Kp 2The Ten Precepts
Pāli / Sanskrit:Dasasikkhāpada
The ten precepts of a novice mendicant
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– Basic Passages 2
The Ten Precepts
I undertake the precept to refrain from killing living creatures.
I undertake the precept to refrain from stealing.
I undertake the precept to refrain from sexual activity.
I undertake the precept to refrain from lying.
I undertake the precept to refrain from consuming beer, wine, and liquor intoxicants. I undertake the precept to refrain from food at the wrong time.
I undertake the precept to refrain from seeing shows of dancing, singing, and music . I undertake the precept to refrain from attiring and adorning myself with garlands, fragrance, and makeup.
I undertake the precept to refrain from high and luxurious beds.
I undertake the precept to refrain from receiving gold and currency.
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