usabha

Usabha 1

Going out one day from his cave after the rains, he saw the loveliness of the woods and mountains and reflected, “These trees and creepers, though unconscious, yet by the season’s fulfilment, have won full growth. Why should not I, who have obtained suitable season, win growth by good qualities?” Pondering thus, he strove and obtained insight. Thag.110

Usabha 2

After entering a town for alms while riding an elephant, he became ashamed and attained enlightenment. Thag.197–198

Usabha 3

A Pacceka Buddha, mentioned in the Isigili Sutta. MN.iii.70