“Among my shravakas, the foremost bhikshus,
Vakkula possesses exceptionally long life without premature death. He prefers solitary dwelling over community life.
Puurna Maitraayaniiputra excels in expounding the Dharma with perfect discrimination.
Upaali strictly observes the Vinaya without transgression.
Vakkalii attains liberation through faith with unwavering resolve.
Nanda possesses supreme physical grace surpassing worldly standards, with perfectly tranquil faculties and steadfast mind.
Vaddha demonstrates spontaneous eloquence resolving doubts.
Siiha extensively explains doctrines without error.
Deva-Subhuuti maintains pure conduct while wearing fine robes.
Nandaka particularly enjoys instructing junior practitioners.
Sumana skilfully teaches precepts to bhikshuniis.”
Vakkula, Puurna, Upaali; Vakkalii, Nanda
Vaddha, Siiha, Deva-Subhuuti; Nandaka, Sumana