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Right Speech

Sacacṃ ve amatā vācā

Thai script: สจฺจํ เว อมตา วาจา

Phonetic Reading: สัด-จัง เว อะ-มะ-ตา วา-จา

“Truthful speech is immortal speech.”

Thai: “วาจาสัตย์เป็นวาจาไม่ตาย”

Tipitaka Canonical Source & Context

Canonical Reference:

สํ. ส. ๑๕/๓๑๗

Words grounded in ultimate truth withstand the erosion of time; though speakers pass away, honest words remain an enduring guidance.

Word-by-Word Pali Vocabulary Breakdown

Pali Word	Phonetic	Thai Meaning	English Meaning
Sacacṃ สจฺจํ	สัด-จัง	ความจริง, วาจาสัตย์	Truth, truthfulness
Ve เว	เว	แท้จริง	Indeed, truly
Amatā อมตา	อะ-มะ-ตา	ไม่ตาย, อมตะ	Immortal, deathless
Vācā วาจา	วา-จา	คำพูด, วาจา	Speech, word

In-depth Commentary & Spiritual Insight

Deceit offers momentary evasion at the cost of enduring self-respect. Truth uttered gently and timely creates social harmony and mental peace.

Practical Takeaways for Daily Life

�� Speak truthfully with gentleness and goodwill.
�� Refrain from falsehood, harsh insults, malice, and idle chatter.
�� Honor promises conscientiously.

Mindfulness & Vipassana Reflection

Observe the intention before speaking, recognizing the subtle impulse of craving or conceit prompting verbal expression.

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