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# Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c16.800

Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c16.800

- **Language:** English

### [v1.c16.800](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.reference.malalasekera-1937.v1.c16.800)

According to the Dhammapada Commentary,² the story was told in reference to a young monk who, going to a house to fetch water, saw a young woman and fell in love with her. She encouraged his attentions, and the monk, desiring her, wished to leave the Order.

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