四分律行事鈔資持記 3.598

3.598

In the third [part], 'triple gate' is stated on the basis of its presence; in this country, lay households do not welcome people abruptly entering, so one may only remain outside the screens and curtains to avoid censure and suspicion. 'Snapping the fingers three times' is to let those inside know; today, shaking the khakkhara in its stead is even better. 'Not leaving immediately' means tarrying and waiting for them to come out; only if they do not come out does one leave. 'First eating what is cooked' is because it causes no harm.