Theragāthā
Verses of the Senior Monks
Chapter of the Twos
2.27. Nandaka
Though a fine thoroughbred stumbles
It soon stands firm again;
It gains even more spirit,
And draws its load undeterred.Even so, I am one endowed with vision,
A disciple of the Buddha!
You should remember me as a thoroughbred,
The Buddha’s rightful son.