Theravāda Collection on Monastic Law is the first complete English translation of the Vinaya Piṭaka, the ancient Buddhist monastic code of the Theravāda tradition. Created over more than a decade by Bhikkhu Brahmali, this six-volume work meticulously translates the entire Pāli Vinaya into clear, accessible English.
The hexalogy covers:
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Rules for monks (Part I & II)
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Rules for nuns
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The Mahāvagga (“Great Division”)
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The Cullavagga (“Lesser Division”)
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The Parivāra (“Compendium”)
This translation is more than a scholarly effort—it is a living guide for monastics, shaped by practical experience and deep engagement with the Pāli Canon. Released under Creative Commons Zero (CC0), it is offered freely for the benefit of all.
Bhikkhu Brahmali’s work updates and improves upon earlier translations, notably I.B. Horner’s, by including previously omitted passages and correcting inaccuracies. Published by SuttaCentral and supported by a team of volunteers, this work represents a milestone in Buddhist textual accessibility.
Download the entire hexalogy below and explore the foundational code of Theravāda monastic life in full – more than 3.000 pages:
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