June 5, 2024 at 3:36 pm
#50084
Keymaster
Yes. However, I am not sure what type of “illnesses” those three Theros suffered. Furthermore, the Buddha did not use “supernormal powers.” He only advised them on the benefits of satta bojjhaṅga cultivation.
- There are many instances of the Buddha suffering from backaches. Once, the Devadatta injured him, and he was treated by the physician Ajivaka.
- Then there was another instance where an Arahant had some illness that was not curable. He got permission from the Buddha to commit suicide.