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45. Paṇḍita Sutta (Advised by the Wise) Bhikkhus, these three are advised by the wise. What three? Bhikkhus, giving gifts is advised by the wise. Bhikkhus, going forth and becoming homeless is advised by the wise. Bhikkhus, attending on one’s mother and father is advised by the wise. These three are advised by the wise. ‘The good encourage being open-handedly generous and harmless, Along with being self-disciplined and of service to one’s parents, And to those who are genuinely practicing The Holy Life. Having thus been advised, The wise person who possesses Right View Should live his life while practicing The Training In accordance with these principles, As he moves on to experience even higher states.’