Numbered Discourses 5.67

7. Perceptions

Bases of Psychic Power (1st)

“Bhikkhus, any monk or nun who develops and cultivates five qualities can expect one of two results: enlightenment in the present life, or if there’s something left over, non-return.

What five?

A bhikkhu develops the basis of psychic power that has samādhi due to enthusiasm, and active effort …

A bhikkhu develops the basis of psychic power that has samādhi due to energy, and active effort …

A bhikkhu develops the basis of psychic power that has samādhi due to mental development, and active effort …

A bhikkhu develops the basis of psychic power that has samādhi due to inquiry, and active effort.

And the fifth is sheer vigor.

Any monk or nun who develops and cultivates these five qualities can expect one of two results: enlightenment in the present life, or if there’s something left over, non-return.”