Theragāthā
Verses of the Senior Monks
Chapter of the Fives
5.4. Sumana
My mentor helped me to learn,
Hoping that I would practice those teachings;
Aspiring for the deathless,
I’ve done what was to be done.I’ve arrived at the Dhamma,
And witnessed it for myself, not based on hearsay.
With purified knowledge, free of doubt,
I declare it in your presence.I know my past life;
My divine eye is clarified;
I’ve realized my own true goal,
The Buddha’s instruction is fulfilled.Being heedful in the training,
I have learned your teachings well.
All my defilements are ended;
Now there is no more rebirth into any state of existence.You advised me in noble ways;
Compassionate, you helped teach me;
Your instruction was not in vain—
I, your student, am fully trained.