SN 18.8
Taṇhā sutta: Craving
Taṇhāsutta
Paṭhamavagga
The Buddha answers Rāhula’s request by teaching on cravings in light of the three characteristics.
Translations
At Sāvatthī.
“What do you think, Rāhula? Is craving for sights permanent or impermanent?”
“Impermanent, sir.” …
“… craving for sounds … craving for smells … craving for tastes … craving for touches … Is craving for ideas permanent or impermanent?”
“Impermanent, sir.” …
“Seeing this, a learned noble disciple grows disillusioned with craving for sights, sounds, smells, tastes, touches, and ideas. …”
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