This chapter contains discourses that explore sets of nine qualities, concepts, or principles that are essential to the Buddha's teachings. Each sutta examines groups such as the nine progressive abodes, the nine causes of resentment, or the nine kinds of people. These teachings highlight the interconnection and significance of these elements in the practice of the Dhamma. The "Book of Nines" offers profound insights into how these grouped qualities work together to foster spiritual growth and insight on the way of practice to enlightenment.
The Book of the Nines
The Buddha explains to Sutavā, the wanderer, that an arahant is incapable of transgressing in nine ways.
Nine reflections by which a Bhikkhu can know that their mind is thoroughly cultivated with wisdom.
Venerable Sāriputta clarifies on a teaching on how liberation is to be verified. He shares a simile of the stone pillar.