In this episode of Teaching Peace, we explore the contrasting paths of the fool (bala) and the wise (pandita) as taught in Chapters 5 and 6 of the Dhammapada. The Buddha teaches that wisdom and foolishness are not based on education, family, or status—but on the choices we make. The fool is one who knows what is right yet refuses to act accordingly, while the wise live in harmony with right understanding.

Fools chase status, deflect accountability, and perpetuate blame. The wise, on the other hand, cultivate the “seven factors of awakening”: mindfulness, investigation, energy, joy, tranquility, concentration, and equanimity. These inner riches guide individuals and communities toward maturity, balance, and liberation.

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