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SÛTRAKRITÂNGA.
He is a Bhikshu for this reason that he is not conceited, but modest, and obedient (to his Guru), that he subdues his senses, is well qualified (for his task), and abandons his body, that he sustains all troubles and calamities, that he practises with a pure mind the (prescribed) conduct, exerts himself well, is steadfast, and eats but a moderate quantity1 of food which is given him by others. (Such a man) deserves the name of a Bhikshu. (4)
He is a Nirgrantha for this reason that he is single2, knowing the absolute (âtman), awakened, proof against sins, well disciplined; that he possesses the Samitis and equanimity, knows the true nature of the Self, is wise, has renounced the causes of sin both (objectively and subjectively), does not desire honour, respect, and hospitality, but searches and knows the Law, endeavours to gain Liberation, and lives restrained. (Such a man) deserves the name of a Nirgrantha, who subdues his senses, is well qualified (for his task), and abandons his body. (5)
Know this to be thus as I have told you, because I am the Saviour. (6)
Thus I say.
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1 Samkhâya. The commentator takes this word as a gerund
and explains it knowing (the vanity of the world).
2
Eka, i. e. free from love and hate. Dravyatô bhâvatas ka.
