34 Pupils’ Duties to Preceptors

Co-resident pupils fail to behave properly toward their preceptors. The Buddha rebukes them and lays down detailed duties: providing toothbrush, water, seat, and gruel in the morning; assisting with robes and bowl; accompanying them to the village; preparing seats and water on return; washing and storing bowls and robes; attending them in sickness; and caring for them throughout life.