The Encyclopedia of Indian Philosophies v7.c46.s8: X. Treatise on the First Class Drink

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1 (E332; T282) Quotes Saṃyutta II.29. 2 (E332; T282) When the Buddha is present, the teaching, the receptacles, and the good life constitute a first class drink to be drunk. 3 (E332; T282) Explains the teaching as a first class drink in terms of synonyms for teaching, and a list of what is taught—namely 4 truths, applications of mindfulness, etc. 4 (E332; T282) It is monks, nuns, lay people, deities, humans, and other cognizant beings who are the receptacle. 5 (E332; T282) The good life is the eightfold path. 6-8 (E332-337; T282-285) Resolution, energy, establishment, nondistraction, seeing are a first class drink to be drunk. Lack of faith, sloth, negligence, agitation, ignorance are the dregs to be thrown out.