“Are psychic powers and wisdom always clearly separated?” Answered by Ajahn Pasanno. [Psychic powers ] [Discernment] // [Buddha/Biography] [Great disciples] [Vinaya] [Admonishment/feedback]
Vinaya: Khandhaka 15.8: Piṇḍola Bhāradvāja uses psychic powers.
Reference: Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master by Amy Schmidt (commercial). [Dipa Ma]
The Four Foundations of Mindfulness [2015], Session 40, Excerpt 5
Comment: Whenever I trim my nose-hairs, I’ll be envisioning goblins and monastics from now on. [Cleanliness] [Vinaya] [Humor]
Vinaya: Khandhaka 15.27.5.
Thanksgiving Retreat 2012, Session 6, Excerpt 8
“Could you explain the role of enjoyment within the context of taking food with the purpose of nourishment?” Answered by Ajahn Pasanno. [Food] [Sensual desire] [Happiness] // [Cultural context]
Vinaya: Khandhaka 15.31: The Buddha allows toothwoods and explains that using toothwoods makes you enjoy your food. [Vinaya] [Cleanliness] [Benefit/gratification]