Theragāthā
Verses of the Senior Monks
Chapter of the Threes
3.8. Vassika
I was the only one in my family
Who had faith and wisdom.
It’s good for my relatives that I’m
Firm in Dhamma, and my conduct is virtuous.I rebuked my family out of compassion,
Reprimanding them because of my love
For my family and relatives.They performed a service for the monks
And then they passed away,
To find happiness in the heaven of the Thirty-three.
There, my brothers and mother rejoice
With all the pleasures they desire.