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# Khp 2 · Dasa Sikkhāpada — The Ten Training Rules
- URL: https://www.journal.ninthheaven.co/civilisation/trad-buddhism/khp-2/
- Published: 2026-06-01T00:02:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-13T16:55:39.000Z
- Description: Khuddakapāṭha · Khp 2. Translated by Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu.
- Author: Ninth Heaven Literature & Arts Association (NHLAA)
- Tags: Buddhism, Sutta Piṭaka, Text, Indian, The Buddha, Ṭhānissaro Bhikkhu, Khuddakapāṭha, Discourse, Pali, Early Buddhist, Library, #Import 2026-07-06 03:29

I undertake the training rule to refrain from taking life.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from stealing.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from sexual intercourse.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from telling lies.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from intoxicating fermented & distilled beverages that lead to carelessness.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from eating at the wrong time \[after noon & before dawn\].

I undertake the training rule to refrain from dancing, singing, music, & watching shows.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from wearing garlands and beautifying myself with perfumes & cosmetics.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from high & luxurious seats & beds.

I undertake the training rule to refrain from accepting gold & money.

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