Preached at Bhaddiya to the daughters of
Uggaha Mendakanattā just before their marriage.
- A wife should rise betimes before her husband, and sleep after him;
- she should respect his wishes,
- give him pleasure and be of sweet speech.
- His parents and elders and all those whom he holds in esteem, should she
reverence and honour;
- she should be skilful in all the duties of the household;
- she should look after the servants in the house and supervise their
duties, provide them with all necessaries and be kind and helpful to them;
- she should safeguard her husband's interests and look after his wealth;
she should be of virtuous conduct in every way.
A.iii.36ff.
