Bi Pd 88. Asking for curd
Pāli / Sanskrit:Dadhiviññāpana
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Dadhiviññāpana — Asking for Curd (Bi Pd 8)
Background
The Dadhiviññāpana (Dadhī = curd, viññāpana = asking, requesting) belongs to the Vinaya Piṭaka — specifically the Pātimokkha Suttavibhaṅga (the analysis of the rules of the undertaken training) of the Theravāda tradition. It is a rule governing the daily conduct of the Sangha concerning the requesting of food from lay followers by bhikkhus.
The context in which this text is applied is that of the Buddha and his disciples living in accordance with the Vinaya Piṭaka — a detailed system of conduct to be observed in daily life. This practice is not merely an administrative rule but is also an expression of circumspection (sampadā) in the mindfulness and actions of the venerable ones.
Main Content
The matter addressed in this text concerns a bhikkhu requesting curd (dadhi) or particular foods from members of a household. The legal question posed is: In what circumstances may a venerable one actively request food, and in what circumstances should he not do so?
The Vinaya stipulates that, in general, bhikkhus should not actively request choice or delectable foods from lay followers, as this would give rise to discrimination or sensual desire (kāma-chanda). However, the text also recognizes exceptional circumstances — such as when the venerable one is ill, in which case requesting nourishing food is permitted, provided the purpose is for the healing of sickness and not for the gratification of desire.
The core principle is the distinction between a legitimate need (one appropriate to the training) and a need arising from greed. The text emphasizes the importance of the quality of "knowing contentment" (santussitā) — satisfaction with what is offered, without fastidiousness or discrimination.
Practical Significance
The Dadhiviññāpana teaches us that purity (tịnh độ) lies not only in outward action, but also in the inner attitude of the mind.
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