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## The Second Section of the Sutra-Kritanga Sutra
The first section has been explained. Now, the second section is being started. This second section is connected to the first section. This is the study of prefixes. The aim is to explain the nature of prefixes. Prefixes are of two types: unfavorable and favorable. The unfavorable prefixes were explained in the first section. In this section, the favorable prefixes are being explained. This is the connection between this second section and the first. Its first sutra is as follows:
**Ahimsa, sahuma, sanga, bhikkhunam je duruttara. Jaththa ege visiyanti, na chayanthi javitte.** ||1||
**Commentary:**
These subtle attachments are difficult for monks to overcome. Some are overwhelmed by them and are unable to maintain their vows.
**Translation:**
After explaining unfavorable prefixes, now favorable prefixes are being explained. These are very subtle. Monks can overcome these prefixes with great difficulty, but many men are overwhelmed by them and become unable to follow their vows.
**Explanation of the Commentary:**
The word "atha" indicates continuation. After explaining unfavorable prefixes, favorable prefixes are being explained. This is the aim. The use of the word "ime" here refers to something that is directly present and nearby, which means that these favorable prefixes are being taken up, which will be explained later.
The affectionate attachment of family members does not distort the external body, but rather distorts the mind. Therefore, it is called subtle and internal. Unfavorable prefixes, on the other hand, distort the body in a visible way, and are therefore called external. These attachments, such as those to parents, are difficult for even virtuous monks to overcome. Even though unfavorable prefixes, such as those caused by obstacles in livelihood, are difficult to overcome, great men can overcome them by practicing detachment. These favorable prefixes, however, can also lead to virtue. Therefore, they are difficult to overcome. In these prefixes, some people, who are of lesser virtue, become disheartened and abandon their practice altogether. They are unable to maintain their vows.