Sutta Nipāta the Maṅgla Sutta 258-272
Abstinence from intoxicants,
Diligence among mental states,
—This is the highest of blessings.
The primary reason for being careful about mind altering substances is the impact they may have on consciousness and ability to skillful thinking. Our minds are already vulnerable to manipulation and other causes of delusion. An important defense and gift to our relationships and civic responsibilities is clear thinking.
Abstinence from intoxicants,
Diligence among mental states,
—This is the highest of blessings.
The primary reason for being careful about mind altering substances is the impact they may have on consciousness and ability to skillful thinking. Our minds are already vulnerable to manipulation and other causes of delusion. An important defense and gift to our relationships and civic responsibilities is clear thinking.
