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Lesson 3.8.10 Pātālasuttaṃ - How to Endure Negative Experiences and Realize Proper Comprehension of Dukkha?
The Buddha describes how an average person in general reacts when encountering unpleasant sensations or worrisome situations which he labels as pātāla – proclivity, cliff, abyss – and how such responses prolong the circle of misery. But on the other hand, the Buddha likewise highlights how someone who follows his teaching –sutavā– can break this cycle to gain a foothold –gādhañca ajjhagā– and be relieved of dukkha. Further quotes from the Cūḷavedallasutta illuminate “What is pleasant and what is painful in regard to pleasant sensation? What is painful and what is pleasant in regard to painful sensation?” Its clarification leads to a summing up and elucidation by the Buddha. Explore the lesson to see what he says.