San Mu Bu Pm GBM 3 Pc 77Leaving Without Giving Consent
Pāli / Sanskrit:Chandaṁadatvāgamana
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The Sutta on Leaving Without Asking Permission (Chandaṁadatvāgamana)
Background
This Vinaya chapter is recorded in the Vinaya Piṭaka of the Theravada tradition, specifically in the Pātimokkha, the Basic Code. It belongs to the system of regulations concerning the proper conduct of bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs in the Sangha, the monastic community.
The Vinaya Pitaka was established on the basis of specific events that occurred during the Buddha’s lifetime. When disciples violated ethical rules or disputes arose in the community, the Buddha would set forth appropriate regulations to protect the harmony of the Sangha and help monastics practice according to the Dharma. The Chandaṁadatvāgamana sutta is one of the regulations related to respect and cooperation in the monastic community.
Main Content
This Vinaya chapter states that a bhikkhu should not leave a residence or abandon a communal task of the Sangha without asking permission or giving prior notice. Specifically, when a monastic intends to change residence, wishes to give up responsibilities assigned to them, or intends to separate from a group of monastics, that person must ask the consent (chanda) of junior members or of the collective Sangha, depending on the nature of the situation.
This asking for permission is not a form of begging or flattery, but an expression of respect for the collective rule. Prior notice helps the Sangha know the personnel situation, arrange necessary tasks, and ensure that no one is surprised or placed in difficulty by a sudden departure.
This rule teaches monastics discipline and collective responsibility. It reflects the spirit of the Sangha, a community built on the foundation of mutual respect, transparency, and accountability to the group. Leaving without asking permission is regarded as a disrespectful act that can damage communal harmony.
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