The Rathnamali Gatha is a set of stanzas (verses) composed in Pali, the scriptural language of Theravada Buddhism. The title translates loosely to the "Garland of Gems," where each verse represents a priceless jewel of spiritual truth.
Pali: Kanham dhamma-savanam,** English Meaning: The dark, fierce Yakkha was subdued when the Buddha preached the Dhamma to him—through this power, may you have victory blessings.
Themes and Content
The final section describes the tangible results of reciting these verses. It assures the devotee that:
The Rathnamali Gatha is a set of stanzas (verses) composed in Pali, the scriptural language of Theravada Buddhism. The title translates loosely to the "Garland of Gems," where each verse represents a priceless jewel of spiritual truth.
Pali: Kanham dhamma-savanam,** English Meaning: The dark, fierce Yakkha was subdued when the Buddha preached the Dhamma to him—through this power, may you have victory blessings.
Themes and Content
The final section describes the tangible results of reciting these verses. It assures the devotee that: