The Buddhist scriptures tell us there are eight objections to living in a house:
it is a lot of trouble to build;
it must be kept in repair;
some nobleman might seize it;
too many people may want to live in or visit it;
it makes the body tender;
it provides concealment for committing evil deeds;
it causes pride of ownership,
and it harbors lice and bugs.

There are ten advantages, on the other hand, in residing under a tree:
it can be found with ease;
it can be found in any locality;
the sight of falling leaves is a reminder of the impermanence of life;
a tree arouses no covetous thoughts;
it affords no opportunity for evil deeds;
it is not received from any person;
it is inhabited by good spirits;
it needs no fence;
it promotes health;
it does not involve worldly attachments.

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