Mpt Pc 56Living With an Ejected Monastic
Pāli / Sanskrit:Ukkhittasambhoga
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The Ukkhittasambhoga Discourse: Living With an Expelled Bhikkhu
Background
The Ukkhittasambhoga discourse belongs to the Pātimokkha, the core of the Vinaya in the Theravāda tradition. It is one of the rules of communal living connected with disciplinary issues among monks and nuns. The Pāli "Ukkhitta" means "expelled" or "set aside," while "Sambhoga" refers to living together, sharing property, and daily life. This discourse was taught in order to maintain harmony and ethics in the monastic community.
In the context of Sangha life, observing the Pātimokkha is the foundation of harmonious communal living. When a member violates the rules and is expelled by the community (ukkhepana), questions arise about living together: can other bhikkhus continue to share food, lodging, and communal property with that person? This discourse clearly determines how to handle these complex situations, ensuring that discipline does not lead to disorder but instead helps the expelled person recognize their fault.
Main Content
The rule on living with one who has been expelled states that a bhikkhu or bhikkhunī who has been expelled should not share property, food, or basic facilities with other members of the community. However, this isolation is not a heartless punishment, but an educational means with a clear purpose.
The prohibition on sharing compels the expelled person to reflect on their action. It creates a quiet space to remind them of the consequences of violating the bhikkhu vows. This rule applies fairly, without distinction: whether an elder bhikkhu or one newly ordained, if the community has decided on expulsion, they must accept the same isolation.
The discourse also notes that the process of expulsion must be carried out according to proper formal procedure and the consent of the community, not as an individual act. This protects both the community and the individual from hasty or biased decisions.
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