Lzh Mu Bu Vb Sk 8Evenly All Around (2nd)
Pāli / Sanskrit:Dutiyaparimaṇḍala
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Explanation of the Dutiyaparimaṇḍala Sutta
Background
The Dutiyaparimaṇḍala Sutta, the Second Circle, belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Theravāda tradition, a part of the code of discipline for bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs. Set in the early period of Buddhism, this sutta records disciplinary regulations issued by the Buddha in order to maintain harmony and order in the Sangha.
The title “Second Circle” (Dutiyaparimaṇḍala) can only be related to rules arranged by circles or rings, often rules concerning distance, position, or the division of space in Sangha activities. In the context of the Vinaya Piṭaka, such matters often appear during communal events, Sangha meetings, or ceremonies requiring fixed arrangements of space and the positions of members.
Main Content
Although the specific details of this sutta have not been fully translated in the descriptive information, according to the general context of the Vinaya Piṭaka and the title, this sutta may concern rules about arranging bhikkhus into “circles” or groups in collective activities, especially meetings (uposatha) or recitations of the Pātimokkha.
In the Theravāda tradition, the “circle” (parimaṇḍala) often symbolizes equality and close connection among members of the Sangha. Rules about the first circle, second circle, and so on may reflect different degrees of proximity to the center, perhaps a teacher, an abbot, or a sacred place, or different ranks based on experience in practice.
This sutta may also refer to requirements regarding safe distance or procedures during assemblies of the Sangha, ensuring that every member is recognized according to their proper degree and follows the principles of internal order.
Practical Meaning
The regulations in Dutiyaparimaṇḍala reflect the Buddha’s concern in maintaining discipline and consistency in the Sangha.
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