Understanding the Five Precepts
…g creatures, be they small
or large animals, or other human beings, have already earned
the notable merit of giving security to all lives.
2. Those who do not steal have already earned the notable
merit of…
…the first four precepts — not killing, stealing, committing adultery, and lying — earns significant merit. It elaborates on the Fifth Precept, which advises against consuming intoxicants, explaining how th…