Lzh Mi Bu Pm Sk 12Well-Covered (2nd)
Pāli / Sanskrit:Dutiyasuppaṭicchanna
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Dutiyasuppaṭicchanna Sutta — The Second Matter of Being Well Covered
Background
The Dutiyasuppaṭicchanna Sutta, the Second Matter of Being Well Covered, belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Theravāda Buddhist tradition and is part of the regulations concerning the ethics and discipline of bhikkhus. Its content is related to behaviors requiring concealment or modest covering in practice, especially activities or attitudes that could create misunderstanding or bring shame upon the monastic community. The sutta is analyzed in detail in the context of the Pātimokkha, the rules each bhikkhu must observe.
In the Vinaya Piṭaka, matters related to being “well covered” (suppaṭicchanna) are not encouragements to conceal the truth, but proper understanding of actions that should be performed discreetly in order to avoid disturbance or negative effects on the image of the Sangha. This is a balance between observing discipline and protecting the common benefit of the community of practice.
Main Content
The Dutiyasuppaṭicchanna Sutta refers to situations in which bhikkhus need to act carefully and discreetly. Specifically, the sutta discusses cases in which bhikkhus should not allow their actions to be seen or publicly noticed, especially when those actions, although not violations of the discipline, may create suspicion or misunderstanding in the minds of those who do not understand the Buddha-Dharma.
For example, a bhikkhu may work or move in such a way as not to attract unnecessary attention, especially in activities related to the body or tasks that could be misunderstood. This is not for concealing the truth or acting deceitfully, but for preserving purity and avoiding unwarranted suspicions from society outside.
The sutta emphasizes that discreet action is part of high discipline in practice. It is an expression of respect for the discipline, for the Sangha, and for those who seek truth through the Buddha’s teaching.
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