http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Special:Contributions/Admin From Wikivinaya en MediaWiki 1.15.1 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:13:26 GMT http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Monasteries_in_the_West <p>Admin:&#32;/* '''America''' */</p> <hr /> <div>''List of monasteries in the West where the Vinaya is seriously studied and followed by the resident monks (ordained in the [[Ajahn Chah]] tradition and elsewhere):<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> == '''America''' ==<br /> #[http://www.abhayagiri.org Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery], 16201 Tomki Road, Redwood Valley, CA 95470, USA<br /> #[http://www.watmetta.org Metta Forest Monastery], PO Box 1409, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA<br /> <br /> == '''Australia''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyana Monastery, <br /> Lot 1, Kingsbury Drive,<br /> Serpentine 6125, WA, <br /> Australia<br /> [http://www.bswa.org]<br /> <br /> Bodhivana Monastery, <br /> 780 Woods Point Road,<br /> East Warburton, VIC 3799, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> Santi Forest Monastery, <br /> 100 Coalmines Road, <br /> Bundanoon, <br /> NSW, 2578, <br /> Australia <br /> [http://santifm1.0.googlepages.com]<br /> <br /> Vimokkharam Forest Hermitage, <br /> P.O. Box 152, <br /> Kallista, VIC 3791, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Canada''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Arrow River Forest Hermitage, <br /> Box 2, RR 7, Site 7, <br /> Thunder Bay, <br /> Ontario, P7C 5V5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.arrowriver.ca]<br /> <br /> Birken Forest Monastery, <br /> P.O. Box #5, <br /> Knutsford, <br /> V0E 2A0, BC,<br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.birken.ca]<br /> <br /> Tisarana Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 1356 Powers Road RR#3, <br /> Perth, <br /> Ontario K7H 3C5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.tisarana.ca]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Germany''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Muttodaya, <br /> Herrnschrot 50, <br /> D-95236 Stammbach, <br /> Germany<br /> [http://www.muttodaya.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Italy''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Santacittarama, <br /> Localita &quot;Le Brulla&quot;, <br /> 02030 Frasso Sabino (Rieti), <br /> Italy<br /> [http://www.santacittarama.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''New Zealand''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyanarama Forest Monastery, <br /> 17 Rakau Grove, <br /> Stokes Valley, <br /> Wellington, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.bodhinyanarama.net.nz]<br /> <br /> Vimutti Forest Monastery, <br /> PO Box 7, <br /> Bombay 2343, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.vimutti.org.nz]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Switzerland''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Dhammapala, <br /> Am Waldrand, <br /> CH-3718 Kandersteg, <br /> Switzerland<br /> [http://www.dhammapala.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''United Kingdom''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Great Gaddesden, <br /> Hemel Hempstead, <br /> Hertfordshire HP1 3BZ, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.amaravati.org]<br /> <br /> Aruna Ratanagiri Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 2 Harnham Hall Cottages, <br /> Harnham, Belsay, <br /> Northumberland NE20 OHF, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.ratanagiri.org.uk]<br /> <br /> Chithurst Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Chithurst, Petersfield, <br /> Hempshire GU31 5EU, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.cittaviveka.org]<br /> <br /> Hartridge Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Odle Cottage, <br /> Upottery, Honiton, <br /> Devon EX14 9QE, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.hartridgemonastery.org]</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:56:35 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Monasteries_in_the_West http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Monasteries_in_the_West <p>Admin:&#32;/* '''America''' */</p> <hr /> <div>''List of monasteries in the West where the Vinaya is seriously studied and followed by the resident monks (ordained in the [[Ajahn Chah]] tradition and elsewhere):<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> == '''America''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> #[http://www.abhayagiri.org Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery], 16201 Tomki Road, Redwood Valley, CA 95470, USA<br /> #[http://www.watmetta.org Metta Forest Monastery], PO Box 1409, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA<br /> <br /> == '''Australia''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyana Monastery, <br /> Lot 1, Kingsbury Drive,<br /> Serpentine 6125, WA, <br /> Australia<br /> [http://www.bswa.org]<br /> <br /> Bodhivana Monastery, <br /> 780 Woods Point Road,<br /> East Warburton, VIC 3799, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> Santi Forest Monastery, <br /> 100 Coalmines Road, <br /> Bundanoon, <br /> NSW, 2578, <br /> Australia <br /> [http://santifm1.0.googlepages.com]<br /> <br /> Vimokkharam Forest Hermitage, <br /> P.O. Box 152, <br /> Kallista, VIC 3791, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Canada''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Arrow River Forest Hermitage, <br /> Box 2, RR 7, Site 7, <br /> Thunder Bay, <br /> Ontario, P7C 5V5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.arrowriver.ca]<br /> <br /> Birken Forest Monastery, <br /> P.O. Box #5, <br /> Knutsford, <br /> V0E 2A0, BC,<br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.birken.ca]<br /> <br /> Tisarana Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 1356 Powers Road RR#3, <br /> Perth, <br /> Ontario K7H 3C5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.tisarana.ca]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Germany''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Muttodaya, <br /> Herrnschrot 50, <br /> D-95236 Stammbach, <br /> Germany<br /> [http://www.muttodaya.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Italy''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Santacittarama, <br /> Localita &quot;Le Brulla&quot;, <br /> 02030 Frasso Sabino (Rieti), <br /> Italy<br /> [http://www.santacittarama.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''New Zealand''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyanarama Forest Monastery, <br /> 17 Rakau Grove, <br /> Stokes Valley, <br /> Wellington, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.bodhinyanarama.net.nz]<br /> <br /> Vimutti Forest Monastery, <br /> PO Box 7, <br /> Bombay 2343, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.vimutti.org.nz]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Switzerland''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Dhammapala, <br /> Am Waldrand, <br /> CH-3718 Kandersteg, <br /> Switzerland<br /> [http://www.dhammapala.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''United Kingdom''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Great Gaddesden, <br /> Hemel Hempstead, <br /> Hertfordshire HP1 3BZ, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.amaravati.org]<br /> <br /> Aruna Ratanagiri Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 2 Harnham Hall Cottages, <br /> Harnham, Belsay, <br /> Northumberland NE20 OHF, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.ratanagiri.org.uk]<br /> <br /> Chithurst Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Chithurst, Petersfield, <br /> Hempshire GU31 5EU, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.cittaviveka.org]<br /> <br /> Hartridge Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Odle Cottage, <br /> Upottery, Honiton, <br /> Devon EX14 9QE, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.hartridgemonastery.org]</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:54:53 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Monasteries_in_the_West http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Monasteries_in_the_West <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>''List of monasteries in the West where the Vinaya is seriously studied and followed by the resident monks (ordained in the [[Ajahn Chah]] tradition and elsewhere):<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> == '''America''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> #[http://www.abhayagiri.org|Abhayagiri Buddhist Monastery], 16201 Tomki Road, Redwood Valley, CA 95470, USA<br /> #[http://www.watmetta.org|Metta Forest Monastery], PO Box 1409, Valley Center, CA 92082, USA <br /> <br /> == '''Australia''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyana Monastery, <br /> Lot 1, Kingsbury Drive,<br /> Serpentine 6125, WA, <br /> Australia<br /> [http://www.bswa.org]<br /> <br /> Bodhivana Monastery, <br /> 780 Woods Point Road,<br /> East Warburton, VIC 3799, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> Santi Forest Monastery, <br /> 100 Coalmines Road, <br /> Bundanoon, <br /> NSW, 2578, <br /> Australia <br /> [http://santifm1.0.googlepages.com]<br /> <br /> Vimokkharam Forest Hermitage, <br /> P.O. Box 152, <br /> Kallista, VIC 3791, <br /> Australia<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Canada''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Arrow River Forest Hermitage, <br /> Box 2, RR 7, Site 7, <br /> Thunder Bay, <br /> Ontario, P7C 5V5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.arrowriver.ca]<br /> <br /> Birken Forest Monastery, <br /> P.O. Box #5, <br /> Knutsford, <br /> V0E 2A0, BC,<br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.birken.ca]<br /> <br /> Tisarana Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 1356 Powers Road RR#3, <br /> Perth, <br /> Ontario K7H 3C5, <br /> Canada<br /> [http://www.tisarana.ca]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Germany''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Muttodaya, <br /> Herrnschrot 50, <br /> D-95236 Stammbach, <br /> Germany<br /> [http://www.muttodaya.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Italy''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Santacittarama, <br /> Localita &quot;Le Brulla&quot;, <br /> 02030 Frasso Sabino (Rieti), <br /> Italy<br /> [http://www.santacittarama.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''New Zealand''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Bodhinyanarama Forest Monastery, <br /> 17 Rakau Grove, <br /> Stokes Valley, <br /> Wellington, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.bodhinyanarama.net.nz]<br /> <br /> Vimutti Forest Monastery, <br /> PO Box 7, <br /> Bombay 2343, <br /> New Zealand<br /> [http://www.vimutti.org.nz]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''Switzerland''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Kloster Dhammapala, <br /> Am Waldrand, <br /> CH-3718 Kandersteg, <br /> Switzerland<br /> [http://www.dhammapala.org]<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == '''United Kingdom''' ==<br /> <br /> <br /> Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Great Gaddesden, <br /> Hemel Hempstead, <br /> Hertfordshire HP1 3BZ, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.amaravati.org]<br /> <br /> Aruna Ratanagiri Buddhist Monastery, <br /> 2 Harnham Hall Cottages, <br /> Harnham, Belsay, <br /> Northumberland NE20 OHF, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.ratanagiri.org.uk]<br /> <br /> Chithurst Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Chithurst, Petersfield, <br /> Hempshire GU31 5EU, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.cittaviveka.org]<br /> <br /> Hartridge Buddhist Monastery, <br /> Odle Cottage, <br /> Upottery, Honiton, <br /> Devon EX14 9QE, <br /> United Kingdom<br /> [http://www.hartridgemonastery.org]</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:53:35 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Monasteries_in_the_West http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Monasteries in the West]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> Right now, WikiVinaya has 3 pages of value.<br /> <br /> #[[Goal and Content of WikiVinaya]]<br /> #[[Publications|Books]] - A very complete list of ebooks (internet links) and proper paper books<br /> #[[Monasteries in the West]] - A list of western monasteries that are serious about Vinaya<br /> |}</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:50:47 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Monasteries in the West]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> Right now, WikiVinaya has 3 pages of value.<br /> <br /> #[[Goal and Content of WikiVinaya]]<br /> #[[Publications|Books]] - Both ebooks on the internet, as proper paper books<br /> #[[Monasteries in the West]] - A list of monasteries that are serious about Vinaya<br /> |}</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:49:41 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Goal_and_Content_of_WikiVinaya <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Start of Main Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> ===Goal and Content of WikiVinaya===<br /> The '''goal of WikiVinaya''' is to create a free and editable online resource of information on the ''Buddhist monastic discipline'' â�� '[[Vinaya]]'. WikiVinaya covers all the rules and related conventions relevant for [[bhikkhu]]s (Buddhist monks) and [[bhikkhuni]]s (Buddhist nuns), and the male and female lay buddhists who come into (regular) contact with buddhist monks and nuns. More specifically, this means the various [[Vinaya Pitaka]]s and related commentaries and conventions. Information concerning the Vinayas of all the various [[extant Vinaya recensions]] have a place on WikiVinaya. It is hoped that this will help both contributors and readers to improve in knowledge about Vinaya.<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya cannot guarantee the correctness of all the information that can be found on WikiVinaya, although it does strive to achieve factual correctness of the information contained in it.<br /> <br /> For more detailed information, have a look at [[wikivinaya:Goal and content]]<br /> <br /> ===Adding to the WikiVinaya===<br /> <br /> Since WikiVinaya is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki wiki], the writing of all pages of the WikiVinaya is principally a community-effort, and the contents of these pages can be altered. Also this page, and any of the other pages. So feel free to change and add things. However, you need to [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|apply for an account on WikiVinaya]] in order to be able to edit pages and make new pages. Any additions or changes made to WikiVinaya will fall under the [[wikivinaya:Copyrights|Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.5 Copyright Licence]].<br /> <br /> More '''information for newcomers''' to wikis can be found at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Welcome%2C_newcomers the welcome page for newcomers at wikipedia]. There is also a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Tutorial Tutorial at Wikipedia], giving some basic instructions on editing and formatting text in a wiki.<br /> <br /> ===WikiVinaya and Wikipedia===<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya is not the same as Wikipedia, but it uses the same software as Wikipedia and mostly the same ethos. The two differences in ethos are:<br /> <br /> # WikiVinaya is aimed towards creating a resource of information that is fundamentally sympathetic to the Vinaya and the ideal of the monastic Saá¹�gha as essential parts of Buddhist practice. Points of view that are fundamentally unsympathetic to these basic ideals may not be given a 'fair' representation. <br /> # WikiVinaya may overstep the boundary of providing dry 'facts' sometimes and say something inspiring! Also, 'original research', which is not allowed in Wikipedia because it is an encyclopedia, is allowed here. However, as in Wikipedia it should always be accompanied with reasons and references; not as mere personal opinion.<br /> <br /> A further difference is that WikiVinaya is not editable by anonymous users; only if you have [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|an account at WikiVinaya]] can you edit content. Also the initial impetus for WikiVinaya comes from Buddhist monks, who are interested in making a serious, but more open and extensive resource on Vinaya than is available in the various manuals that exist today.<br /> |}</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:46:05 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Goal_and_Content_of_WikiVinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Monasteries in the West]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> [[Goal and Content of WikiVinaya]]<br /> <br /> '''For links to information on Vinaya available on the internet and in printed books, see the section on [[Publications|Books]].'''<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Beginning of NEW ARTICLES section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> | style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot; align=&quot;center&quot;| '''New Articles:''' &lt;small&gt;[[List of Articles]]&lt;/small&gt;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[First Offender]] - [[Derived Offence]] - [[Practicalities concerning Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[References to Pali Texts]] - [[Publications]] - [[Pali Books on Vinaya]] - [[List of Articles]] - [[Factors of Offence]] - [[English Articles on Vinaya]] - [[English Books on Vinaya]] - [[Glossary of Vinaya terms]] - [[Female Samanas]] - [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)]] - [[Extant Vinaya recensions]] - [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[The Patimokkha Rules]] - [[Main Page]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End NEW ARTICLES --&gt;</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:45:09 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Monasteries in the West]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> '''For links to information on Vinaya available on the internet and in printed books, see the section on [[Publications|Books]].'''<br /> |}<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Beginning of NEW ARTICLES section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> | style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot; align=&quot;center&quot;| '''New Articles:''' &lt;small&gt;[[List of Articles]]&lt;/small&gt;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[First Offender]] - [[Derived Offence]] - [[Practicalities concerning Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[References to Pali Texts]] - [[Publications]] - [[Pali Books on Vinaya]] - [[List of Articles]] - [[Factors of Offence]] - [[English Articles on Vinaya]] - [[English Books on Vinaya]] - [[Glossary of Vinaya terms]] - [[Female Samanas]] - [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)]] - [[Extant Vinaya recensions]] - [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[The Patimokkha Rules]] - [[Main Page]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End NEW ARTICLES --&gt;</div> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:43:49 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Thai_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> Pubbasikkha - The Pubbasikkha is a very old book on Vinaya in Thai Language.<br /> <br /> Vinaya Mukha - The Vinaya Mukha is an old book on Vinaya in Thai Language, which is still used quite frequently. It is not available on the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.watnongpahpong.org/ebooks/ariyavinay.pdf Ariya Vinay] (download pdf) - Ariya Vinay is a recent book written by monks from the monastery of Wat Nong Pah Pong (the monastery of Ajahn Chah). หนังสืออริยวินัย บรรยายรายละเอียด เกี่ยวกับพระวินัยสำหรับพระภิกษุ ตามที่พระพุทธเจ้าได้บัญญัติไว้ ในพระไตรปิฏก</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 11:01:36 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Thai_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Thai_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> Vinaya Mukha - The Vinaya Mukha is an old book on Vinaya in Thai Language, which is still used quite frequently. It is not available on the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.watnongpahpong.org/ebooks/ariyavinay.pdf Ariya Vinay] (download pdf) - Ariya Vinay is a book written by monks from the monastery of Wat Nong Pah Pong (the monastery of Ajahn Chah). หนังสืออริยวินัย บรรยายรายละเอียด เกี่ยวกับพระวินัยสำหรับพระภิกษุ ตามที่พระพุทธเจ้าได้บัญญัติไว้ ในพระไตรปิฏก</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:56:46 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Thai_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Thai_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> Vinaya Mukha<br /> <br /> [http://www.watnongpahpong.org/ebooks/ariyavinay.pdf Ariya Vinay] (download pdf) - Ariya Vinay is a book written by monks from the monastery of Wat Nong Pah Pong (the monastery of Ajahn Chah). หนังสืออริยวินัย บรรยายรายละเอียด เกี่ยวกับพระวินัยสำหรับพระภิกษุ ตามที่พระพุทธเจ้าได้บัญญัติไว้ ในพระไตรปิฏก</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:51:58 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Thai_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Publications <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>The following pages on publications exist at WikiVinaya:<br /> <br /> *[[Pali Books on Vinaya]]<br /> *[[English Books on Vinaya]]<br /> *[[English Articles on Vinaya]]<br /> *[[Thai Books on Vinaya]]<br /> <br /> ''For a list of abbreviations used for Pali Texts, see [[References to Pali Texts]]''<br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:50:52 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Publications http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Thai_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> Vinaya Mukha<br /> <br /> [http://www.watnongpahpong.org/ebooks/ariyavinay.pdf Ariya Vinay] - หนังสืออริยวินัย บรรยายรายละเอียด เกี่ยวกับพระวินัยสำหรับพระภิกษุ ตามที่พระพุทธเจ้าได้บัญญัติไว้ ในพระไตรปิฏก</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:46:44 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Thai_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> '''For links to information on Vinaya available on the internet and in printed books, see the section on [[Publications|Books]].'''<br /> |}<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Main Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> ===Goal and Content of WikiVinaya===<br /> The '''goal of WikiVinaya''' is to create a free and editable online resource of information on the ''Buddhist monastic discipline'' – '[[Vinaya]]'. WikiVinaya covers all the rules and related conventions relevant for [[bhikkhu]]s (Buddhist monks) and [[bhikkhuni]]s (Buddhist nuns), and the male and female lay buddhists who come into (regular) contact with buddhist monks and nuns. More specifically, this means the various [[Vinaya Pitaka]]s and related commentaries and conventions. Information concerning the Vinayas of all the various [[extant Vinaya recensions]] have a place on WikiVinaya. It is hoped that this will help both contributors and readers to improve in knowledge about Vinaya.<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya cannot guarantee the correctness of all the information that can be found on WikiVinaya, although it does strive to achieve factual correctness of the information contained in it.<br /> <br /> For more detailed information, have a look at [[wikivinaya:Goal and content]]<br /> <br /> ===Adding to the WikiVinaya===<br /> <br /> Since WikiVinaya is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki wiki], the writing of all pages of the WikiVinaya is principally a community-effort, and the contents of these pages can be altered. Also this page, and any of the other pages. So feel free to change and add things. However, you need to [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|apply for an account on WikiVinaya]] in order to be able to edit pages and make new pages. Any additions or changes made to WikiVinaya will fall under the [[wikivinaya:Copyrights|Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.5 Copyright Licence]].<br /> <br /> More '''information for newcomers''' to wikis can be found at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Welcome%2C_newcomers the welcome page for newcomers at wikipedia]. There is also a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Tutorial Tutorial at Wikipedia], giving some basic instructions on editing and formatting text in a wiki.<br /> <br /> ===WikiVinaya and Wikipedia===<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya is not the same as Wikipedia, but it uses the same software as Wikipedia and mostly the same ethos. The two differences in ethos are:<br /> <br /> # WikiVinaya is aimed towards creating a resource of information that is fundamentally sympathetic to the Vinaya and the ideal of the monastic Saṅgha as essential parts of Buddhist practice. Points of view that are fundamentally unsympathetic to these basic ideals may not be given a 'fair' representation. <br /> # WikiVinaya may overstep the boundary of providing dry 'facts' sometimes and say something inspiring! Also, 'original research', which is not allowed in Wikipedia because it is an encyclopedia, is allowed here. However, as in Wikipedia it should always be accompanied with reasons and references; not as mere personal opinion.<br /> <br /> A further difference is that WikiVinaya is not editable by anonymous users; only if you have [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|an account at WikiVinaya]] can you edit content. Also the initial impetus for WikiVinaya comes from Buddhist monks, who are interested in making a serious, but more open and extensive resource on Vinaya than is available in the various manuals that exist today.<br /> |}<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Beginning of NEW ARTICLES section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> | style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot; align=&quot;center&quot;| '''New Articles:''' &lt;small&gt;[[List of Articles]]&lt;/small&gt;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[First Offender]] - [[Derived Offence]] - [[Practicalities concerning Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[References to Pali Texts]] - [[Publications]] - [[Pali Books on Vinaya]] - [[List of Articles]] - [[Factors of Offence]] - [[English Articles on Vinaya]] - [[English Books on Vinaya]] - [[Glossary of Vinaya terms]] - [[Female Samanas]] - [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)]] - [[Extant Vinaya recensions]] - [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[The Patimokkha Rules]] - [[Main Page]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End NEW ARTICLES --&gt;</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:36:18 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Main_Page <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;!-- Beginning of header section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> |style=&quot;width:56%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> {|style=&quot;width:280px;border:solid 0px;background:none&quot;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;width:280px;text-align:center;white-space:nowrap;color:#000&quot; |<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;font-size:162%;border:none;margin: 0;padding:.1em;color:#000&quot;&gt;Welcome to WikiVinaya,&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div style=&quot;top:+0.2em;font-size: 95%&quot;&gt;a free and editable online Vinaya resource.&lt;/div&gt;<br /> &lt;div id=&quot;articlecount&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;text-align:center;font-size:85%;&quot;&gt;[[Special:Statistics|{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}]] articles&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}&lt;!-- Start main subjects --&gt;<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> *[[Background to the Vinaya|Background]]<br /> *[[The structure of the Vinaya Pitaka|Structure]]<br /> *[[The Patimokkha Rules|Patimokkha]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Khandhakas]]<br /> *[[Vinaya teachings in the Sutta Pitaka|Sutta Pitaka]]<br /> *[[Commentaries]]<br /> |style=&quot;width:11%;font-size:95%&quot;|<br /> *[[Monastery rules]]<br /> *[[Publications|Books]]<br /> *[[:category:Everything|Categories]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End main subjects --&gt;<br /> <br /> __NOTOC__<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Top Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> For information on Vinaya available on the internet and in printed book, see the section on [[Publications|Books]].<br /> |}<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Start of Main Box --&gt;<br /> {|style=&quot;border-spacing:8px;margin:-8px -8px&quot;<br /> |class=&quot;MainPageBG&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;border:1px solid #DAA520;background-color:#FFFACD; padding:1.2em; vertical-align:top;color:#000&quot;|<br /> <br /> ===Goal and Content of WikiVinaya===<br /> The '''goal of WikiVinaya''' is to create a free and editable online resource of information on the ''Buddhist monastic discipline'' – '[[Vinaya]]'. WikiVinaya covers all the rules and related conventions relevant for [[bhikkhu]]s (Buddhist monks) and [[bhikkhuni]]s (Buddhist nuns), and the male and female lay buddhists who come into (regular) contact with buddhist monks and nuns. More specifically, this means the various [[Vinaya Pitaka]]s and related commentaries and conventions. Information concerning the Vinayas of all the various [[extant Vinaya recensions]] have a place on WikiVinaya. It is hoped that this will help both contributors and readers to improve in knowledge about Vinaya.<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya cannot guarantee the correctness of all the information that can be found on WikiVinaya, although it does strive to achieve factual correctness of the information contained in it.<br /> <br /> For more detailed information, have a look at [[wikivinaya:Goal and content]]<br /> <br /> ===Adding to the WikiVinaya===<br /> <br /> Since WikiVinaya is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki wiki], the writing of all pages of the WikiVinaya is principally a community-effort, and the contents of these pages can be altered. Also this page, and any of the other pages. So feel free to change and add things. However, you need to [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|apply for an account on WikiVinaya]] in order to be able to edit pages and make new pages. Any additions or changes made to WikiVinaya will fall under the [[wikivinaya:Copyrights|Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 2.5 Copyright Licence]].<br /> <br /> More '''information for newcomers''' to wikis can be found at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Welcome%2C_newcomers the welcome page for newcomers at wikipedia]. There is also a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Tutorial Tutorial at Wikipedia], giving some basic instructions on editing and formatting text in a wiki.<br /> <br /> ===WikiVinaya and Wikipedia===<br /> <br /> WikiVinaya is not the same as Wikipedia, but it uses the same software as Wikipedia and mostly the same ethos. The two differences in ethos are:<br /> <br /> # WikiVinaya is aimed towards creating a resource of information that is fundamentally sympathetic to the Vinaya and the ideal of the monastic Saṅgha as essential parts of Buddhist practice. Points of view that are fundamentally unsympathetic to these basic ideals may not be given a 'fair' representation. <br /> # WikiVinaya may overstep the boundary of providing dry 'facts' sometimes and say something inspiring! Also, 'original research', which is not allowed in Wikipedia because it is an encyclopedia, is allowed here. However, as in Wikipedia it should always be accompanied with reasons and references; not as mere personal opinion.<br /> <br /> A further difference is that WikiVinaya is not editable by anonymous users; only if you have [[wikivinaya:apply_for_account|an account at WikiVinaya]] can you edit content. Also the initial impetus for WikiVinaya comes from Buddhist monks, who are interested in making a serious, but more open and extensive resource on Vinaya than is available in the various manuals that exist today.<br /> |}<br /> <br /> &lt;!-- Beginning of NEW ARTICLES section --&gt;{|style=&quot;width:100%;margin-top:+.7em;background-color:#FFFACD;border:1px solid #DAA520;&quot;<br /> | style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot; align=&quot;center&quot;| '''New Articles:''' &lt;small&gt;[[List of Articles]]&lt;/small&gt;<br /> |-<br /> |style=&quot;font-size:95%;color:#000&quot;|<br /> [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[First Offender]] - [[Derived Offence]] - [[Practicalities concerning Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[References to Pali Texts]] - [[Publications]] - [[Pali Books on Vinaya]] - [[List of Articles]] - [[Factors of Offence]] - [[English Articles on Vinaya]] - [[English Books on Vinaya]] - [[Glossary of Vinaya terms]] - [[Female Samanas]] - [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)]] - [[Extant Vinaya recensions]] - [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha)]] - [[The Patimokkha Rules]] - [[Main Page]]<br /> |}&lt;!-- End NEW ARTICLES --&gt;</div> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:30:36 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Main_Page http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942, 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. The computer-version differs on some points from the paper version, and it is not clear if these changes are supported by Ajahn brahmavamso.<br /> <br /> It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules). In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> [http://www.buddhanet.net/pdf_file/bhikkhuni_patimokkha.pdf The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools], by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:56:10 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* PTS edition (1938 - 1966) */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942, 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. The computer-version differs on some points from the paper version, and it is not clear if these changes are supported by Ajahn brahmavamso.<br /> <br /> It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules). In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:52:22 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* Buddhist Monastic Code I and II */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. The computer-version differs on some points from the paper version, and it is not clear if these changes are supported by Ajahn brahmavamso.<br /> <br /> It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules). In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:51:12 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. The computer-version differs on some points from the paper version, and it is not clear if these changes are supported by Ajahn brahmavamso.<br /> <br /> It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules). In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:49:01 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. The computer-version differs on some points from the paper version, and it is not clear if these changes are supported by Ajahn brahmavamso.<br /> <br /> It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:46:49 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* Vinaya Mukha */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated (by Paul Breiter) from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:43:56 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* 'Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that, besides the patimokkha, it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. Some comments by the authors have been included into the actual translation, without stating that these comments do not come from the Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> The book is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:43:03 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* 'Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> The major interest in this book is that it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. This book also contains the pali text (with english translation) of the patimokkha rules. It is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:49:09 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* 'The Patimokkha Translated' by Acharya Buddharakkhita */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='Buddhist Monastic Discipline - Theravada Bhikkhu Patimokkha' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> This book contains the Pali Text of the patimokkha rules, with English translation. The major interest in this book is that it also contains all the origin-stories (or background stories) to the rules, translated into English. These stories give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. It is published by Buddha Vachano Trust (address: 14 Kalidassa Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 56009, India). First Edition, 2004. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:48:01 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/English_Books_on_Vinaya <p>Admin:&#32;/* 'The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885) */</p> <hr /> <div>==English translations of the Vinaya Pitaka==<br /> <br /> ===PTS edition (1938 - 1966)===<br /> <br /> These books are available in print only. They are the most recent translations of the whole Vinaya Pitaka.<br /> <br /> ''The Book of the Discipline'', translated by I.B. Horner (6 volumes; London: Pali Text Society, 1938, 1940, 1942 1951, 1952, 1966)<br /> <br /> ==='The Sacred Books of the East' series edition (1881 - 1885)===<br /> Being a pioneering effort to translate the Vinaya Pitaka to English, the 'Sacred Books of the East' are understandably translated imperfectly. (A later attempt by IB Horner, Book of the Discipline, is an improvement over this, though admittedly still &quot;an interim translation&quot;.) However, this is probably the biggest chunk of such a translation available in the Internet.<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe13/index.htm '''Part I''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 13): ''The Pâtimokkha &amp; The Mahâvagga, I-IV.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1881)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe17/index.htm '''Part II''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 17): ''The Mahavagga, V-X, the Cullavagga I-II.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1882)<br /> <br /> [http://www.sacred-texts.com/bud/sbe20/index.htm '''Part III''' (The Sacred Books of the East Vol. 20): ''The Cullavagga, IV-XII.''] - translated by TW Rhys Davids and Hermann Oldenberg (Oxford, the Clarendon Press; 1885)<br /> <br /> ==='The Patimokkha Translated' by Acharya Buddharakkhita===<br /> This book contains a translation of the Patimokkha-rules together with the origin-stories, which give information on how the rule came to be laid down by Buddha. It is published in Bangalore, India. Price 150 Rupies.<br /> <br /> ==Vinaya handbooks==<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Mukha===<br /> <br /> The Vinaya Mukha is composed of three parts, and translated from Thai into English in the 1970's. It was the first Vinaya manual available in the English language in Thailand. It is only available in print.<br /> <br /> ===Vinaya Notes by Ajahn Brahmavamso===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual by Venerable [[Ajahn Brahmavamso]] (Bodinyana monastery, Perth, Australia) is most commonly available as a bundled set of photocopies of the original, handwritten, document. It was written for use in the Buddhist Monasteries of the Ajahn Chah Tradition, and is possibly not very well known otside of those monasteries. The Vinaya Notes of Ajahn Brahmavamso are comparable to Thanissaro bhikkhu's Buddhist Monastic Code, which was partly based on Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes. <br /> <br /> The manual has been transcribed to computer-version also, but is not available on the internet. It should be noted that Ajahn Brahmavamso has changed his stance on a number of issues since composing the document. Also a new version is slowly being worked on by him.<br /> <br /> ===The Heritage of the Sangha===<br /> <br /> This Vinaya manual, by Venerable [[Ajahn Thiradhammo]], is written for use within the monastic tradition of Ajahn Chah, and it is not readily available outside those monasteries. It is different in setup from the Buddhist Monastic Code I and Ajahn Brahmavamso's Vinaya Notes, in that it is arranged according to subject material, and is not arranged according to how the rules appear in the Patimokkha. This manual is more light and easy reading, and doesn't go into detail very much. It gives an overview of the rules that apply for monks per subject-area. Each chapter treats a different subject.<br /> <br /> ===Buddhist Monastic Code I and II===<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume I: The Patimokkha Training Rules Translated and Explained]. Thanissaro Bhikkhu (1996; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/574pp.)<br /> <br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight':''This book is a concise contemporary commentary to the 227 Patimokkha training rules, which are the Suttavibhanga (the first major section of the Vinaya). These rules, which affect various aspects of the daily life of Bhikkhus (Buddhist monks), are presented here along of their &quot;origin stories&quot; and valuable commentary to monk-in-training master the fine points of monastic conduct. This book is now in widespread use at English-speaking Theravada world.''<br /> <br /> This is probably the most useful English reference of the Bhikkhu Patimokkha available now. Not only does it gather helpful information from the commentaries to clarify the rules, it also points out some popular misinterpretations by certain monastic communities. It also provides some examples of contemporary applications of the Vinaya.<br /> <br /> However, it should also be noted that:<br /> #For the Pali Canon and commentaries, the author has relied almost entirely on the editions published in Bangkok by Mahamakut Rajavidyalaya Press.<br /> #The book also contains a fair deal of personal interpretations and opinions, which are not necessarily supported by the scriptures and many Vinayadharas. So keep a lookout for them. Some of these ideas cannot be proven wrong while some others can.<br /> #So, readers are advised not to take this as a Vinaya &quot;bible&quot;. Certain personal interpretations may appear to make sense at first, but do not stand up to closer scrutiny. So, do read it with a critical mind. Better still, study the actual Pali Vinaya scriptures themselves with the help of a good Vinaya and Pali teacher.<br /> #Be that as it may, especially for those who don't have access to the Pali scriptures or have a good Vinaya teacher, it is still the best Patimokkha reference book an English-speaking monk can get. (Printed copies are available free of charge upon request.)<br /> #For casual readers, this is too detailed and scholastic.<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc2/index.html The Buddhist Monastic Code, Volume II: The Khandhaka Rules Translated and Explained.] Thanissaro Bhikkhu (2002; multi-part HTML book; 1.21MB/532pp.)<br /> Discription from 'Access to Insight': ''Whereas the Patimokkha concerns the basic rules of Theravada Buddhist monastic life, the Khandhaka (the second major section of the Vinaya Pitaka) concerns its customs, which are no less essential to monastic life. This landmark book organizes and explains the Khandhaka rules in a systematic and practical way, for the benefit of any Theravada monk-in-training.''<br /> <br /> #Having written a well-received book on the Patimokkha, the venerable author, to the delight of Vinaya-lovers, continued his good work on the Khandhakas. This volume goes hand-in-hand with the first, in that there is a great deal of cross-referencing between the two.<br /> #For the most part, only the rules themselves are presented; no origin stories. I suppose the author foresaw that it is necessary to keep the book as compact as possible.<br /> #The publication was somewhat rushed, and thus not well proofread.<br /> #Most of the comments for the first volume (above) applies here too.<br /> <br /> ==Other Books on Vinaya==<br /> <br /> ===General introduction:===<br /> <br /> ====Heart of Buddhism====<br /> [http://www.aimwell.org/assets/The%20Heart%20of%20Buddhism.pdf Heart of Buddhism], by Bhikkhu Pesala.<br /> <br /> Comment: A General introduction to Vinaya.<br /> <br /> ====Banner of the Arahants====<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/arahats/arahants00.htm Banner of the Arahants: Buddhist Monks and Nuns from the Buddha's time till now]. Bhikkhu Khantipalo (Buddhist Publication Society, Kandy, Sri Lanka; First Edition, 1979, multi-part HTML book) [from Pali Kanon website].<br /> <br /> Extract (from Introduction): This book covers Vinaya in outline but with many interesting stories and examples, the history and development of the Sangha... (and) shows how this living tradition of enlightened Teachers comes down to the present day.<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Monastics:=== <br /> <br /> ====The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules====<br /> <br /> [http://web.ukonline.co.uk/buddhism/ordinate.htm The Ordination Procedure &amp; Some Vinaya Rules] by Chammyay Sayadaw Ashin Janakabhivamsa (from Nibbana.com website)<br /> <br /> This book was compiled for the purpose of facilitating ordination of foreigners in Chammyay meditation centers in Myanmar.<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> ::*The ordination procedure naturally follows that of the Mahasi tradition — complete with the questionable request for the freeing of monastic duties between the new monk and his preceptor.<br /> ::* Among the &quot;some Vinaya rules&quot; presented (based on translations by Ven. Ñanamoli and Ven. Thanissaro) are all parajikas, sanghadisesas, sekhiyas, and a selection of other rules deemed &quot;likely to be violated nowadays&quot;. The aniyatas and adhikarana-samathas are left out. In some cases, the definitions of words in the rules are integrated into the wording of the rule itself.<br /> ::* Some useful information on common vinayakammas are also included.<br /> ::*Any mistakes? A few here and there.<br /> ::*It's good as a quick &amp; handy guide to the Vinaya for new monks, but far from adequate for an earnest understanding.<br /> <br /> ====Abridged Vinaya for Temporary Monks====<br /> <br /> Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks. Based on instructions issued by the Most Ven. Mahasi Sayadaw, Mahasi Meditation Centre; translation by U Hla Kyaing. This book is not available in the web any more.<br /> <br /> Comments: This seems to be written in a similar line of thought as the one above (Abridged Vinaya for temporary monks.) In comparison, it does not cover as many Vinaya points, but has some unique information.<br /> <br /> ====Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English====<br /> <br /> [http://halfsmile.org/buddhadust/www.accesstoinsight.org/canon/vinaya/bhikkhuni-pati.html Bhikkhunipatimokkha in English], translated by [[Thanissaro bhikkhu]].<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools====<br /> <br /> The Bhikkhuni Patimokkha of the Six Schools, by Chatsumarn Kabilsingh (Bangkok: Thammasat University, 1991). <br /> <br /> A comparative look at the nuns' Patimokkha rules in six Buddhist schools.<br /> <br /> ====A Life Free From Money====<br /> <br /> [http://www.geocities.com/venkumara/evinaya/moneyfreelife.html A Life Free from Money: Information about the Money Rule for Buddhist Monks and Nuns]. Dhamminda Bhikkhu (48KB)<br /> <br /> Written for bhikkhus (newly ordained ones in particular) who have questions about the Vinaya rules related to money. Materials are largely gathered from the Vinaya Pitaka and its commentaries to help bhikkhus to understand how to keep the rules. [eVinaya]<br /> <br /> Comments: It has everything that a bhikkhu need to learn from the texts regarding rules related to money. Some notable comments from the book:<br /> * the argument that &quot;rules prohibiting money are not lesser or minor rules&quot;, and<br /> * the conclusion: &quot;The rules concerning money are complex to explain but not difficult to practise; all a bhikkhu needs to do is to refuse to accept money.&quot;<br /> <br /> ===Books Aimed at Laypeople:===<br /> <br /> ====Discipline and Conventions====<br /> <br /> [http://www.budsas.org/ebud/ebdha116.htm Discipline and Conventions of Theravada Buddhist Renunciate Communities: A Guide for the Western Sangha], from the English Forest Sangha.<br /> <br /> From the introduction: ''This guide is aimed at providing an introduction to some aspects of monastic discipline for those lay people who are interested in understanding something of the background to the rules and conventions which structure the way of life of the monks and nuns of this tradition. ''<br /> <br /> ====The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople====<br /> <br /> [http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/ariyesako/layguide.html The Bhikkhus' Rules -- A Guide for Laypeople: The Theravadin Buddhist Monk's Rules Compiled and Explained]. Bhikkhu Ariyesako (1999; multi-part HTML book; 364k/122pp.)<br /> <br /> The book provides a very readable summary of the bhikkhus' (monks') rules, with a particular emphasis on giving laypeople a better understanding of the monks' way of life. Included also are questions-and-answers concerning the proper etiquette for laypeople when in the company of monks (how and when to bow, how to offer food or other requisites, etc.), examples of the particular customs and rules of etiquette that apply at specific Theravada monasteries, and a wealth of other valuable information. [Access To Insight]<br /> <br /> Comments:<br /> <br /> #As the title of the book suggests, it is meant for lay knowledge. Nonetheless, as it is somewhat arranged according to subject matter, it also serves monks well as a quick reference on Vinaya rules that are connected with lay people.<br /> #Instead of a scholastic research, the author compiled writings by a selection of modern English Vinaya literature. As such when it comes to variant interpretations, the author usually presents all of them (though some may be wrong or questionable) without passing his own judgment.<br /> #It, nonetheless, has a slight Thai Dhammayutta bent. Readers are advised to look out for words like &quot;many teachers instruct...&quot; or &quot;some communities consider...&quot;. Such phrases precede views that are not accepted by all Vinayadharas, and often not supported by the Pali scriptures.<br /> #A fairly adequate book for lay people wishing to understand more about the Vinaya in order to relate better with conscientious monks.<br /> <br /> ==Dictionaries==<br /> <br /> ===Pali Dictionary of Proper Names===<br /> <br /> [http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/pa/p3_ay.htm Buddhist Dictionary of Pali Proper Names] - contains entires on Vinaya also.<br /> <br /> ===The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary===<br /> [http://dsal.uchicago.edu/dictionaries/pali/index.html The Pali Text Society's Pali-English dictionary].<br /> <br /> ===Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms===<br /> <br /> Dictionary of Early Buddhist Monastic Terms (based on Pali Literature), Professor C.S. Upasak (Vanarasi: Bharati Prakashan, 1975)<br /> <br /> This book is only available in print.<br /> <br /> [[category:Publications]]</div> Fri, 09 Feb 2007 09:31:36 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:English_Books_on_Vinaya http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/User_talk:Admin <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>[[User talk:Admin/archive1|archive1]]<br /> <br /> Please add new message to the bottom of the page.</div> Sun, 24 Sep 2006 11:54:34 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/User_talk:Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/User_talk:Admin/archive1 <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>==Rephrasing==<br /> <br /> Dear Dhjt, I would also like to suggest rephrasing these major categories below too:<br /> <br /> * Background - fine<br /> * Structure - not quite sure what this means?<br /> <br /> ::This is short for 'Structure of the Vinaya' - the scripture.<br /> <br /> * Patimokkha - use diacrticals in all articles and headings, only never mind in Talk pages and behind the scenes, so Pātimokkha. (I'll send you a handy Paali scratch pad that allows you to type in velthius code and it converts to UTF-8 or VRI.)<br /> <br /> ::I am busy trying to get the Wikipedia diacriticals (see http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Buddha_%28disambiguation%29&amp;action=edit - bottom of page) into WikiVinaya, but it's proving a bit harder than I suspected. I requested help from editthis.info but they didn't reply yet.<br /> <br /> * Mahavagga - better to use non-sectarian terminology, just 'Khandhakas' for both Mahaavagga (&quot;The Big Book&quot;) and Cuulavagga (the &quot;Small Book&quot;). 'Khandhaka' or 'Vastu' would be recognised by Vinaya scholars of other traditions too. I should add this as a point in the Standardising the Structure page (always include which Khandhaka when citing the Mv and Cv).<br /> * Culavagga<br /> <br /> ::OK by me<br /> * Sutta Pitaka - maybe a section in 'Background' called &quot;Dhamma &amp; Vinaya&quot; would be better for this, or a mention in the main page that leads to a little article?<br /> <br /> ::Here I actually mean Vinaya-related parts of the Sutta-Pitaka, I know there are a few which are quite interesting, like the time when Buddha went into a three-month retreat, and the Sangha adpoted a new pacittiya, isn't that one in the Sutta-pitaka somewhere?<br /> <br /> * Commentaries - Have a look in the &quot;Texts and Structure of Vinaya texts&quot; that I sent you, you might find the sections on the commentaries in there useful.<br /> * Monastery rules - I wouldn't include this controversial topic as a category. The nature of 'Kor Wat' in terms of Vinaya, what 'Kor Wat' means in various Thai monasteries and in WPN is a complex and controversial area.<br /> <br /> ::Many people are confused about kor wat and vinaya and mix it, that's why I feel it does need a place in WikiVinaya, I think not to include all the kor watta - it's just to varied and uncertain, but still good to have a link to it from the main page I think. What's the Vinaya perspective on Kor wat is a good one for WV I think. The individual rules can have some info on some kor wat in the commentaries section maybe?<br /> * Categories <br /> <br /> I hope you like the editing I did on the main page, if not it's all saved I think. BFN, Santi.<br /> [[User:Bhikkhu Santi|Bhikkhu Santi]] 01:39, 1 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ::Yes it's true all old versions can be easily get back. Sometimes I think your language is a bit difficult, I prefer easier terms myself, but it's basically ok I think. I am going to move some parts of it to the relevant pages; I believe the part on Fundamental Guidelines belongs with the Guideniles on discussion - I will integrate it there. By the way, WikiVinaya is not a forum so the discussion element will, I hope, not be too big here. But it's true, guidelines are definately needed. Also try not to use 'I' on the main page, it's supposed to represent WikiVinaya or WikiVinaya Guidelines, not the personal opinions of contributors. When discussing these guidelines it's ok to use I but not in the actual document. I will also move 'Goal and Contents' to a seperate page, and make the part that appears on the front page just an introduction. I turned your piece on the 7 vinayarecencions into an actual article, so now we have 4 already! ;-) BTW I also left it on the Vinaya section, so it's here two times now. greetings [[User:Admin|DJti]] 03:51, 1 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> P.S. I don't think the Abhidhamma said much on Vinaya, so it doesn't have too much to do with WikiVinaya, no?<br /> Sort of, but I really was thinking of the kind of people who are obsessed with commentaries and abhidhamma and would become a major headache if they turn up here. If they see Gavesako and my names then they'll probably know this is a hopeless case from their point of view and leave us alone. The Esangha Theravada forum fell apart - the non-Abhidhammikas went to websangha and the Abhidhammikas set up their own 'Abhidhamma-Vipassana' forum, which is a good name - at least it makes it clear to people what to expect before getting involved.<br /> [[User:Bhikkhu Santi|Bhikkhu Santi]] 04:40, 3 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> P.S. 2 The main page shouldn't mention 'internal wikivinaya' isues, it's a place for readers mainly, 'Community portal' is the place for editors.<br /> <br /> Hi Dhjt, I really anumodana with your idea and I would like to help a lot if the human lifespan were just a few decades longer, but even though I think this is a totally wonderful project and I'd be willing to help in principle, I've just got too many other worthwhile projects going already (leading the Vinaya classes here, new Chanting book/ encyclopedia (!), major Vinaya/ early Buddhist monastic culture research essay that turned into a book and then I realised the scope is much too narrow and I really have to rewrite most of it after doing several years more reading around! etc. etc. plus office work here at Santi, extraordinary impulsive projects from BS gallore, oh, and I remember reading somewhere that I ought to find some time for meditation too! I'm going to be putting my laptop away for Vassa soon, well maybe a couple of weeks into Vassa when I've got to the point where I plan to stop in the Vinaya classes. I hope you won't see me online for 3 months, if you do, tell me to go back to my hut! Several years ago I started thinking about the intrinsic inadequacies of BMC, and then I saw Aj. MahaVirapong and T. Kevali's Ariya-Vinaya, and I thought that one day that would be a great thing to do in English. BS and I also discussed how I should keep all the notes from the classes and improve on them for several rounds. (I expect it to take me a couple of years to get through the whole Vinaya in the classes here since I'm determined to include all the communal side of the Vinaya which I feel is normally left out because it would conflict with 'the way things are' (!). In future rounds I plan to try to include more comparative analysis with the other recensions.) until they might be ready to make into something like Ariya-Vinaya for publication. So I'd be very happy to send you the notes I make for the Vinaya classes here, and if you ever want clarification on &quot;does this come from the Vinaya or the comy. ?&quot; or any other smallish, manageable questions I'd be very happy to help, but as much as part of me would love to I just do not have enough hours in the day, years in my life, to get majorly involved with another worthwhile Dhamma project. If you want it to work I think you will have to be prepared to do most of the work yourself, at least until it takes off, which could be years. You could also look around for another helper who doesn't necessarily need to be extremely knowledgeable about Vinaya but can proofread your Dutch-English - it's almost always clear what you mean but it often doesn't sound totally fluent, especially in writing. Maybe one of the native English monks at Amaravati would be willing and able to help? I can also check single points in the other Vinaya recensions if you have specific questions, I'm not very familiar with how to do it but BS will help me learn. You could get the Chinese Tipitaka yourself for free: there is an online version at http://www.cbeta.org/index.htm and the CD they send out for free has much more user friendly software, then you need &quot;Dr.Eye&quot; Chinese reading software with the special ancient Chinese vocab. Then you need a copy of &quot;Survey of Vinaya Literature&quot; by Prebish for the correspondence tables, and after that it's just a matter of patience and time.<br /> [[User:Bhikkhu Santi|Bhikkhu Santi]] 04:40, 3 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> I just added the Mahasanghika-Lokuttaravada to the &quot;Extant Vinaya recensions page&quot;. Also, I just thought, do you want to copy all the useful Vinaya related text files from the Mulesika group files section to here? I ought to remove the PTS Patimokkha edition I put up there, I got it from WPN computer and there is no copyright notice on it but I think it probably is. They probably sent it to Aj. Yatiko for his wide-version.<br /> [[User:Bhikkhu Santi|Bhikkhu Santi]] 04:58, 3 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> <br /> Ok, never mind, this is a long term project so whenever you feel like putting something up at sometime in the future, you're welcome! There's your notes and maybe also Aj. Varado might decide to put something here in the future? And there's many other monks who might like to do something here if they knew it was available. For now I'll just keep to the Theravada, I appreciate your input on the other schools and it helped to point the WikiVinaya in the right direction I think. The setup now allows for many schools in stead of just one. Also the info on the extant schools was usefull. My dutch-english is actually maybe more thai-dutch-english. Here I have to use this version of english, it's better for communication; just a matter of habit. I hope people will not come here out of a sense of duty but just because they enjoy doing it, and want to contribute. So whenever you feel good about it, just put something down. greetings, [[User:Admin|DJti]] 08:01, 3 July 2006 (EDT)</div> Sun, 24 Sep 2006 11:53:03 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/User_talk:Admin/archive1 http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>Added the spiritual benefits of following the rule. Very relevant I thnk, might give more motivation on the actual use of the rule, seperate from just following it because the Buddha (or anyone) laid it down as something to not be done. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 03:49, 6 August 2006 (EDT)</div> Sun, 06 Aug 2006 07:49:39 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;/* Spiritual benefits of following the rule */</p> <hr /> <div>The '''practicalities''' concerning [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Pacittiya 1]] are:<br /> <br /> ==Spiritual benefits of following the rule==<br /> <br /> # Maintain truthfullness in one's daily life will help to see the larger truth of Dhamma. <br /> #It is impossible to cover up all lies; some of them will come out in due time.<br /> #When one has nothing to hide, one can be open about oneself, and have less worries.<br /> <br /> ==Gray Areas==<br /> <br /> The main gray area for this rule is whether making an obvious joke is an offence. If one thinks that others understand that one is making a misrepresentation of the truth because it is precieved to be very obvious, there is no intention to lie and make others really believe that one is representing the truth.<br /> <br /> ==Modern Day Issues==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> ==Monastery Rules==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> [[category:Pacittiya 1 (Theravada)]]</div> Sun, 06 Aug 2006 07:48:08 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>The '''practicalities''' concerning [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Pacittiya 1]] are:<br /> <br /> ==Spiritual benefits of following the rule==<br /> <br /> Maintain truthfullness in one's daily life will help to see the larger truth of Dhamma.<br /> <br /> ==Gray Areas==<br /> <br /> The main gray area for this rule is whether making an obvious joke is an offence. If one thinks that others understand that one is making a misrepresentation of the truth because it is precieved to be very obvious, there is no intention to lie and make others really believe that one is representing the truth.<br /> <br /> ==Modern Day Issues==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> ==Monastery Rules==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> [[category:Pacittiya 1 (Theravada)]]</div> Sun, 06 Aug 2006 07:44:40 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>The '''practicalities''' concerning [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Pacittiya 1]] are:<br /> <br /> ==Spiritual benefits of following the rule==<br /> <br /> Maintain truthfullness in one's daily life will help to see the larger truth of Dhamma.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Gray Areas==<br /> <br /> The main gray area for this rule is whether making an obvious joke is an offence. If one thinks that others understand that one is making a misrepresentation of the truth because it is precieved to be very obvious, there is no intention to lie and make others really believe that one is representing the truth.<br /> <br /> ==Modern Day Issues==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> ==Monastery Rules==<br /> <br /> none<br /> <br /> [[category:Pacittiya 1 (Theravada)]]</div> Sun, 06 Aug 2006 07:44:18 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Practicalities_concerning_Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> {{Rule |<br /> | rule = Pacittiya 1<br /> | recension = [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)|Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha]]<br /> | briefdiscription = Not telling an intentional lie<br /> | factors = not specified:&lt;br&gt;See [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|commentary]]<br /> | offender = [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]]<br /> | location = [http://www.chaf.lib.latrobe.edu.au/dcd/tipitika.php?record=1273 PTS Vin IV, page 001].<br /> | relatedrules = Superceded by Parajika 4,&lt;br&gt; Sanghadisesa 8 &amp; 9&lt;br&gt; Pacittia 13, 24 &amp; 76<br /> | relatedsuttas = MN 61<br /> | commentaries = [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Commentary]]<br /> | practicalities = [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha) - Practicalities|Practicalities]]<br /> | inothervinayas = [[Pacittiya 1 (Dharmaguptaka Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Dharmaguptaka]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> The rule of '''Pacittiya 1''' of the '''Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha''' deals with intentionally telling a lie.<br /> <br /> ==Rule==<br /> <br /> ===Pali===<br /> <br /> ===English translation===<br /> <br /> ==Word Analysis==<br /> <br /> ==Origin Story==<br /> <br /> A monk named [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]] was prone to lying during debating sessions with members of other sects. Those people complained and his behavior was reported to the Buddha<br /> <br /> ==Permutation-series==<br /> <br /> This rule was not modified after it was laid down.<br /> <br /> ==Non-offences==<br /> The [[Vibhanga]] gives two exemptions<br /> *I.B. Horner translates the first one as &quot;he speaks in jest,&quot; jest being the translation of the Pali word davaa. The non-offence clause goes on to say that this means, &quot;he speaks in haste,&quot; with haste being the translation of sahasaa. This is commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> *Horner translates the second as &quot;he speaks in fun.&quot; The non-offence clause goes on to explain that this means, &quot;Saying, 'I will speak of this,' he speaks of that,&quot; also commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> Horner also notes that this is a rare example of of a non-offence clause having comentarial exegesis. Book of the Discipline, p 170<br /> <br /> ==Factors of Offence==<br /> <br /> The [[Vibhanga]] itself does not recognize [[factors of offence]] for this rule. See the [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|commentary to this rule]], which extrapolates factors of offence from the actual rule. <br /> ==Case-examples==<br /> <br /> ==Derived Offences==<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Commentary to this rule]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha) - Practicalities|Practicalities concerning this rule]]&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[category:Speach]]<br /> [[category:Rule instigated by followers of other sects]]<br /> [[category:Unmodified rule]]<br /> [[category:Pacittiya 1 (Theravada)]]</div> Thu, 27 Jul 2006 11:52:16 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Template:Rule <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{| class=toccolours cellpadding=&quot;3&quot; cellspacing=&quot;0&quot; border=1 align=&quot;right&quot; style=&quot;margin-left: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; background: #F5F5F5; 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I now incorporated BKh's Vinaya Worksheet into it. [[User:Admin|DJti]] 11:26, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> One issue where I am still doubtful about is whether to include the 'factors of Offence' in rules where the Vinaya Pitaka itself doesn't mention any factors of offence. Ajahn Geoff ([http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/bmc1/ch08-1.html] does mention them, and also mentions they come from the K/commentary. Here, however, the setup is a bit different, and we plan to put the commentary on a seperate page, just to be clear. So the question is then whether to mention the factors of offence on the first page, if they are a commentarial affair. I have now chosen a kind of intermediate solution to this, but it's not quite satisfactory. [[User:Admin|DJti]] 11:34, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> I changed it now, and it currently does not include the 'factors of offence' any more (in case they are not mentioned in the vibhanga). It is mentioned that the commentary did extrapolate factors of offence from the rule, and a link is provided.[[User:Admin|DJti]] 12:41, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> I have filled in a little text. It appears that some of the headings you, DJti added into the top form don't display quite right. For example both the gray area field and modern day issues end up into the practicalities section. Is that what you intended? I'm not quite clear on the distinction you are making between the chart at the top and the sections further down the page. I think I would have been inclined to include those items I just mentioned in the sections toward the bottom. Or perhaps on the commentary page? If the rule pages are going to be very narrow, then perhaps everything that isn't in the canon should appear on a single commentary page. Then within the commentary page it would include comments from the relevant ancient commentaries and then other issues related to implementation. Just a thought. I can see this is going to be tricky [[User:BKh|BKh]] 20:17, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> I added some more categories. I've always been fascinated by who agitated for the rules. If anyone can come up with a more succinct category than &quot;Rule instigated by followers of other sects&quot; that would be great. [[User:BKh|BKh]] 20:17, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> The table at the top filled the full width of the page once I added the related rules. Is that a bad thing? Another item that probably belongs in that section would be &quot;corresponding Bhikkhuni rule&quot; [[User:BKh|BKh]]<br /> <br /> :The table at the top I intended as a kind of overview and links-section. The main part of the text is currently set up to hold only things from the Vibhanga, and also to provide links to other relevant information. I will adjust the table a bit and make it less wide without removing anything from it. [[User:Admin|DJti]] 20:54, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ::I read somehwere that the PTS information is usually included in other editions, it's become some kind of standard of finding information even in other editions of the Tipitaka. I don't know however what the information is that's included. So is it the page-numbers or something else? And what is the exact formulation they use when the put this information in in other editions? thank you. Here I have no resources on Vinaya except the commputer-resources which I gathered over the years. There a Thai tipitaka but I never used one of those. [[User:Admin|DJti]] 21:02, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> :::A further refinement on commentaries etc: I think we can just talk about what's in the Vibhanga here, and use our own words to discribe it, and also use other people's words if we choose, together with translations from the Vibhanga. The commentarial thing is just for when the commentaries put down further definitions of what, according to that commentary, it actually is that is treated in the rule, because they go too far sometimes just by redefining it. Also they sometimes lay down additional rules or derived offences. Also the ''extrapolated'' factors of offences belong with the commentary. These kinds of things we wanted on the commentaries page, just to avoid confusion.<br /> <br /> :::Commentaries refers usually to the old pali commentaries. Ajahn Thanissaro's book is actually a commentary also in some ways, but is never called that. Gray areas and modern issues have a kind of commonality, in that knowing the gray areas is very usefull while moving around to other monasteries in the 'modern' world. Also gray areas frequently arise around the modern issues. That's why I put them together. But maybe they should better be seperated since they are different also. But I think they could appear together on the same page. Practicalities is something that covers both gray areas and modern issues I think. Maybe the two fields can be reduced to one field just called practicalities, which gives a link to [[Practicalities concerning Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha)]]. Then we would have the '''Vibhanga''' (this page), the '''commentaries''' and '''practicalities'''. Practicalities could also include comments about monastery rules (kor wat). If you know a better term which covers this we could use that also. <br /> <br /> :::By the way thanks for your edits and additions, BKh. Grouping articles can also be done using lists, which was my idea for hatthaka the sakyan (I don't know if he was the first offender for other rules also). I think only in the end we will see how these things work out best. We will probably end up using both methods (categories and lists) at the same time. So we can add the info on instigation to the table at the top, also. [[User:Admin|DJti]] 21:29, 20 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ==PTS reference==<br /> <br /> Hello, I found PTS page 164 (in the Sri Lankan Tipitaka) of the pacittiya chapter of the Vinaya Pitaka (Pali Canon: vinaya pitaka, Pacittiya, book: 1): http://www.chaf.lib.latrobe.edu.au/dcd/tipitika.php?title=&amp;record=1482<br /> <br /> However, I can't find the rule. I can find some rules on the following page, though not the musavada one. Can you find it? I was thinking we could provide a link to the pali text from the box. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 23:48, 21 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> :Now I found it: http://www.chaf.lib.latrobe.edu.au/dcd/tipitika.php?title=vinaya%20pitaka&amp;action=previous&amp;record=1273<br /> :It seems the complete reference is something like: <br /> <br /> :[PTS Vol V - 4] [z Vin /] [f IV /] (for the precise book)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :[PTS Page 001] [q 1/] (for the page in the book)&lt;br&gt;<br /> :Maybe you could check this in the PTS edition? And also how it matches the reference to page 164? thank you, Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 23:55, 21 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ::OK, here goes. I am looking at the gray PTS Romanized Pali text Volume IV. It starts on the first page with the first Pacittiya. That is to say the first page of the actual text which is were the numbering begins. In the PTS English translation, ''The Book of Discipline'' on page 164 the rule begins. There are two types of headers in the English edition. On the left page (where this rule begins) the header indicates volume number and page number of the PTS romanized pali edition. The page nummbers are indicated in line in the English text. They are in square brackets where the end of that particular page would come, aproximately. So in this case page one of the romanized Pali edition ends about half way down page 165 in the English edition. It looks like this:<br /> <br /> denied, acknowledge, [1] having acknowledgeed, deny<br /> <br /> ::So this is one way that the two texts are cross refrenced (don't know if that is the proper term). For clarification, the top of page 166 (second left hand page) has the following in the header on the right side:<br /> <br /> [IV.2<br /> <br /> ::This indicates that this page can be found in the PTS romanized version on page 2. It appears that where a an English page contains part of two pages, an indication of this is given, such as IV. 8-9. I hope all that makes sense. <br /> <br /> ::This is by no means a universal system, even from one volume to the next. I just looked in the edition I have handy for the Pavarana and there these romanized page numbers are in square brackets but are '''bold''' to distinguish them from another numbering system that I will try to explain below. And in that volume, there is no header at the top at all, so you are on your own to figure out what volume of the romanized Pali you are in.<br /> <br /> ::It is my understanding that the use of the page numbers in the PTS romanized Pali is the most common method used. The abbreviation for this citation would be Vin. IV.1.<br /> <br /> ::They just rang the lunch gong. Saved by the bell. I will try and write about the other method of numbering the text after lunch. Please offer corrections to what I have written as I hope to create an actual page explaining this. [[User:BKh|BKh]] 11:08, 22 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> :::If you go to [[References to Pali Texts]], to the section on Vinaya-pitaka, they explain what happened with the volume-numbers. In the English translations these were somehow switched so that 'Vin. I and II' ended up as 'The Book of the Discipline volume IV and V'. I also think the Pali version is the one that's used most commonly for references. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 19:39, 22 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ::::Ah. I didn't know this explanation existed already. Let me know if what I explain below is also somewhere else on the wiki (I have been composing off line.) It's such a curious system and I have seen so many people confsed by it, seems like it would be a nice thing to have on the site somewhere. I'll also try to figure out a way to look at all the pages on the wiki so I know what is where already.<br /> <br /> ::::I believe that when they are refrencing the Pali version they use the abreviation Vin. and when they are refrencing the English, which they do from time to time, they use BD, for ''Book of Discipline''[[User:BKh|BKh]] 20:31, 22 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ::'''Second type of notation system.''' There seems to be a second way of numbering passages. I believe it is also exclusive to PTS. It is more about rule numbers and section numbers. Part of what is confusing to me is that the rule numbers are used in the roman numeral form, as are the volume numbers of the romanized Pali editions. So at the top of two pages you have something like this:<br /> <br /> [IV.15 ''spine of book'' IV. '''2''',3]<br /> <br /> ::The first set of numbers before the spine of the book indicate Romanized Pali volume IV page 15. The second set of numbers on the second page indicates Rule IV section 2 subsection 3. You may or may not notice that the 2 is bold. This is critical to distinguish section numbers from subsection numbers. Another example:<br /> <br /> [IV.16-17 ''spine'' V. '''3,''' 2-3]<br /> <br /> ::So this would be Romanized Pali Volume IV pages 16-17 and rule V section 3, subsections 2 to 3. <br /> <br /> ::The way the section numbers and subsection numbers fall into the text is tricky. They are placed at the end of the section, at the end of the last line of the section. At the end of the section. They are placed in double straight lines. The section numbers are bold, as in the headers and the sub sections are in regular face. This seems to be easier to distinguish on a computer screen than it is in the text I am using. So if this paragraph were the end of section one, and there were no subsections it would look like this. ||'''1'''||<br /> <br /> ::Then section two would start and you wouldn't know if there were going to be sub section until you got to the end of it. Lets say this paragraph was the end of the first sub section of section 2. There would be an indicator like this. ||1||<br /> <br /> ::You will notice that the only difference between the end of section one and the end of sub-section one of section two is that for the section numbers they are in bold. So continuing on, lets say that this paragraph was the end of sub-section ''three'' of section two. Then there would be this indicator. ||3|| ||'''2'''||<br /> <br /> ::Notice how when the end of a sub-section is being marked along with the end of a section, it is the sub section number that comes first and the section number second. This is the exact opposite of the way it is indicated at the top of the page in the header.<br /> <br /> ::It appears that the same system is used for the section markings in both the English and the Romanized Pali. One should take this for granted, but I recommend not when it comes to these numbering systems.<br /> <br /> ::Please let me know if this makes any sense and if it is worth while to spend time figuring this out and creating a page explaining it. Perhaps you already know this, but others may not in the future. Metta, [[User:BKh|BKh]] 20:31, 22 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> :::Hello, I did not know this. I think the first system is easier, and propose using that system on WikiVinaya. The second system is more complicated, I get the basics of it, but I think I would have to see it for myself to readlly get it. The subject warrants a page on it, because it's quite fundamental information. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 01:05, 24 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ==Red links==<br /> I have made several beginnings, so many of the red links from this article now appear as blue. Some of the articles are just outlines, giving an idea of what can be included. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 00:56, 24 July 2006 (EDT)<br /> <br /> ==PTS Pali reference==<br /> <br /> Now I have made a link to the pali version of the Sri Lankan Tipitaka. It seems to me now that the Pali edition of the Vinaya Pitaka of the PTS has 4 volume, and the English edition has 5 volumes. And they also switched the numbers so the numbers of the Pali And english versions really never correspond. Nice to keep things confusing like this. Greetings, [[User_Talk:Admin|DJti]] 07:38, 27 July 2006 (EDT)</div> Thu, 27 Jul 2006 11:38:55 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> {{Rule |<br /> | rule = Pacittiya 1<br /> | recension = [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)|Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha]]<br /> | briefdiscription = Not telling an intentional lie<br /> | factors = not specified:&lt;br&gt;See [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|commentary]]<br /> | offender = [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]]<br /> | location = [http://www.chaf.lib.latrobe.edu.au/dcd/tipitika.php?record=1273 PTS Vin IV, page 001].<br /> | relatedrules = Superceded by Parajika 4,&lt;br&gt; Sanghadisesa 8 &amp; 9&lt;br&gt; Pacittia 13, 24 &amp; 76<br /> | relatedsuttas = MN 61<br /> | commentaries = [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Commentary]]<br /> | practicalities = [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha) - Practicalities|Practicalities]]<br /> | inothervinayas = [[Pacittiya 1 (Dharmaguptaka Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Dharmaguptaka]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> The rule of '''Pacittiya 1''' of the '''Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha''' deals with intentionally telling a lie.<br /> <br /> ==Rule==<br /> <br /> ===Pali===<br /> <br /> ===English translation===<br /> <br /> ==Word Analysis==<br /> <br /> ==Origin Story==<br /> <br /> A monk named [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]] was prone to lying during debating sessions with members of other sects. Those people complained and his behavior was reported to the Buddha<br /> <br /> ==Permutation-series==<br /> <br /> This rule was not modified after it was laid down.<br /> <br /> ==Non-offences==<br /> The [[Vibhanga]] gives two exemptions<br /> *I.B. Horner translates the first one as &quot;he speaks in jest,&quot; jest being the translation of the Pali word davaa. The non-offence clause goes on to say that this means, &quot;he speaks in haste,&quot; with haste being the translation of sahasaa. This is commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> *Horner translates the second as &quot;he speaks in fun.&quot; The non-offence clause goes on to explain that this means, &quot;Saying, 'I will speak of this,' he speaks of that,&quot; also commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> Horner also notes that this is a rare example of of a non-offence clause having comentarial exegesis. Book of the Discipline, p 170<br /> <br /> ==Factors of Offence==<br /> <br /> The [[Vibhanga]] itself does not recognize [[factors of offence]] for this rule. See the [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|commentary to this rule]], which extrapolates factors of offence from the actual rule. <br /> ==Case-examples==<br /> <br /> ==Derived Offences==<br /> [[category:Speach]]<br /> [[category:Rule instigated by followers of other sects]]<br /> [[category:Unmodified rule]]<br /> [[category:Pacittiya 1 (Theravada)]]</div> Thu, 27 Jul 2006 11:35:26 GMT Admin http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Talk:Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) http://72.14.177.54/wikivinaya/Pacittiya_1_(Theravadin_Bhikkhupatimokkha) <p>Admin:&#32;</p> <hr /> <div>{{begin}}<br /> {{Rule |<br /> | rule = Pacittiya 1<br /> | recension = [[Bhikkhupatimokkha (Theravada)|Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha]]<br /> | briefdiscription = Not telling an intentional lie<br /> | factors = not specified:&lt;br&gt;See [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|commentary]]<br /> | offender = [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]]<br /> | location = PTS Vin IV, page 001.<br /> | relatedrules = Superceded by Parajika 4,&lt;br&gt; Sanghadisesa 8 &amp; 9&lt;br&gt; Pacittia 13, 24 &amp; 76<br /> | relatedsuttas = MN 61<br /> | commentaries = [[Commentary to Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Commentary]]<br /> | practicalities = [[Pacittiya 1 (Theravadin Bhikkhupatimokkha) - Practicalities|Practicalities]]<br /> | inothervinayas = [[Pacittiya 1 (Dharmaguptaka Bhikkhupatimokkha)|Dharmaguptaka]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> The rule of '''Pacittiya 1''' of the '''Theravadin bhikkhupatimokkha''' deals with intentionally telling a lie.<br /> <br /> ==Rule==<br /> <br /> ===Pali===<br /> <br /> ===English translation===<br /> <br /> ==Word Analysis==<br /> <br /> ==Origin Story==<br /> <br /> A monk named [[Hatthaka the Sakyan]] was prone to lying during debating sessions with members of other sects. Those people complained and his behavior was reported to the Buddha<br /> <br /> ==Permutation-series==<br /> <br /> This rule was not modified after it was laid down.<br /> <br /> ==Non-offences==<br /> The [[Vibhanga]] gives two exemptions<br /> *I.B. Horner translates the first one as &quot;he speaks in jest,&quot; jest being the translation of the Pali word davaa. The non-offence clause goes on to say that this means, &quot;he speaks in haste,&quot; with haste being the translation of sahasaa. This is commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> *Horner translates the second as &quot;he speaks in fun.&quot; The non-offence clause goes on to explain that this means, &quot;Saying, 'I will speak of this,' he speaks of that,&quot; also commented on further in the comentary to this rule.<br /> Horner also notes that this is a rare example of of a non-offence clause having comentarial exegesis. Book of the Discipline, p 170<br /> <br /> ==Factors of Offence==<br /> <br /> The [[Vibhanga]] itself does not recognize [[factors of offence]] for this rule. 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