jan 1, 300 BC - Council of Vaiśali (Buddhist Second Council)

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ten points enumerated, as potential additions to the vinaya, based on seemingly lax practices of bhikkhus of Vaiśali. acceptance of gold and silver by monks a main point of contention.

elder arhats losing some infleunce. addition to vinaya rejected by majority. sets scene for schism

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