Lzh Sarv Bi Vb Np 22Swapping Robes
Pāli / Sanskrit:Cīvaraparivattana
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Sutra on Exchanging Robes (Cīvaraparivattana)
Background
The Cīvaraparivattana Sutra belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Pāli Canon of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition. It is one of the detailed regulations governing the life of practice of monks, especially concerning the management and use of robes, one of the basic possessions of a renunciant.
In the time of the Buddha, monks often encountered situations in which it was necessary to exchange or change their robes. This might be because a robe was damaged, or for another practical reason. However, to avoid confusion, disputes, or abuse of the right to use common property, the Buddha established specific rules regulating this act. The Cīvaraparivattana Sutra is the record of these rules, reflecting the spirit of discipline and responsibility in the Sangha.
Main Content
The rule on exchanging robes (cīvaraparivattana) aims to protect the rightful interests of each monk and maintain fairness in the community. According to the Vinaya rules, exchanging robes is not an arbitrary act but must follow certain conditions.
First, exchanging robes is to be carried out formally only when witnessed by or reported to the Sangha. This ensures that there is no ambiguity or dispute about ownership and use. If a monk wishes to exchange his robe with the robe of another monk, both sides need to agree, and the act is to be carried out openly.
Second, this rule also concerns ensuring that such exchanges do not produce negative consequences for the Sangha. If a monk does not have a suitable robe to wear, exchanging robes is a reasonable way to solve the problem. However, such exchanges must not become a method of evading rules or abusing property.
Third, the sutra clearly states that the monks involved must observe the principles of transparency and honesty.
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