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mettā sutras

Here are some well-known Buddhist sutras that focus on mettā (loving-kindness), along with links to their English and Chinese translations where available:

Mettā Sutra

Description: This is one of the most famous discourses on loving-kindness. The Buddha taught it to protect monastics from fear and inspire goodwill toward all beings.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral (scroll to find the Chinese translation)

Kakacupama Sutra

Description: This sutra emphasizes patience and loving-kindness even under severe adversity, presenting a powerful example of how to cultivate mettā in challenging circumstances.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral

Karaniya Mettā Sutra

Description: Often recited in Buddhist practice, this sutra offers a step-by-step guide on how to cultivate loving-kindness towards oneself and others.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral

Mettā Nisamsa Sutra

Description: This sutra describes the benefits that arise from the practice of mettā, such as peaceful sleep, joyful dreams, and a serene life.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral

Cunda Kammaraputta Sutra

Description: The Buddha advises the layman Cunda on practicing the four immeasurables, including mettā, as a way of achieving liberation.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral

Samyutta Nikaya 46.54

Description: This is part of the connected discourses on the development of loving-kindness meditation to counter negative emotions and cultivate happiness.

English: SuttaCentral

Chinese: SuttaCentral