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The Buddha teaches on extinguishment in a certain respect, presenting a ninefold teaching for disciples on the path.

AN 9.50 Extinguishment in a Certain Respect

“‘Tadaṅganibbānaṁ, tadaṅganibbānan’ti, āvuso, vuccati …pe….

Navamaṁ.

Reference Translation by Bhikkhu Sujato (CC0).

“‘Tadaṅganibbānaṁ, tadaṅganibbānan’ti, āvuso, vuccati …pe….

“Reverend, they speak of ‘extinguishment in a certain respect’. …”

Navamaṁ.

Qualities:

Respect

Respect

☀️ bright quality

A mental attitude of reverent attentiveness that values goodness and wisdom in oneself and others. It steadies conduct and opens the mind to learning and humility.

Also known as: reverence, veneration, regard, admiration, appreciation, deference, honour, attentiveness
Pāli: gārava, pūjā, sakkāra
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Wisdom

Wisdom

☀️ bright quality

Lived understanding and sound judgment that steers the mind away from suffering, distinct from mere accumulation of facts.

Also known as: (of a person) wise, astute, intelligent, learned, skilled, firm, stable, steadfast, an experiential understanding of the four noble truths
Pāli: paññā, medhā, dhīra, paṇḍita, asammūḷha
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Last updated on July 27, 2026

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