法苑珠林 75.31

75.31

Furthermore, the Buddha-parinirvāṇa-sūtra states: 'The Buddha told the maiden Āmrapālī: "Those who are fond of sexual misconduct suffer five self-impediments: first, having many bad reputations; second, being hated by royal law; third, harboring deceit and much suspicion; fourth, entering hell upon death; fifth, when the retribution in hell is ended, taking the form of an animal. These are all brought about by sin. For those who are able to extinguish their minds themselves and not commit sexual misconduct, there are five increases of merit: first, being praised by many people; second, having no fear of government officials; third, attaining peace and security of body; fourth, ascending upon death to be born in heaven; fifth, attaining the path of nirvāṇa through purity of intention."'