11.
The Book of the Twelves
1.
Verses of the Elder Nun Uppalavaṇṇā
For me there was spiritual urgency, wonderful and terrifying.
Where mother and daughter, we were co-wives.
She went forth at Rājagaha, from home into homelessness.
And the knowledge of others' minds, the ear-element purified.
The six higher knowledges have been realized, the Buddha's teaching has been fulfilled.
Having paid homage at the feet of the Buddha, the Protector of the World, such a one."
And there is no companion of yours whatsoever, do you not fear the cheats, young fool?"
I would not stir a hair nor would I tremble, what will you do to me, Māra, alone?
I can stand between your eyebrows, and standing there you will not see me.
The six higher knowledges have been realized, the Buddha's teaching has been fulfilled.
What you call 'sensual delight', that is now discontent for me.
Know thus, Evil One, you are defeated, O Death."
... The Elder Nun Uppalavaṇṇā...
The Chapter of Twelves is concluded.