DiscoverSNSN 45–56SN 46SN 46.63

The Buddha teaches on the seven awakening factors regarding compassion, guiding mendicants in cultivating factors that lead to awakening.

SN 46.63 Compassion

“Karuṇā, bhikkhave, bhāvitā …pe…”

sattamaṁ.

Reference Translation by Bhikkhu Sujato (CC0).

“Karuṇā, bhikkhave, bhāvitā …pe…”

“Mendicants, when compassion is developed and cultivated it’s very fruitful and beneficial. …”

sattamaṁ.

Qualities:

Compassion

Compassion

☀️ bright quality

A mental quality of wise empathy in response to suffering, which counters qualities of harm or cruelty.

Also known as: benevolence, concern, sympathy, kindness towards those who are suffering
Pāli: karuṇā, anukampa
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Wholesome

Wholesome

☀️ bright quality

Conducive to or suggestive of good health and mental well-being.

Also known as: blameless, skillful, beneficial, good, useful, healthy, nourishing, sustaining
Pāli: kusala
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Last updated on July 27, 2026

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