Ordination Question

Discussion of ordination, the Vinaya and monastic life. How and where to ordain? Bhikkhuni ordination etc.
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theravada_guy
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Ordination Question

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Greetings all,

Over the course of time, I have considered going forth. What are the diseases that keep one from ordaining? I have eczema...And as far as I know, that's one of them. Am I right with that view? Am I totally put out from ever becoming a bhikku? I also take medication for depression. What would the view be on this one?
With mettā,

TG
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http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/auth ... .ch14.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Search the page for 'eczema'. Yes, it is a disqualification. Not sure about the meds.
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This may help the skin condition itself. Please show it to your doctor.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/2008/10/06/41864.aspx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Though one may conquer a thousand times a thousand men in battle, yet he is indeed the noblest victor who conquers himself. ---Dhp 103
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Greetings notself,

Thanks!
With mettā,

TG
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If your doctor agrees with the study, let me know how it goes. :anjali:
Though one may conquer a thousand times a thousand men in battle, yet he is indeed the noblest victor who conquers himself. ---Dhp 103
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