,
“In this assembly, there is no practice superior to this one: when cultivated and frequently practiced, it brings blessings in the human realm, blessings in the heavenly realm, and leads to the realization of Nirvana.
What is this practice?
It is abstaining from drinking alcohol.
Bhikshus, if someone abstains from drinking alcohol, they will be born intelligent, free from foolishness and confusion, well-versed in scriptures, and their mind will not be disturbed.
Thus, bhikshus, you should train yourselves in this way.”
When the bhikshus heard what the Budha said, they followed it with joy.