Devadharma Jataka: The True Meaning of Righteousness

Dhruvasatya Jataka

In ancient times, King Brahmadatta ruled the magnificent city of Varanasi. The Bodhisatta was born to him as his eldest son, Prince Mahisasa. When the Bodhisatta was just a toddler, a brother was born to him, named Prince Chandra. Sadly, a few years later, their mother passed away. The king eventually remarried, and his new … Read more

Cullasetthi Jataka: The Millionaire and the Dead Mouse

Dhruvasatya Jataka

Long ago, when King Brahmadatta ruled the magnificent city of Varanasi, the Bodhisatta was born into a noble family of merchants. Upon reaching adulthood, he was appointed to the high office of the state merchant and was bestowed with the title Cullasetthi. He was exceptionally wise and possessed a sharp intellect. Moreover, he had the … Read more

Serivan Jataka: The Honest Peddler and the Golden Plate

Dhruvasatya Jataka

Four eons ago, the Bodhisatta was born into a poor family in the kingdom of Seriva. In his youth, he earned his livelihood by peddling wares from door to door, and he came to be known as Serivan. In that very same kingdom lived another peddler named Seriva. One day, the Bodhisatta took Seriva along … Read more