Sammanfattning av Dhammapada, Chapter 19

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1. Justice requires distinguishing right from wrong and guiding others through fairness rather than force.
2. Learning and devotion to the law depend on patience and practice, not abundant speech.
3. Age, attractive appearance, and a shaved head do not establish wisdom, respectability, or spiritual discipline.
4. A true Bhikshu follows the whole law, while a Muni weighs choices and avoids evil.
5. Nobility requires compassion toward living beings, and the final warning makes ending desire essential to confidence.

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The closing warning makes the removal of desire decisive. It prevents religious practices and accomplishments from becoming grounds for premature confidence.

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