51. Sīha asked the Lord: “Is it possible, Lord, to see the results of generosity?” And the Lord replied: “Yes, it is possible to see the results of generosity. The giver, the generous one, is liked and dear to many. This is a result of generosity that is observable. Good and wise people follow the generous person. This is a result of generosity that is observable. The generous person earns a good reputation. This also is a result of generosity that is observable. Once again, in whatever company he enters, be it nobles, brahmans, householders or monks, the generous person enters with confidence and without trouble. This is a result of giving that is observable. And finally, the giver, the generous person, is reborn in heaven after death. This is a result of generosity that can only be seen hereafter.”
A.III,39 (AN 5.34)
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