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for me, the highlight of the Mahanama Sutta is the Buddha's compassion

there is Mahanama, a faithful lay follower (but contrary to dubious commentary, not appearing to be a stream enterer)

Mahanama has fears about dying with mind without mindfulness & clear comprehension

Buddha assures Mahanama with compassion & sets Mahamana's mind free from fear


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Buddha taught there are three kinds of gifts:

(1) the gift of material gifts & helpful acts;

(2) the gift of fearlessness (safety)

(3) the gift of equality

Buddha has gifted 'no fear', to a faithful friend, uplifting his mind with some liberation from 'self' obsession