Lzh Mu Bi Pm Ss 6Ekarattivippavāsa
Pāli / Sanskrit:Ekarattivippavāsa
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The Ekarattivippavāsa Sutta: Separation for One Night
Background
Ekarattivippavāsa (Pāli: ekaratti = one night; vippavāsa = separation, absence) is a sutta belonging to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Theravāda Buddhist tradition. This sutta centers on regulations related to the discipline of the Sangha, specifically issues of absence and the interval of time between acts of practice.
In the context of the Theravāda tradition, the Vinaya Piṭaka is regarded as the foundation of collective practice. The regulations in the Vinaya Piṭaka are not arbitrary restrictions, but practical guidance intended to protect the integrity of the Sangha and promote the spiritual development of monastics. Ekarattivippavāsa refers to a specific case in the management of discipline and conduct within the religious community.
Main Content
The Ekarattivippavāsa Sutta deals with the issue of absence for a certain period of time—specifically one night—and its consequences for the status and responsibilities of a monk or bhikkhunī within the community of practice.
According to the regulations in the Vinaya Piṭaka, if a member of the Sangha is absent for this period, certain legal or disciplinary matters may arise. This sutta clarifies the necessary conditions for maintaining order, ensuring that each individual clearly understands his or her responsibilities within the community.
This reflects the philosophy of the Vinaya Piṭaka: discipline is not meant to create hardship, but to create an environment that supports true practice. The regular presence and participation of each member are necessary to maintain harmony (samaggi) in the Sangha, an indispensable factor for the flourishing of the Dharma.
Practical Meaning
Although Ekarattivippavāsa is a specific regulation in the Vinaya Piṭaka, its deeper meaning still warns modern monastics about the importance of commitment and continuous participation in the monastic life.
The concept of “separation for one night” symbolizes the danger of interruption in spiritual practice.
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