The contents of the Vinaya

Traditionally, the contents of the Vinaya are the 227 Patimokkha (rules) that deal with 8 types of behaviour for monks and nuns

• Whilst they may appear negative in terms of outlining how to deal with offences, the overall purpose of the Patimokkha is positive and attempts to guide someone back to the right path

The section of the Vinaya  containing the Patimokkha is specifically directed towards the individual and is known as the Sutta Vibhanga

• There is also an additional Bhikkhuni Vibhanga with rules specifically directed towards nuns

Matters covered include 8 key areas…