Lzh Mi Bi Vb Sk 74Na gulugulu
Pāli / Sanskrit:Na gulugulu
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The Na Gulugulu Sutra — Explanation of the Vinaya Pitaka
Background
The Na Gulugulu sutra is recorded in the Vinaya Pitaka of the Early tradition, specifically in the Pārivāra or appendices of rules for the path of practice. It is one of the strictest disciplinary texts, concerning rules of practice and the restrictions laypeople and monastics must observe.
The historical background of this sutra comes from the time when Buddha Śākyamuni was still living. As the Dharma expanded, details concerning the lifestyle, eating, and practice of the Sangha needed to be clearly regulated in order to maintain the purity of the community of practitioners. These rules were gradually built through specific events and the faults of disciples, from which the Buddha set forth appropriate principles of conduct.
Main Content
Although the descriptive information provides the title "Na Gulugulu," the specific content of this sutra in Vietnamese translations has not yet been fully rendered. However, based on its place in the Vinaya Pitaka, it may be inferred that this is a sutra prescribing prohibitions related to eating and drinking or to unsuitable conduct.
In the Pali Vinaya Pitaka, texts in the Pārivāra section often address specific rules such as foods that may not be consumed, activities prohibited in certain seasons, and restrictions related to communication and conduct. Such texts often have titles beginning with "Na" (not permitted), followed by a description of the object or action that is prohibited.
The rules in the Vinaya Pitaka are divided into two main categories: rules of prohibition that must not be violated (Pātimokkha), and rules guiding a pure way of life (Vinaya Samantapasādika). Texts of this kind are not teachings about the Dharma itself, but practical guidance that helps monastics maintain concentration and mental purity in practice.
Practical Meaning
The deeper purpose of disciplinary texts such as Na Gulugulu is not to impose meaningless restrictions, but to create favorable conditions for practice.
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