The Ten Training Precepts (KP2)

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from killing.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from stealing.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from sexual misconduct.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from lying.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from liquor that causes intoxication and heedlessness.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from untimely eating.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from dancing, singing, music, and visiting unseemly shows.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from the use of garlands, perfumes, cosmetics, and embellishments.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from the use of high and luxurious beds.

I undertake to abide by the precept to abstain from accepting gold and silver.

Translated by Piyadassi Thera.

From The Book of Protection, translated by Piyadassi Thera (Kandy: Buddhist Publication Society, 1999). Copyright © 1999 Buddhist Publication Society.

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