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SN 18.6

Saññā sutta: Perceptions

Saññāsutta

Paṭhamavagga

The Buddha answers Rāhula’s request by teaching on perceptions in light of the three characteristics.

Translations

At Sāvatthī.

“What do you think, Rāhula? Is perception of sights permanent or impermanent?”

“Impermanent, sir.” …

“… perception of sounds … perception of smells … perception of tastes … perception of touches … Is perception of ideas permanent or impermanent?”

“Impermanent, sir.” …

“Seeing this, a learned noble disciple grows disillusioned with the perception of sights, sounds, smells, tastes, touches, and ideas. …”

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