Dhammapada Verses 13 & 14 | Yamaka Vagga

13. Just as rain breaks through a poorly roofed house, lust penetrates the mind that has not been developed by calming and insight meditations.

14. Just as rain does not break through a well roofed house, lust never penetrates the mind that has been well developed by calming and insight meditations.

Dhammapada 13 & 14

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