SN 1.51 — Old Age

English translation by Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu.

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Old Age
 Jarā Sutta (SN 1:51)

“What is good all the way through old age?
What is good when established?
What is the treasure of human beings?
What can’t be stolen by thieves?”

The Buddha:
“Virtue is good all the way through old age.
Conviction is good when established.
Discernment is the treasure of human beings.
Merit can’t be stolen by thieves.”