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[Nishith Sutra]
A Nirgranthi covers the head of another Nirgranthi with a non-Jain or householder, or approves of someone doing so. (This incurs a Laghu-Chaumasik Pratikraman.)
**Discussion:** The Pratikraman for a Sadhu having a householder perform their bodily duties, etc., is mentioned in the 15th Uddeshak. Here, two speakers discuss the Pratikraman for a Nirgranthi having a householder perform bodily duties for another Nirgranthi, or for a Nirgranthi having a householder perform bodily duties for another Nirgranthi. Such behavior can lead to doubt about the Sadhu-Sadhvi's restraint, etc. These faults should be understood as similar to those mentioned in the Sutra about having a householder sew a Sanghati in the 5th Uddeshak. The discussion of all other Sutras should be understood as similar to the 3rd Uddeshak.
## Similar Pratikraman for not giving space to Nirgranthis
123. A Nirgranthi who, having space in their dwelling, does not give space to a Nirgranthi of similar conduct, or approves of not giving space.
124. A Nirgranthi who, having space in their dwelling, does not give space to a Nirgranthi of similar conduct, or approves of not giving space. (This incurs a Laghu-Chaumasik Pratikraman.)
**Discussion:** Those who have similar conduct, are similar in the 10 Kalpas of Achelky, etc., and do not accept food, clothing, bedding, or disciples that are tainted, are called "Sadhu of similar conduct." It is necessary to give space to such Sadhus in one's dwelling if there is space.
Even if a Sadhu comes due to some difficulty and is not of similar conduct, they should still be given space. Not giving space when there is space is a violation of Dharma-Shastra and leads to a loss of restraint, an increase in attachment and aversion. Therefore, a Sadhu or Sadhvi incurs Pratikraman according to these Sutras for such behavior.
## Pratikraman for accepting stolen food
125. A Bhikshu who accepts stolen food, drink, edible items, or delicacies that are being offered, or approves of someone doing so. (This incurs a Laghu-Chaumasik Pratikraman.)