The Related Suttas Collection 1.9

1. A Reed

Fond of Conceit

At Sāvatthī.

Standing to one side, that deity recited this verse in the Buddha’s presence:

“Someone who’s fond of conceit can’t be tamed, and someone without samādhi can’t be a sage. Living negligent alone in the wilderness, they can’t pass beyond Death’s domain.”

“Having given up conceit, serene within oneself, with a healthy heart, everywhere free; living diligent alone in the wilderness, they pass beyond Death’s domain.”