Topic: heaven

The Supreme Buddha saw that there are heavenly realms where beings experience great happiness. He also saw that beings are reborn there because of the good actions they had done in previous lives.

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Itv 21 Pasannacitta Sutta:
The Confident Mind

Having a pleasant mind at the time of death will lead one to be born in a heavenly world. (2 minutes)

Itv 22 Māpuññabhāyi Sutta:
Do Not Fear Merit

The Buddha explains the results of developing a mind of loving kindness for seven years. (2 minutes)

Itv 33 Bhaddakasīla Sutta:
Good Behavior

A person with good behaviour and good views will be reborn in heaven. (1 minute)

Itv 71 Sammāditthisamādāna Sutta:
Right View

The Buddha, through his divine eye sees what happens to those who engage in good conduct. (2 minutes)

Itv 82 Devasadda Sutta:
Divine Sounds

The Buddha explains when and why three divine sounds are sound from time to time. (2 minutes)

Itv 83 Pubbanimitta Sutta:
Omens

The Buddha explains the signs before a god is about to pass away from heaven, and what other gods say to encourage him. (3 minutes)

Itv 106 Sabrahmaka Sutta:
With Brahma

The Buddha explains the value of children taking care of their parents. (2 minutes)

Vv 1.1 Paṭhama Pīṭha Sutta:
Throne Mansion

Arahant Moggallana asks a deva about previous good karma. (1 minute)

Vv 3.8 Mallikā Sutta:
Mallika’s Mansion

Can offerings to the Supreme Buddha after his passing away still give good results? (2 minutes)