This is a zip archive of a book-length summary of the Buddhist Vinaya as it is found in the Pali canon of the Theravada school. The Vinaya is the ethical code that ordained Buddhists are expected to follow, and prescribes sanctions for various offenses or acts of questionable behavior, as well as discussed how accusations should be handled. The Vinaya represents the internal disciplinary rule of the Buddhist ordained sangha.
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Subject: The Buddhist Monastic Code
Author: Thanissaro Bhikkhu (Geoffrey DeGraff)
Uploaded By: RBCF Daofa
Date: 8/20/1998
File: VINAYA.ZIP (425177 bytes)
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This is a .zip archive of the DharmaNet text "The Buddhist Monastic Code". This is an ascii book detailing the precepts and regulations of the monks and nuns in the Theravada vinaya. This is an excellent primer for vinaya studies in general, as most tradition vinayas are very similar with only minor differences.
