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Dhp 19
Translated by Bhikkhu Sujato
Source: https://suttacentral.net/dhp19/en/sujato
License: CC0-1.0

Much though they may recite scripture,
if a negligent person does not apply them,
then, like a cowherd who counts the cattle of others,
they miss out on the blessings of the ascetic life.