Himalayas🌱 simile

The Buddha presents a simile of the nāgas, serpent beings, who rely on the Himalayas to nurture their bodies and acquire strength before entering the ocean, as a metaphor for the bhikkhu cultivating the seven factors of awakening to attain greatness and expansiveness of mental qualities.

The Buddha uses the simile of a monkey caught in a sticky trap to illustrate the dangers of wandering in unsuitable places and the importance of mindfulness.

Just as mighty trees flourish supported by the Himalayas, a household grows in faith, virtue, and wisdom when supported by a faithful and virtuous head of the family.