Buddha’s Calm Wisdom: Criticism, Praise, and the Path of Truth | Rajagaha to Nalanda Story

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Today’s video explores the Dīgha Nikāya (Long Discourses), focusing on the Sīlakkhandha Vagga section and the Brahmajāla Sutta, with simple stories that bring its teachings to life.

Discover a peaceful, powerful story from 2,500 years ago. As the Blessed One (Gotama Buddha) traveled between Rajagaha and Nalanda with the Sangha, a critic named Suppiya spoke against the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha—while his helper, Brahmadatta, praised them. In serene assembly halls like Ambalaṭṭhikā and Mandalamāla, the Buddha taught timeless guidance:

Do not get angry when others criticize.
Do not become proud when others praise.
Speak the truth calmly and clearly.
This video presents Grade 5–friendly retellings of these moments, showing how patience, humility, and truthful speech create inner peace. It also includes a short glossary to help learners understand key words like Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha, and more.

What you’ll learn:

How the Buddha guided the monks to respond to criticism and praise
Why calm truth is stronger than anger or pride
The roles of Suppiya and Brahmadatta in this teaching
Historic settings: Rajagaha, Nalanda, Ambalaṭṭhikā Park, Mandalamāla Hall
Perfect for students, families, and anyone seeking simple, clear Buddhist teachings.

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Short Glossary:

Blessed One / Venerable Sir / Tathāgata: Titles that mean the Gotama Buddha.

Buddha: The Enlightened One who discovered and taught the Dhamma.

Dhamma: The Buddha’s teaching; the truth about life and how to end suffering.

Sangha: The community of monks and nuns who follow the Buddha’s path.

Monk: A person who has given up normal life to practice the Buddha’s teaching full-time.

Nalanda / Rajagaha: Ancient cities in India where the Buddha traveled and taught.

Ambalaṭṭhikā Park / Rajagāraka Hall / Mandalamāla Hall: Places where the Buddha and monks stayed and met.

Suppiya: A man who criticized the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha.

Brahmadatta: Suppiya’s young helper who praised the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha.

Alms bowl: A simple bowl monks use to receive food.

Halo: A gentle glow around the Buddha’s head showing calm and wisdom.

Ushnisha: The rounded topknot shape on the Buddha’s head, a sign of enlightenment.

Urna: A small mark on the Buddha’s forehead, a symbol of wisdom.

Contemplative: Calm, thoughtful, and peaceful.

Volumetric light: Beams of light you can see in air, like sunrays through mist.