Venerables, these thirteen rules on suspension come up for recitation.

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At one time the Buddha was staying at Sāvatthī in the Jeta Grove, Anāthapiṇḍika’s Monastery. At that time Venerable Seyyasaka was dissatisfied with the spiritual life. He became thin, haggard, and pale, with veins protruding all over his body. Venerable Udāyī saw him in this condition and said to him, “Seyyasaka, you’re not looking well. You’re not dissatisfied with the spiritual life, are you?” “I am.” “Well then, eat, sleep, and bathe as much as you like. And whenever you become discontent and lust overwhelms you, just masturbate with your hand.” “But is that allowable?” “Yes, I do it too.”