Paranimmitavasavattī untranslated

Paranimmitavasavattī. A class of Devas, inhabitants of the highest stage of the sensuous universe (kāmaloka). They are described as “beings who desire the creation of others, in order to get them into their power.” E.g., AN.i.210, etc.; SN.v.410, 423; DN.ii.91; iii.218.

The Commentary explains that the objects of their desires are created by other Devas who know their weakness, just as a cook, knowing the king’s favourite dishes, will prepare them for him (DN­a.iii.1001; Iti-a. 243 f.; see also MNid-a.109; Paṭis-a.441; Vibh­a.519). It adds that, according to some authorities, their desires are fulfilled by a mere look, a smile, an embrace, but this statement is rejected by the ancient Commentary.