AN 2.53

English translation by Bhikkhu Candana.

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53. “Bhikkhus, there are these two extremely unique and matchless human beings who appear in the world, born for the welfare and benefit of countless people; bringing good fortune, happiness, and joy to the many; pervading a sense of soothing contentment and delight upon both Devas and humans. And who are these two?

“One is The Tathāgata, The Arahant, The Perfectly Self-Awakened Buddha; and the other is the Universal Wheel-Turning Monarch.

“Bhikkhus, these are the two extremely unique and matchless human beings who appear in the world, born for the welfare and benefit of countless people; bringing good fortune, happiness, and joy to the many; pervading a sense of soothing contentment and delight upon both Devas and humans.”