an6.62:11.1 When I’ve comprehended the mind of an individual, I understand:
an6.62:11.2 ‘Both skillful and unskillful qualities are found in this individual.’
an6.62:11.3 After some time I encompass their mind and understand:
an6.62:11.4 ‘The unskillful qualities of this individual have vanished, but the skillful qualities are still present.
an6.62:11.5 Nevertheless, their unskillful root is unbroken, but it’s about to be totally destroyed.
an6.62:11.6 So this individual is not liable to decline in the future.’
an6.62:11.7 Suppose there were some burning coals, blazing and glowing, placed on a pile of grass or timber.
an6.62:11.8 Wouldn’t you know that those coals would grow, increase, and spread?”
an6.62:11.9 “Yes, sir.”
an6.62:11.10 “Or suppose it’s the crack of dawn and the sun is rising. Wouldn’t you know that the dark will vanish and the light appear?”
an6.62:11.11 “Yes, sir.”
an6.62:11.12 “Or suppose that it’s nearly time for the midday meal. Wouldn’t you know that the dark had vanished and the light appeared?”
an6.62:11.13 “Yes, sir.”
an6.62:11.14 “In the same way, when I’ve comprehended the mind of an individual, I understand …
an6.62:11.19 This individual is not liable to decline in the future …

