Xct Mu Bu Pm Pc 54Lying Down With One Not Fully Ordained
Pāli / Sanskrit:Anupasampannasahaseyya
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THE SUTTA ON LYING DOWN WITH ONE NOT FULLY ORDAINED
Background
This Vinaya regulation belongs to the Pātimokkha, the fundamental code of 227 rules that monastics must observe. The sutta “Anupasampannasahaseyya” appears in the context of the Buddha instructing his disciples on good conduct when living together in the Sangha. It is one of the regulations concerning communal life, intended to maintain integrity and avoid moral dangers.
The term “anupasampanna” (not fully ordained) refers to those who are still at an early stage of training or have not received formal full ordination. Such people may be novices, female novices, or virtuous persons wishing to study the Buddha-Dharma but not yet received into the Sangha. The Buddha’s prohibition against lying down together with them was not arbitrary, but arose from practical situations that occurred in the Sangha, negatively affecting reputation and discipline.
Main Content
This regulation states that bhikkhus should not lie down on the same bed or sleeping place with someone who has not received full ordination. Such conduct is regarded as a violation of one of the rules in the Pātimokkha. The reason behind the prohibition is to protect both sides: on the one hand, it protects the character and reputation of those gone forth; on the other, it also protects individuals who have not been fully trained in discipline and mind.
When living in such close proximity, unwanted situations or inappropriate conduct may arise, leading to misunderstandings and loss of trust. In the context of the Sangha, where trust and discipline are the foundation, maintaining appropriate distance in daily activities is necessary. This regulation also reflects the principle of parisuddhisīla, purity of conduct, not only in action but also in how the community perceives and evaluates it.
Practical Meaning
In terms of modern practice, this regulation teaches us a profound lesson about care in daily relationships and situations.
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