The Dhammapada, one of the most cherished jewels of early Buddhist literature, contains 423 verses. These concise stanzas are arranged across 26 thematic chapters—ranging from “Twin Verses” and “On the Mind” to “The Way” and “Happiness.” Each verse distills a slice of wisdom, like little lanterns illuminating everyday life.

Even today, mindfulness apps and digital retreats often draw on Dhammapada passages to help modern seekers cut through the noise. From tweets quoting “Hatred does not cease by hatred” to Instagram stories featuring “Mind precedes all mental states,” its words remain as fresh as morning dew.