Final journey to Kushinagar from "summary" of The Epic of the Buddha by Chittadhar Hrdaya
As the time of his departure drew near, the Blessed One made his way slowly to the city of Kushinagar. The people of the city, upon hearing of his arrival, gathered around him in great numbers, eager to pay their respects to the Enlightened One. The Buddha, in his infinite compassion, spoke to them one final time, imparting his wisdom and guidance for their spiritual journey. As he lay down beneath the twin sal trees, surrounded by his disciples and followers, the Buddha entered into a deep meditation. It was during this profound state of tranquility that he attained the ultimate goal of nirvana, freeing himself from the cycle of birth and death. The earth trembled, the heavens shone brightly, and a...Similar Posts
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