Archive » 5th precept http://archive.freedain.com Just another WordPress site Wed, 21 May 2014 18:09:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=3.9.40 Happy New Year everyone, may the 5th Precept keep you safe this evening. http://archive.freedain.com/2011/12/31/happy-new-year-everyone-may-the-5th-precept-keep-you-safe-this-evening/ http://archive.freedain.com/2011/12/31/happy-new-year-everyone-may-the-5th-precept-keep-you-safe-this-evening/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:52:01 +0000 http://archive.freedain.com/?p=7729 The Five Precepts:
1. Panatipata veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from destroying living creatures.
2. Adinnadana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from taking that which is not given.
3. Kamesu micchacara veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from sexual misconduct.
4. Musavada veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from incorrect speech.
5. Suramerayamajja pamadatthana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami
I undertake the precept to refrain from intoxicating drinks and drugs which lead to carelessness.

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And whatever translation of the precept you follow, whether it is completely refraining, or consumption without drunkenness, my best wishes to you, your friends, and family.

…joining palms

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