Dawn of the Truth

  The Wisdom of the Khajjaneeya Sutta A translation based on a discussion by Venerable Alawwe Anomadassi Thero : Version 2 The core of the Buddha’s teaching in the Khajjaneeya Sutta (SN 22.79) focuses on a radical shift in perspective: moving from seeing "things" (nouns) to seeing "processes" (verbs/actions). This shift dismantles the illusion of a solid self ( Sakkaya ) and the artificial duality of internal versus external. 1. The Nature of Consciousness and Naming In the Khajjaneeya Sutta , the Buddha defines consciousness through its function: “Vijanatiti kho bhikkhave, tasmā viññāṇanti vuccathi” > ( It cognizes, monks; that is why it is called 'consciousness'. ) Just as we use nouns like "table" or "chair" for communication, we use terms like "falling sick" or "dying." These are designations ( pannațți ), expressions ( vohāra ), and linguistic conventions ( nirutti ). We cannot have a name without a c...

                                     A translation based on a discussion by Venerable Alawwe Anomadassi Thero :      Version 1 This reflection explores the Khajjaneeya Sutta (SN 22.79) and the radical shift it demands: moving from seeing "things" (nouns) to seeing "processes" (verbs). By understanding how the mind constructs a "self" out of simple occurrences, we can dismantle the duality of internal/external. 1. The Nature of Naming: "Tasmā" (Therefore) In the Khajjaneeya Sutta , the Buddha defines the Five Aggregates through their function. For example: “Ruppatīti kho bhikkhave, tasmā rūpanti vuccathi” (It is afflicted, monks; therefore, it is called ‘form’.) The word Tasmā is the key. It tells us that a "Name" (like Form or Rupa) is only a label for an action that is already happening. We cannot have a name without a Siduweema (occurrence); we cannot say "co...