Venerating the Tathaagata’s Shrine
Thus I have heard: One time, the Budha was staying at
Anaathapindidas Ashrama in Jetavana of Shraavastii.
At that time, the Bhagavaan said to the bhikshus:
“There are these two qualities that one should contemplate inwardly with diligence and single-minded focus as a way of venerating the Tathaagata’s temple.
What are these two qualities?
The Tathaagata is unparalleled among all beings in the world, and the Tathaagata possesses great kindness and compassion, caring for all beings in the ten directions.
Thus, bhikshus, with these two qualities, by contemplating inwardly with diligence and single-minded focus, one should venerate the Tathaagata’s temple.
Bhikshus, you should train yourselves in this way.”
When the bhikshus heard what the Budha said, they followed it with joy.