Sense Restraint | Self Control | Indriya Samvara | AN Eights #9 'Nanda Sutta'| Ajahn Dhammasiha

Dhammagiri Buddhist Podcasts · Sep 21, 2026 · 27m

The Buddha's half-brother Venerable Nanda was the foremost bhikkhu disciple in terms of sense restraint.

He was attractive, handsome, strong and had a natural inclination to intense sensual desire, which caused him major struggles in the beginning of his monk's life.

He overcame his difficulties through:

Sense Restraint (Indriya Saṃvara)

Knowing the right amount when eating (Bhojanasmiṃ Mattaññutā)

Dedication to Wakefulness (Jāgariyaṃ Anuyutta)

Mindfulness and Clear Comprehension (Sati Sampajañña)

Anguttara Nikāya / Numerical Discourse, Eights, No 9 'Nanda Sutta'

See also:

Saṃyutta Nikāya /…