I thought it would be useful to put together a collection of the Buddha's (and his disciple's) teachings on teaching the dhamma and dhamma teachers so that those who feel inspired to show the way/path to others will do so, with the appropriate guidance. If you find any good sutta or other quotes on teaching please feel free to add to the pile
It might be useful for those of us who are here to learn as well, the qualities of a good teacher (which is not to say we cannot learn from practically everyone, atleast one thing), as that will be helpful in identifying true kalyanamittas.
http://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka ... .than.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;"It's not easy to teach the Dhamma to others, Ananda. The Dhamma should be taught to others only when five qualities are established within the person teaching. Which five?
"[1] The Dhamma should be taught with the thought, 'I will speak step-by-step.'
"[2] The Dhamma should be taught with the thought, 'I will speak explaining the sequence [of cause & effect].'
"[3] The Dhamma should be taught with the thought, 'I will speak out of compassion.'
"[4] The Dhamma should be taught with the thought, 'I will speak not for the purpose of material reward.'
"[5] The Dhamma should be taught with the thought, 'I will speak without hurting myself or others.'[1]
With metta
Matheesha
With metta
Matheesha