Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v2.c37.164
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v2.c37.164
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v2.c37.164
4. Hārita Thera.—He was a brahmin of Sāvatthi, and, because of pride of birth, used to call others low-born. Later he entered the Order, but even then this habit persisted. One day, after hearing the Buddha preach, he reviewed his mind, and was distressed by his conceit and arrogance. Thereupon, putting forth effort, he conjured up insight and won arahantship.