Lzh Sarv Bu Pm 2 Pc 86Upholstery
Pāli / Sanskrit:Tūlonaddha
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TŪLONADDHA SUTTA
Background
This discourse is recorded in the Vinaya Piṭaka of the Theravāda tradition, specifically in the Pupphi Samanta, supplementary regulations. It concerns the management of monastery property and the requisites needed for the life of practice of bhikkhus. The background arose when the Buddha and the Sangha were living in monasteries and practitioners needed to use materials to protect and maintain comfort for the process of practice.
The term "tūlonaddha" means "things covered with cotton fiber or cloth," referring to furnishings, cushions, pillows, mattresses, and items used to equip living quarters, especially those made with cotton fiber or sewn fabric. This is one of the issues of practice related to moderation in the use of material things.
Main Content
According to the legal regulation, bhikkhus are permitted to possess basic requisites necessary for practice: robes, alms bowl, and water strainer. However, materials outside the seven essential requisites, especially items containing cotton fiber or sewn fabric, must be handled according to the principle of moderation and without excessive accumulation.
The discourse states that materials covered or sewn from cotton fiber are not to be accumulated without restraint. If a bhikkhu possesses too many items beyond what is permitted, this violates the spirit of celibate practice and non-possession. Items such as pillows and cushions may be used if needed for health, but they must not become a source of craving or attachment.
The key point is balance: the Buddha-Dharma does not completely forbid reasonable comfort, because the body of the practitioner must be cared for in order to have enough strength for mental practice. But these items should not become the center of attention or give rise to desire.
Practical Meaning
The rule concerning covered objects reflects a fundamental principle of Theravāda Buddhism: these are disciplines that guide the practitioner on the path of liberation from greed, hatred, and delusion.
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