There were only a few of you there at the time when I taught the exposition on the simile of the thoroughbred colt. Do you remember that, Bhaddāli?” “No, sir.” “What do you believe the reason for that is?” “Sir, it’s surely because for a long time now I haven’t fulfilled the training according to the Teacher’s instructions.” “That’s not the only reason, Bhaddāli. Rather, for a long time I have encompassed your mind and known: ‘While I’m teaching, this futile man doesn’t pay attention, apply the mind, concentrate wholeheartedly, or actively listen to the teaching.’ Still, Bhaddāli, I shall teach the exposition on the simile of the thoroughbred colt. Listen and apply your mind well, I will speak.” “Yes, sir,” Bhaddāli replied. The Buddha said this: