Lzh Mi Bi Vb Pc 74Pubic Hair
Pāli / Sanskrit:Sambādhaloma
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Explanation of the Sambādhaloma Sutta (Body Hair)
Background
The Sambādhaloma Sutta belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Theravāda Buddhist tradition, specifically in the Pācittiya section, rules of training concerning the conduct of bhikkhunīs. The Vinaya Piṭaka is the collection of rules and origin stories for each rule, intended to maintain discipline and cleanliness in the Sangha.
The title "Sambādhaloma" in Pāli has a meaning related to bodily care, especially hair on the body. This is a small but important detail concerning rules of personal hygiene and respect for the subtlety of bhikkhunī discipline. This discourse reflects the concern of the Buddha and the early disciples with maintaining dignified standards in daily action.
Main Content
In the context of the subtle rule on bodily conduct (kāya-saṃvara), the Sambādhaloma Sutta mentions rules related to removing body hair. Specifically, bhikkhunīs are instructed in appropriate ways to care for personal hygiene, including trimming or removing hair that should not be kept.
The important point of this discourse lies in the principle that this action must be performed in a dignified and proper manner, without causing injury to the body. The Buddha does not completely prohibit bodily care; instead, he guides reasonable ways that do not become entangled in greed or thoughts about appearance. Removing body hair is regarded as part of maintaining cleanliness and adapting to the lifestyle of a practitioner.
This discourse also reflects the principle of the "Middle Way" (Majjhimā Paṭipadā), avoiding the extremes between indulging the body (bhoga-sukhallikānuyoga) and excessive self-mortification (ātma-kilamathānuyoga). Care of the body must be reasonable and moderate, not overly focused on appearance, but also not neglecting hygiene.
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