The monk going for alms,
supporting himself and no other:
The devas adore one who is Such,
calmed & ever mindful.
Notes
1. Going on an almsround that bypasses no donors is one of the thirteen optional ascetic (dhutaṅga) practices. See Thag 16:7.
2. Kosiya–“Owl”–is Sakka’s clan name.
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