2.34 Isidinna#

I’ve seen lay disciples who have memorized discourses, Saying “Sensual pleasures are impermanent”; But they are passionately enamoured Of jewelled earrings, Desiring children and wives.

To be honest, they don’t know Dhamma, Despite saying “Sensual pleasures are impermanent”; They don’t have the power to cut their lust, So they’re attached to children, wives, and wealth.

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