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Ananda's return, the Buddha praised him in front of the other
monks. He told them: "Ananda has, at all times, been
my most excellent attendant. He knew how to arrange just the
right time for me to meet with visitors. He always treated
all visitors well." Later, Ananda said to the Buddha:
"Lord Buddha, please do not enter nirvana in such a small
and unimportant place. Please select one of the large cities,
such as Rajagaha or Vesali, and enter the final nirvana there.
In those cities there are many rich and powerful people who
are your disciples. They can take responsibility for your
holy remains." |
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