The Noble Truth of Suffering : Metaphors for the importance of the Aggregates of Clinging
The Soil of the Earth: Just as the soil is prerequisite for the growth of all forms of plant life the aggregates of Clinging are prerequisite to the arising of all other forms of suffering
The Benefits of Mixing with The Wise:
A person who keeps the company of wise ones has:1. A clear, bright mind and is able to perform good deeds