Spiritual Code and Restraints

Author(s): Manu Doshi
Publisher: Manu Doshi

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2) Sachitta Pidhän or Covering the articles of alms with sentient things: This occurs when the giver intentionally or unintentionally covers the articles of food to be offered with some live things. In either of these cases, the monk would not accept the alms.
3) Par Vyapadesh or Disowning the material: This arises, if the giver deliberately disowns what really belongs to him with the intention of not giving the same.
4) Matsaritä or Jealousy in giving: This arises, if the giver is actuated with the motive of jealousy by noticing that a monk gets what he needs without making any effort. This may also arise, if the giver notices some other person giving generously and cannot appreciate that generosity.
5)Kälätikram or Transgressing the time factor: This may arise, when a person deliberately remains out of sight, when the monk arrives or if he makes the offer at a time when the monk cannot accept it.
Observance of all the restraints or disciplines has to be done without any fault or transgression. If, however, the observer happens to get involved in any transgression, he
should atone for the same as early as possible.
INDIRA M. DOSHI MEMORIAL TRUST (TAX EXEMPT PUBLIC CHARITABLE TRUST)
OBJECTIVES OF THE TRUST
To popularize Jain thinking and culture
To promote fraternity among Jains as well as others interested in truth & non-violence
To extend appropriate aid to people in need
BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Ashok Doshi M.D. Megha Doshi M.D. Dipak Shah M.D. Niru Shah M.D. Chetan Doshi Ketaki Doshi Dipak Doshi Ginni Doshi