In the Piyatara Sutta, the Kosalan King Pasenadi, a prominent and loyal supporter of the Buddha, asks his queen, Queen Mallikā, “Is there anyone, Mallikā, you love more than yourself?”
What was Queen Mallikā’s reply to the King?
What is true love?
What was Buddha’s advice to King Pasenadi about truly loving oneself?
How does realising the First Noble Truth (Suffering) and the Second Noble Truth (Origin of Suffering) develop right understanding and compassion, transforming how we love ourselves and others, and leading to a healthier and more harmonious way of living?
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Kasibhāradvāja Sutta (Samyutta Nikaya 7.11)
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29 March 2026.
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