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190 [Bahutkalpasutra] **Provision for the investigation of a lost bed-spread** 27. If a Niggantha or Nigganthi, a Padihari or a Sagari, loses their bed-spread, they should investigate it. If they find it while investigating, it should be given back to them. If they do not find it while investigating, then it is appropriate to take another bed-spread after seeking permission from a wise person.
The commentator has stated that a Sadhu should be careful to protect any bed-spread or other items that they have requested from a householder's home and should not leave the shelter unattended. If they need to go out for Gochari or other reasons, they should appoint someone to guard the shelter. If someone steals it while they are away to relieve bodily needs, or while they are engrossed in reading or studying, or if someone runs away with it while it is being brought from the householder's home or while it is being returned, or if someone takes it while it is being kept outside in the sun, or if it is lost for any other reason, then the Sadhu should immediately investigate it.
If they find the person who took it while investigating, they should ask them to return it, saying, "O noble one! I have requested this from a householder. If you have taken it, please return it to us." If they are unwilling to return it, they should encourage them to do so by reciting religious verses. If they still refuse, they should offer them a reward. If they are a government official and refuse even after being asked, then the Sadhu should try to get it back by using appropriate means, as far as possible. If they still refuse, they should send a message to higher authorities and try to get it back. If they still cannot find it or cannot find the person who took it, they should tell the householder from whose home they brought the bed-spread or other items about its disappearance. If they can somehow get it back, they should use it again after seeking permission from a wise person. If they cannot get it back, they should request another bed-spread. If the Sadhu does not investigate in this appropriate manner, they are liable for atonement.