[482] Thus have I heard. On one occasion the Blessed One was dwelling among the Sakyans at Silāvatī.
Now at that time the Venerable Samiddhi was dwelling not far from the Blessed One — heedful, ardent (ātāpī), and resolute.
Then, while the Venerable Samiddhi was alone in seclusion, this reflection arose in his mind: "It is truly a gain for me, it is truly well gained by me, that my Teacher is the Arahant, the Perfectly Enlightened One! It is truly a gain for me, it is truly well gained by me, that I have gone forth in a Dhamma and Discipline so well proclaimed! It is truly a gain for me, it is truly well gained by me, that my companions in the holy life are virtuous, of good character!"
English translation from the Pali (Siam Raṭṭha edition) — under review, not for citation.