Lzh Sarv Bu Pm 2 Sk 56Receiving Respectfully
Pāli / Sanskrit:Sakkaccapaṭiggahaṇa
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The Sakkaccapaṭiggahaṇa Scripture (Receiving Respectfully)
Context
The Sakkaccapaṭiggahaṇa scripture is recorded in the Vinaya Piṭaka of the Early Buddhist tradition, specifically among the regulations on ethics and conduct for renunciants. The Vinaya Piṭaka is the foundation for governing the Sangha community, regulating in detail how bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs live, practice, and study.
The term "sakkaccapaṭiggahaṇa" means "receiving respectfully, carefully, sincerely" (sakkacca = respectful, careful; paṭiggahaṇa = receiving, accepting). This scripture concerns the basic principles governing how monastics should receive requisites, instruction, and guidance from eminent elders. This is not merely an administrative or social matter, but an expression of respect for the Dharma, humility, and a genuine attitude of practice.
Main Content
The Sakkaccapaṭiggahaṇa scripture emphasizes that when receiving anything — whether necessary requisites, teachings of the Buddha Dharma, or instructions in practice — bhikkhus must do so with an attitude of respect and care. "Respect" (sakkacca) here is not empty formality, but reflects a clear, attentive state of mind with distinct awareness of the value of what is being received.
The specific content of this scripture relates to Vinaya rules: when receiving items such as robes, an alms bowl, or other means of livelihood, the practitioner must receive them with gratitude and with the awareness that these are conditions for practicing the Dharma, not things to be accumulated or used without measure. Similarly, when receiving teachings from a teacher or from the scriptures, one must always maintain a mind ready to learn, sincere, without doubt or distraction.
The Vinaya Piṭaka also reminds us that the manner of receiving reflects the depth of practice.
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