勅修百丈清規 5.52

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5.52

The Daśādhyāya Vinaya says: 'The Buddha permitted the keeping of a walking staff; its tip uses iron for firmness; this is an excellent aid for travel.' Furthermore, the Vinaya says: 'The Buddha permitted the keeping of a walking staff for two reasons: first, for being old, emaciated, and lacking strength; second, for being afflicted with illness and suffering.'

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勅修百丈清規 — Classical Chinese