And what is accomplishment in generosity? It’s when a gentleman lives at home with heart rid of the stain of stinginess, freely generous, open-handed, loving to let go, committed to charity, loving to give and to share. This is called accomplishment in generosity.

And what is accomplishment in wisdom? It’s when a gentleman is wise. He has the wisdom of arising and passing away which is noble, penetrative, and leads to the complete ending of suffering. This is called accomplishment in wisdom.

These are the four things that lead to the welfare and happiness of a gentleman in lives to come.

They’re enterprising in the workplace,

diligent in managing things,

they balance their finances,

and preserve their wealth.

Faithful, accomplished in ethics,

bountiful, rid of stinginess,

they always purify the path

to well-being in lives to come.

And so these eight qualities

of a faithful householder of discernment

are declared by the one who is truly named

to lead to happiness in both spheres,

welfare and benefit in this life,

and happiness in lives to come.

This is how, for a householder,

merit grows by generosity.”

Numbered Discourses 8.56 6. Gotamī Danger