Guardians of the World Lokapṅla Sutta (AN 2:9)

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('â', motherâ here, no recognition of ),

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('â', motherâs sister,â ),

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('â', uncleâs wife,â ),

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('â', teacherâs wife,â or ),

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('â', wives of those who deserve respect.â The world would be immersed in promiscuity, like rams with goats, roosters with pigs, or dogs with jackals. But because these two bright qualities guard the world, there is recognition of ),

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('â', mother,â ),

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('â', motherâs sister,â ),

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('â', uncleâs wife,â ),

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('â', teacherâs wife,â & ),

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('â', wives of those who deserve respect.â" See also: AN 6:45; AN 7:6; Iti 34; Iti 40; Iti 42 - --> - - - -