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Revising the Pratimoksha, Blossoming in the Here and Now
On March 31 in Seoul, the revised Prātimokṣa for Bhikshus was released—something the Buddha himself urged Ananda to update after 45 years of practice. Printed in 1 000 Vietnamese and 1 000 English copies (plus a further 1 000 English for distribution to Sri Lanka, Thailand, Burma, China, etc.), it brings the ancient code up to date with our modern society. Highlights include:
- Four “degradation” precepts leading to loss of monastic status
- “Sangha restoration” precepts—confession before twenty monks for reinstatement
- “Expressing regrets” precepts—public apology to one monk for purification
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One hundred mindful-manners precepts focused on freedom and community use of cars, computers, internet, and communal living
A proposal calls for an international symposium every 20 years to keep the text relevant, while guaranteed study of the traditional Prātimokṣa ensures its preservation.
Spring has arrived in Plum Village, yet many hearts remain frozen by past sorrows or future fears. Hidden in our store consciousness are seeds of faith, friendship, compassion, and joy—ready to bloom when an obstacle (like a nylon sheet) is removed by the warmth of Sangha practice. Through walking meditation in April’s sunshine, we learn that:
- Spring is already in winter; without winter there is no spring
- Happiness and freedom are found in the here and now
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Love grounded in true understanding embraces impermanence and deepens our appreciation of each moment
A Q&A explores how to uncover that warmth, transform suffering into insight, and awaken collective peace—even amid war and personal doubt—so that every heart can blossom.