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## Translation:
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The food or dwelling made for the monks of one sect is not considered to be inherently faulty for the monks of another sect. This topic is not mentioned in the original scriptures but is found in ancient commentaries. The meaning is that those who have similar principles and attire are called "sarmik" (similar) in terms of preaching and gender. Food, dwelling, etc., made for such a "sarmik" monk is not considered suitable for other "sarmik" monks.
The attire and principles of the four Jain sects have diverged, and each sect has established a completely distinct and independent existence. Therefore, the dwelling, etc., made for one Jain sect is not considered suitable for those of another sect.
In a small area with a small community of lay followers, the dwelling, etc., made for all Jain sects with a mixed feeling should be considered inherently faulty for the monks of all sects.
**Penance for the act of "Samyoga-Pratyayik" (sexual association)**
39. A monk who says, "There is no 'Samyoga-Pratyayik' action," or approves of someone who says so, incurs a minor monthly penance.
**Explanation:** "Eating together is 'Samyoga', and the action-karma-bond associated with it is 'Pratyayik'. If someone says there is no such thing, they incur a minor monthly penance. This is the meaning of the sutra."
"A 'Samyogik' monk who is purified by the elimination of the eight 'Uggamdosha' (root faults) through the practice of 'Samyoga' with another 'Samyogik' monk, becomes pure. If he becomes impure due to 'Uggamdosha', then the karma-bond associated with the act of 'Samyoga' and the penance for it are incurred." - Ni. Churni.
Therefore, one should not have wrong beliefs and interpretations regarding "Samyoga-Pratyayik" action. For detailed information on "Samyoga" and "Visamyoga", it is necessary to study the commentary. For general information, refer to the commentary of Brihatkalpa, Chapter 4, Sutra 23.
**Penance for abandoning a worthy "Upadhi" (object of attachment)**
40. A monk who abandons a "Lauya-pay" (cloth made from bark), "Darupaya" (cloth made from wood), "Mattiya-pay" (cloth made from clay), or any other object that is durable and worthy of being worn, incurs a minor monthly penance.
41. A monk who abandons a "Vath" (cloth), "Kambal" (blanket), "Pay-punchhan" (towel), or any other object that is durable and worthy of being worn, incurs a minor monthly penance.