9.
The Book of the Nines
1.
Verses of the Elder Nun Vaḍḍhamātā
204.
May you not, dear son, again and again, be a partaker of suffering.
205.
Having become cooled, having attained self-control, dwell without mental corruptions.
206.
For making an end of suffering, you, Vaḍḍha, should develop."
207.
I think surely towards me, craving is not found in you."
208.
Even minute, even the slightest, craving is not found in me.
209.
The three true knowledges have been attained, the Buddha's teaching has been fulfilled."
210.
Verses connected with the ultimate meaning, just as one who is compassionate.
211.
I attained religious emotion regarding the Dhamma, for the attainment of freedom from bondage.
212.
Urged on by my mother, being peaceful, I attained the highest peace."
... The elder nun Vaḍḍhamātā...
The Chapter of Nines is concluded.