Sutta that explains the 8 precepts
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Sutta that explains the 8 precepts
So I have heard numerous secondary sources explaining the various reasons for the 8 precepts. Is there is an actual sutta that explains the reason for each of the 8 precepts? (besides simply that the arahants of the past all followed them)
"Do not have blind faith, but also no blind criticism" - the 14th Dalai Lama
"The Blessed One has set in motion the unexcelled Wheel of Dhamma that cannot be stopped by brahmins, devas, Maras, Brahmas or anyone in the cosmos." -Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta
"The Blessed One has set in motion the unexcelled Wheel of Dhamma that cannot be stopped by brahmins, devas, Maras, Brahmas or anyone in the cosmos." -Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta