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The Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast

The Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast

Episode 1MN23. The Ant Hill - Vammika SuttaAugust 18, 2023 · 10 min
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Nov 10, 2026

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Narrated teachings of the Buddha based on translations of the Sutta Pitaka.

Episodes 100

  1. The Field of Merit for the World - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E32]

    20 minSeason 3 · Episode 32

    This episode is on the topic of the field of merit for the world. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the field of merit for the world.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  2. The Goal of Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words

    19 minSeason 3 · Episode 31

    This episode is on the topic of “The Goal of Wisdom”. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of “The Goal of Wisdom”.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  3. By Way of the Four Noble Truths - In The Buddha's Words (S3E30)

    9 minSeason 3 · Episode 30

    This episode is on the topic “By way of the Four Noble Truths”. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic “By way of the Four Noble Truths”.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  4. By Way of Dependent Origination - In The Buddha's Words [S3E29]

    22 minSeason 3 · Episode 29

    This episode is on the topic of “by way of dependent origination”. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of “by way of dependent origination”.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  5. By Way Of The Elements - In The Buddha's Words [S3E28]

    13 minSeason 3 · Episode 28

    The topics of this episode is about how wisdom is developed by way of the elements. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words …

    Show notes

    The topics of this episode is about how wisdom is developed by way of the elements.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  6. The Domain of Wisdom (part 2) - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E27]

    13 minSeason 3 · Episode 27

    This episode is on the topic of the Domain of Wisdom - part 2. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the Domain of Wisdom - part 2.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  7. The Domain of Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E26]

    20 minSeason 3 · Episode 26

    This episode is on the topic of the domain of wisdom. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the domain of wisdom.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  8. Cultivating Wisdom - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E25]

    30 minSeason 3 · Episode 25

    This episode is on the topic of cultivating wisdom. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of cultivating wisdom.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  9. Mindfulness of Breathing - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E24)

    15 minSeason 3 · Episode 24

    This episode is on the topic of mindfulness of breathing. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of mindfulness of breathing.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  10. Four Establishments of Mindfulness - In the Buddha’s Words [S3E23]

    34 minSeason 3 · Episode 23

    The topics in this episode include: a mind of loving-kindness, the six recollections and the four establishments of mindfulness Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure …

    Show notes

    The topics in this episode include: a mind of loving-kindness, the six recollections and the four establishments of mindfulness

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  11. The Hindrances to Mental Development - In The Buddha's Words (S3E22)

    24 minSeason 3 · Episode 22

    This episode is on the topic of the Hindrances to Mental Development. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the Hindrances to Mental Development.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  12. Mastering the Mind - In The Buddha's Words (S3E21)

    8 minSeason 3 · Episode 21

    This episode is on the topic of Mastering the Mind. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of Mastering the Mind.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  13. An Analysis of the Eightfold Path | In the Buddha's Words (S3E20)

    28 minSeason 3 · Episode 20

    This episode is on the topic of an analysis of the Eightfold Path Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of an analysis of the Eightfold Path

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  14. Why does one enter the path? | In the Buddha's Words (S3E19)

    23 minSeason 3 · Episode 19

    This episode is on the topic of why does one enter the path? Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of why does one enter the path?

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  15. The Danger In Views & The Perils of Samsara - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E18)

    19 minSeason 3 · Episode 18

    This episode is on the topics the danger in views and the perils of samsara Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topics the danger in views and the perils of samsara

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  16. Life is Short and Fleeting - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E17)

    20 minSeason 3 · Episode 17

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the …

    Show notes

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  17. The Pitfalls in Sensual Pleasures - In The Buddha's Words (S3E16)

    18 minSeason 3 · Episode 16

    This episode is on the topic of the pitfalls of sensual pleasures. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the pitfalls of sensual pleasures.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  18. Gratification, Danger and Escape - In The Buddha's Words (S3E15)

    24 minSeason 3 · Episode 15

    This episode is on the topic of Gratification, Danger and Escape. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of Gratification, Danger and Escape.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  19. Moral Discipline - In The Buddha's Words (S3E14)

    18 minSeason 3 · Episode 14

    This episode is on the topic of Moral Discipline. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of Moral Discipline.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  20. Merit: The Key to Good Fortune - In The Buddha's Words (S3E12)

    21 minSeason 3 · Episode 12

    This episode is on the topic of merit: the key to good fortune. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of merit: the key to good fortune.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  21. The Way to a Fortunate Rebirth - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E11)

    29 minSeason 3 · Episode 11

    This episode is on the topic of the way to a fortunate rebirth. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the way to a fortunate rebirth.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  22. Bringing Peace to the Community - In The Buddha's Words (S3E11)

    36 minSeason 3 · Episode 11

    This episode is on the topic of Bringing Peace to the Community Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of Bringing Peace to the Community

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Sujato and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  23. Present Welfare, Future Welfare - In the Buddha’s Words (S03E10)

    19 minSeason 3 · Episode 10

    This episode is on the topic of present welfare and future welfare. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of present welfare and future welfare.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  24. Happiness Visible In This Present Life - In The Buddha's Words (S3E09)

    23 minSeason 3 · Episode 9

    This episode is on the topic of happiness visible in this present life. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of happiness visible in this present life.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  25. Approaching the Dhamma - In the Buddha's Words (S3E08)

    42 minSeason 3 · Episode 8

    This episode is on the topic of “approaching the Dhamma”. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of “approaching the Dhamma”.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  26. The Decision to Teach - In the Buddha's Words (S3E07)

    24 minSeason 3 · Episode 7

    This episode is on the topic of the Buddha’s decision to teach. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of the Buddha’s decision to teach.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  27. The Quest for Enlightenment - In the Buddha’s Words (S06E06)

    47 minSeason 3 · Episode 6

    This episode describes the Bodhisatta’s quest for enlightenment. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode describes the Bodhisatta’s quest for enlightenment.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  28. The Bringer of Light - In the Buddha’s Words (S3E05)

    14 minSeason 3 · Episode 5

    This episode is about the Bringer of Light. The arising of a Buddha in the world. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words …

    Show notes

    This episode is about the Bringer of Light. The arising of a Buddha in the world.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  29. Without Discoverable Beginning - In the Buddha’s Words

    11 minSeason 3 · Episode 4

    This episode is on the topic ‘Without Discoverable Beginning’. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic ‘Without Discoverable Beginning’.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

  30. A World In Turmoil - In The Buddha's Words (S03E03)

    9 minSeason 3 · Episode 3

    This episode is on the topic of a world in turmoil. Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses …

    Show notes

    This episode is on the topic of a world in turmoil.

    Season 3 of the Buddha’s Wisdom Podcast is based on the anthology structure provided in Bhikkhu Bodhi’s “In the Buddha’s Words - an anthology of discourses from the Pali Canon”. The translations from the original Pali are by Bhikkhu Bodhi and can be sourced from Sutta Central which uses a Creative Commons Licence for its translations.

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