Lzh Sarv Bu Pm 2 Sk 38Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma
Pāli / Sanskrit:Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma
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The Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma Scripture
Context
This scripture belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka of the Early Buddhist tradition, the most important legal and disciplinary part of the Tipiṭaka. The title "Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma" may be translated as "We shall not admit those whose minds are unfocused" or "We shall not receive those whose minds are scattered."
The Vinaya Piṭaka was compiled after Buddha Śākyamuni entered nirvana by senior disciples under the guidance of Mahā Kassapa at the First Council. This work records rules, principles of practice, and discipline for nuns and bhikkhus in order to maintain the purity of the Sangha and ensure the purity of the Dharma.
This scripture, number 38, focuses on an essential aspect of Buddhism: mental concentration (samādhi) and mental preparation for entering the monastic life of the Sangha body.
Main Content
This scripture states clearly the principle for selecting those who wish to enter the Sangha. The main theme is not worldly achievement or power, but the state of mind of the candidate. The framing of "unfocused mind" (vikṣipta-citta) refers to those who are not yet mentally ready, those still scattered among desires, anger, or delusion concerning worldly matters.
The Vinaya Piṭaka teaches that receiving a person into the Sangha is a weighty act, related to the purity of the entire community of practice. A person whose mind is scattered and who does not yet have a true resolve to go forth may become an obstacle to the progress of practice for others. Therefore, the leaders of the Sangha must exercise the utmost care when selecting candidates.
This principle does not mean rejection or discrimination, but expresses deep compassion. If a person is not yet ready, the wise will advise them to wait until their mind is truly settled and their foundation in virtue is firm.
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