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In this talk, Bhante from the Mahabodhi Society shares a meaningful message about the five prophetic dreams of the Bodhisatta before his enlightenment, as mentioned in the Mahasupina Sutta. He explains that these dreams were not just ordinary visions but signs that revealed the Bodhisatta’s spiritual journey and his future as the Buddha. Each dream represents an important part of his path—the gaining of supreme wisdom, the discovery of the Noble Eightfold Path, the formation of the Sangha (the community of monks and nuns), the spread of the Dhamma among people from all walks of life, and the Buddha’s freedom from worldly attachments. Bhante also tells an inspiring story of how the Buddha’s compassion and wisdom helped prevent a war between the Sakyan and Koliyan clans, showing how the Dhamma can bring peace and protect lives. He ends by encouraging listeners to use the sacred period of Vassa to reflect deeply, practice mindfulness, and strengthen faith in the Triple Gem.
By Bhikkhu BuddhadattaIn this talk, Bhante from the Mahabodhi Society shares a meaningful message about the five prophetic dreams of the Bodhisatta before his enlightenment, as mentioned in the Mahasupina Sutta. He explains that these dreams were not just ordinary visions but signs that revealed the Bodhisatta’s spiritual journey and his future as the Buddha. Each dream represents an important part of his path—the gaining of supreme wisdom, the discovery of the Noble Eightfold Path, the formation of the Sangha (the community of monks and nuns), the spread of the Dhamma among people from all walks of life, and the Buddha’s freedom from worldly attachments. Bhante also tells an inspiring story of how the Buddha’s compassion and wisdom helped prevent a war between the Sakyan and Koliyan clans, showing how the Dhamma can bring peace and protect lives. He ends by encouraging listeners to use the sacred period of Vassa to reflect deeply, practice mindfulness, and strengthen faith in the Triple Gem.