The "Linked Discourses With Māra" features dialogues between the Buddha and Māra, the personification of evil and the tempter of beings. Māra is depicted as a powerful figure who seeks to obstruct the Buddha's path to awakening and enlightenment. These discourses often involve Māra's attempts to dissuade the Buddha from teaching or to distract him from his meditation. The Buddha responds with wisdom and compassion, skillfully countering Māra's deceptions and revealing the path to liberation.
Mārasaṁyutta - Linked Discourses With Māra
The Buddha, after walking back and forth in the open air for much of the night, lies down in the lion's posture. Māra approaches him and taunts him for sleeping.
The Māra and the Buddha exchange verses on whether acquisitions bring delight or sorrow.