Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c15.55

v1.c15.55

The Commentary² adds that Ghoṭamukha held the view that one should seek self-glorification, even by the slaughter of one’s parents, and that he was the only person born in heaven, in spite of having held that view. After his birth in heaven, having discovered the cause of his good fortune, he came to earth in disguise and, after revealing his identity to his only remaining sister, told her where his treasures were hidden and instructed her to spend some of the money on renovating an old refectory which the monks were trying to restore.