The novice referred to here is the seven-year old Sopaka. He was questioned by the Buddha. It is not a matter for surprise that a child of such tender years can give profound answers to these questions. One has heard of infant prodigies. (3)
NOTES:
1. Also known as ‘Kumaro Panha’, Questions to be answered by the Young One. Khp. 2; cf. A. v. 50 ff; 55 ff.
2. See notes at the end of the book.
3. Vide Encyclopaedia Britannica. Inc., 1955, II. p. 389. Also read The Case for Rebirth. Francis Story. Wheel 12-13. Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka.
