Canonical Reference: Dhp Verified Source

“Cease to do evil, learn to do good, and cleanse your own heart: this is the clear and noble path to awakening.”

Canonical Pali Original: Sabbapāpassa akaraṇaṃ, kusalassa upasampadā; Sacittapariyodāpanaṃ, etaṃ buddhānasāsanaṃ.

— Gautam Buddha
The Awakened One, Founder of Dhamma
Historical Setting & Context:

Canonical Ovada Patimokkha summary of practical ethical awakening delivered on Magha Puja full moon.