B. Maha Mangala Sutta

 

The 38 Blessings — One Line Each (Maha Mangala Sutta)

1. Avoid foolish company
2. Associate with the wise
3. Honor the worthy
4. Live in a suitable place
5. Rely on past good deeds
6. Set oneself on the right path
7. Be well learned
8. Be skillful in work
9. Be well trained in discipline
10. Speak gently and truthfully
11. Care for parents
12. Support family
13. Earn a blameless livelihood
14. Practice generosity
15. Live according to Dhamma
16. Support relatives
17. Act without blame
18. Refrain from evil
19. Avoid intoxicants
20. Be diligent in wholesome actions
21. Be respectful
22. Be humble
23. Be content
24. Be grateful
25. Listen to Dhamma at the right time
26. Practice patience
27. Accept advice easily
28. Associate with spiritual practitioners
29. Discuss Dhamma at the right time
30. Practice self-discipline
31. Live the noble life
32. Realize the Noble Truths
33. Attain Nibbāna
34. Remain unmoved by worldly conditions
35. Be free from sorrow
36. Be free from defilements
37. Dwell in safety
38. This is the highest blessing- a mind fully trained