San Sarv Bi Pm Tf 3215 Pj 7Siding With One Ejected
Pāli / Sanskrit:Ukkhittānuvattikā
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An Explanation of the Ukkhittānuvattikā Sutta (Following One Who Has Been Expelled)
Background
The Ukkhittānuvattikā Sutta belongs to the Pārajika section (pārājika: grave offenses leading to expulsion from the Sangha) in the Vinaya Pitaka of the Theravada tradition. This body of texts is recorded in the Pali Canon and focuses on the ethical regulations of the renunciant community and the serious violations that a monastic (bhikkhu) is not permitted to commit.
The term “Ukkhittānuvattikā” (ukkitta = expelled, anuvattin = one who follows or supports) refers to a situation in which a monastic has been expelled for committing a pārājika offense, and other members of the Sangha still maintain association with or support that expelled person. This is an important disciplinary matter connected with unity and respect for the decision of the Sangha.
The historical background of this sutta reflects the early stages of the Buddhist Sangha, when rules of training were established to maintain purity and internal discipline.
Main Content
The sutta speaks of the principle that when a monastic has been expelled by the Sangha or by elders because of committing one of the four pārājika offenses (connected with life, shaving or sexual misconduct as stated in the source text, property, and false claims regarding spiritual practice), other members of the Sangha are not permitted to maintain normal relations with that expelled person.
Specifically, the sutta states that “following” (anuvattin), continuing to support, sharing meals, or maintaining ordinary communication with one who has been expelled is not in keeping with the spirit of the Sangha. Such an act is regarded as an offense because it weakens the common disciplinary decision and causes division within the community.
However, the sutta also gives guidance on appropriate handling: if the expelled person shows remorse and truly wishes to reform, the Sangha may consider reinstatement (abhaya, restoration of status). This process must be carried out through formal steps, with the witnessing and consent of the Sangha.
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