San Sarv Bi Pm Tf 44 Ss 1Matchmaking
Pāli / Sanskrit:Sañcaritta
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Explanation of the Sañcaritta Discourse (The Discourse on Connection)
Background
The Sañcaritta discourse is found in the Vinaya Piṭaka, the basket that sets forth the precepts and self-discipline for Buddhist monks and nuns. This is the earliest of the Three Baskets, compiled by the Buddha Śākyamuni and the venerable elders at the Great Council of the Dharma after his nirvana.
The title "Matchmaking" or "Connection" (Sañcaritta) relates to rules concerning communication and relationships among members of the Sangha. This discourse does not speak of marriage or giving a daughter in marriage in the worldly sense, but of connecting, linking, and arranging common affairs within the monastic community. It is part of the Bhikkhuṇī Pātimokkha, the code of precepts for Bhikkhunīs, or the regulations related to shared activities of the Sangha.
The historical background shows that this discourse was raised when the Buddha and the great elders noticed a lack of cooperation, dishonesty, or inappropriate actions in the way bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs interacted with one another, especially in arranging collective work or shared practice events.
Main Content
The Sañcaritta discourse stipulates that bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs must not take part in "pairing" or arranging connections for their own special benefit or to create unintended conditions. More specifically, actions such as acting as an intermediary, bringing opinions together deceptively, or creating conditions for other individuals to connect with one another for a purpose other than practicing the path are violations of the spirit of the precepts.
This discourse emphasizes that every action and every word within the Sangha community must arise from a settled mind and wholehearted orientation toward awakening. If a bhikkhu or bhikkhunī takes part in "joining" relationships in order to create advantage, seek personal gain, or even create impure connections, this violates the code of precepts and reflects practice that is not yet pure.
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