A Comparative Study of the Pratimoksa: On the Basis of its Chinese, Tibetan, Sanskrit and Pali Versions (Buddhist Tradition)

SPECIFICATION: Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishers By : W. Pachow Cover : Hardcover Language : English Edition : 2007 Pages : 256 Weight : 500 gm ISBN-10 : 8120815726 ISBN-13 : 978-8120815728 DESCRIPTION: The Pratimoksa is a code of Buddhist monastic disciplinary rules governing the daily conduct and decorum of bhiksus (monks). It was established by the Buddha on various occasions out of necessity. This work discusses the historical cultural, religious and social issues in ancient India in relation to the rationale of formulating particular precepts. Depending on the special circumstances some of the rules may be enforced or suspended. On the basis of this code the Buddhist Sangha has the authority to impose punishment on the offender which ranges from expulsion to sanctions of probation, penance, forfeiture, repentance or confession. By effectively enforcing the code of Pratimoksa and observing the fortnightly recitation ceremony related to this text, the Sangha may attain th