All people are equal before the teachings of the Buddha. As the Buddha’s disciple, a commoner is equal to a great king. In terms of potential influence, however, a commoner’s resolution to attain Perfect Enlightenment cannot be compared to a king’s. Therefore the Buddha Thunder Voice Constellation King of Wisdom was delighted with King Resplendent’s resolution to seek Perfect Enlightenment and immediately predicted his Perfect Enlightenment.

A leader who has a large following should believe in a right faith. But he should not force it on those under him. If he can handle them with virtue and dignity based on his faith, his fine personality will surely have a good effect on them, just as perfume smells good to everyone in its vicinity.