hell or the animal realm. Do you reside in Sālavatikā?” “Yes, worthy Gotama.” “Lohicca, suppose someone were to say: ‘The brahmin Lohicca resides in Sālavatikā. He alone should enjoy the revenues produced in Sālavatikā and not share them with anyone else.’ Would the one who spoke like that make it difficult for those whose living depends on you or not?” “They would, worthy Gotama.” “But is someone who creates difficulties for others acting kindly or unkindly?” What do you think, Lohicca?