Topic: greed

Greed is one of the three big problems of the mind that the Supreme Buddha taught us how to overcome. The other two are hatred and delusion.

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Samyutta Nikaya

SN 3.6 Appakā Sutta:
Few

Being intoxicated by wealth, becoming greedy and harming others only leads to pain. (2 minutes)

Samyutta Nikaya

SN 3.19 Paṭhama Aputtaka Sutta:
Childless 1

The Buddha explains what a person should do if they acquire great wealth. (3 minutes)

Itv 1 Lobha Sutta:
Greed

The Buddha taught us specific qualities in the mind to abandon. (1 minute)

Itv 9 Lobhapariññā Sutta:
Fully Understanding Greed

One who fully knows and fully understands greed can put an end to suffering. (1 minute)

Itv 50 Mūla Sutta:
Roots of Unwholesome

The Buddha explains the three unwholesome roots. (1 minute)

Itv 88 Antarāmala Sutta:
Inner Stains

The Buddha explains three inner stains that cause suffering. (2 minutes)

Pv 1.9 Mahāpesakāra Sutta:
Master Weaver

What happens when you insult those who give? (1 minute)

Pv 2.7 Dhanapāla Sutta:
Wealthy Dhanapāla

What can happen if we don't give and insult those who do? (3 minutes)

Pv 3.4 Bhusa Sutta:
The Hay Ghost

Greed and deceit only brings pain and suffering. (2 minutes)

Pv 4.8 Gūthakhādaka Sutta:
Excrement Eating Male Ghost

What happens when you associate with evil monks? (2 minutes)

Pv 4.15 Seṭṭhiputta Sutta:
Wealthy Sons of Wealthy Merchants

Ghosts discuss their past about not practicing generosity. (1 minute)