Venerable Mahācundaperson

The Buddha distinguishes pleasant abidings in the here and now from the way of effacement leading upwards to complete quenching. Effacement is shown as the gradual chipping away of defilements through restraint, cultivation of the noble eightfold path, and diligent training, culminating in the complete freedom of Nibbāna.

When the Buddha falls gravely ill, the venerable Mahācunda visits him and recites the seven factors of awakening. This inspires the Buddha to a swift recovery from his illness.