Sutta FriendsThe Arahant Mahā Kassapa organized the first council of monks after the passing away of the Supreme Buddha. He was the foremost disciple who practiced the allowable austerities.
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When a Brahmā thinks no ascetic or brahmin can come to his world, the Buddha shows him the truth. (5 minutes)
The Supreme Buddha recites the Enlightenment Factors to Arahant Mahā Kassapa to help him overcome illness. (5 minutes)
When Arahant Mahā Kassapa emerges from a 7 day meditation, he gets alms from Sakka. (3 minutes)
The Arahant Mahā Kassapa is one of the great leaders of the Saṅgha. He was the monk who practiced austerities the best. (7 minutes)