It was not because I disliked riches or grain, or because I had a store set aside, but because omniscience is precious to me, that is why I gave such fine riches.”

The Conduct Leading to Buddhahood The Chapter With Akitti The Perfection of Giving (6th) King Nimi’s Conduct

“Then again when I was in the capital city of Mithilā I was the great king named Nimi, astute and seeking the good.

Then having had constructed four halls with four openings, I provided gifts there for beasts, birds, men, and so forth.

Clothing and beds, food and drink to enjoy: I provided them without let, performing a great offering.

Suppose a servant is looking to get a raise from their boss, they’d seek to fulfill their needs by body, speech, and mind.

In that way in every life I shall seek the wisdom born of awakening. Having pleased beings with gifts, I wish for the supreme awakening.”

The Conduct Leading to Buddhahood The Chapter With Akitti The Perfection of Giving (7th) Prince Candana’s Conduct

“Then again when I was the true-born son of the One King in the city of flowers, Pupphavatī, I was called Prince Canda, the Moon.