量處輕重儀 2.36

2.36

First are items ordained to be possessed, meaning those that one cannot do without, namely robes, the pātra, sitting mats, and the like. These are all classified as light property (meaning they are light and can be kept on one's person, being essentials for supporting the Way). Second are items ordained not to be possessed, meaning things whose possession obstructs the Way and which are therefore prohibited, namely humans, animals, precious items, and the like. These are judged to be heavy property (meaning that the responsibility of these affairs is burdensome and their inclination toward worldly mindsets is strong; though there may be loose pretexts, they bring initial benefit but ultimate harm). Third are items permitted to be possessed, meaning those where both possessing or not possessing them are permissible, namely various requisites for maintaining the body and the like. These span both light and heavy property (meaning they depend on circumstances and benefits, where the original intention rests on the Way, the Way consists in purity and simplicity, and permissions and prohibitions are adapted according to capacity).