Lzh Mu Bi Pm Sk 94Na kholaśirase
Pāli / Sanskrit:Na kholaśirase
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The Na kholaśirase Sutta (Nan Kholasirase)
Background
The Na kholaśirase Sutta belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Theravāda tradition, within the Pātimokkha or basic training rules of the Sangha. The Vinaya Piṭaka is the foundation for governing the monastic community, established by the Buddha Gotama after his awakening, in order to maintain pure discipline in the Sangha.
The venerable Na kholaśirase (or Nanda Khujjavisara in some versions) was an early bhikkhu who displayed conduct not in accord with the spirit of practice. His story is often cited to illustrate Dhamma rules related to the attitudes, actions, and responsibilities of those practicing within the noble Sangha. This sutta records a specific event in the early history of the Buddhist community, when regulations of deportment were established to protect the integrity of the path of practice.
Main Content
According to the records in the Vinaya Piṭaka, Na kholaśirase was a bhikkhu whose conduct was not in accord with the promise of going forth. He did not observe the basic teachings of the Buddhadharma, specifically the rules concerning restraint in action, speech, and thought. His conduct was recognized by the Sangha and brought to judgment according to the disciplinary principles of the Pātimokkha.
The case of Na kholaśirase reflects an important principle in the Vinaya Piṭaka: not all who go forth are able to maintain the independence of mind and purity of mind required. The Buddhadharma acknowledges that practice is a difficult path, requiring continuous effort and deep dedication. Scriptures concerning bhikkhus such as Na kholaśirase are not meant to criticize, but to educate, helping companions recognize obstacles and the way to overcome them.
The regulations related to this case establish clear boundaries for the conduct of bhikkhus, protecting not only the individual but also the Sangha as a whole. The Vinaya Piṭaka emphasizes that the noble Sangha must maintain a high standard of ethics in order to fulfill effectively the task of transmitting the Buddhadharma.
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