Lzh Sarv Bu Pm Sk 45Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma
Pāli / Sanskrit:Na vikṣiptikākṛtā pravekṣyāma
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Explanation of the Na Vikṣiptikākṛtā Pravekṣyāma Sutta
Context
The Na Vikṣiptikākṛtā Pravekṣyāma Sutta belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka in the Early Buddha-Dharma tradition and is part of the teaching on the discipline of monks and nuns. The title of this sutta, meaning "We shall not enter into scattered things," reflects a basic principle of the Early Buddha-Dharma: concentration and precise direction in practice.
The Vinaya Piṭaka was arranged to guide the community of monks and nuns, the Sangha, to live according to rules and wholesome conduct. This section in particular belongs to the field of discipline, where teachers instruct younger practitioners in how to practice correctly and avoid actions that scatter the mind or deviate from the path of practice.
The historical context shows that the Buddha frequently adjusted rules to fit the circumstances of the community of seekers. This sutta reflects his deep concern for internal discipline, not for the sake of formality, but from the understanding that a scattered mind cannot attain liberation (Nirvāṇa).
Main Content
The Na Vikṣiptikākṛtā Pravekṣyāma Sutta emphasizes the rule that actions, speech, or intentions should not be those that lead to distraction or deviation in practice. "Scattered" (vikṣipta) here is not only mental restlessness, but any action capable of causing the practitioner or community to deviate from the noble goal of the Dharma.
According to the Vinaya tradition, monks and nuns are encouraged to enter into actions that have a clear purpose and are verified by the Buddha or by those endowed with sufficient wisdom. What is not recognized, or what is arbitrary and unclear, is regarded as an obstacle (avaraṇa) on the path of practice. This sutta therefore reminds us that the mind should not be pulled along by meaningless activities.
For students of the Buddha-Dharma, this is especially important. Every action of a monk or nun, whether great or small, must be accompanied by clear awareness of the purpose of practice.
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