What are some of the rules laid down for the Bhikkhus in the Vinaya Pitaka?

Some of the rules laid down for the Bhikkhus in Vinaya Pitaka are:

  1. A Bhikkhu should keep a new blanket with him for six years. If he tries to acquire a new blanket within six years without the permission of the other Bhikkhus, then his blanket will be forfeited.
  2. A bhikkhu can accept only two or three bowls of cakes or cooked grain meals offered by a family during his visit. If he takes more than that then he has to confess and share it with other Bhikkus.

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