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The reason is terrible. In truth, this world is a prison. Therefore, wise men never have attachment (āsakti) to it. ||8||
Great anger is like a terrible vulture, the restless jackal is like avarice, and the owl, like Cupid, wanders freely, making a harsh sound. ||9||
The fire of sorrow burns there, and the heap of ashes of disgrace is spread all around. Therefore, where is the beauty in this world, which is like a cremation ground? Nowhere at all. ||9||
The shadow of wealth is like the shadow of a poisonous tree, which increases the intoxication of the senses. The lust of women is like the pollen of that poisonous tree, which causes great harm. ||10||
The taste of the fruits of this world is like the poison of hell, which causes a multitude of diseases. Therefore, the wise should not be attached to this world, which is full of poison. ||10||
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