Before introducing the story about greed, Chapter 47 carefully sets the stage for the listeners. It first links the narrative flow to the previous chapter's story about the goats. The author then explicitly asks listeners to pay attention to a new story that will show how the "extreme state of greed for wealth leads to a downfall." According to Chapter 47, this story is inspired by Sai's own merciful glance. The author encourages readers to focus on the inner meaning to achieve fulfillment and reassures them that with a protector like Sai, who is compared to a wish-fulfilling tree, there is no lack of nectar-like stories to enjoy.
Chapter 47 mentions a forthcoming story about greed. What context and preparation does the author provide for the reader before telling this story?
📖 Chapter 47