something which cannot be understood repaired (a stylistic use) went to valley of desolation an area which is filled with deep sorrow mortals those bound to die is not any means by which those that have been born can avoid dying; after reaching old age there is death; of such a nature are living beings. As ripe fruits are early in danger of falling, so mortals when born are always in danger of death. As all earthen vessels made by the potter end in being broken, so is the life of mortals. Both young and adult, both those who are fools and those who are wise, all fall into the power of death; all are subject to death.
“Of those who, overcome by death, depart from life, a father cannot save his son, nor kinsmen their relations. Mark! while relatives are looking on and lamenting deeply, one by one mortals are carried off, like an ox that is led to the slaughter. So the world is afflicted with death and decay, therefore the wise do not grieve, knowing the terms of the world.
“Not from weeping nor from grieving will anyone obtain peace of mind; on the contrary, his pain will be the greater and his body will suffer. He will make himself sick and pale, yet the dead are not saved by his lamentation. He who seeks peace should draw out the arrow of lamentation, and complaint, and grief. He who has drawn out the arrow and has become composed will obtain peace of mind; he who has overcome all sorrow will become free from sorrow, and be blessed.” [ Source : Betty Renshaw Values and Voices: A College Reader ( ) ] afflicted with affected by suffering, disease or pain lamentation expression of sorrow When her son dies, Kisa Gotami goes from house to house.
What does she ask for? Does she get it? Why not? Kisa Gotami again goes from house to house after she speaks with the Buddha.
What does she ask for, the second time around? Does she get it? Why not? What does Kisa