Early texts, EBTs - what do they say about gender *equality*, as opposed to *inequality*?

[Robert_Grosch]

@Russell

Dear Robert and all,

Here is an interesting link I found while browsing through Bhante Sujato’s blog:

The Other First Bhikkhuni – Santipada

Never really crossed my mind until I read it. Bhante Sujato shows that Mahāpajāpati wasn’t the first nun at all but Bhaddā Kuṇḍalakesā.

Dear Russell, dear Kay,

indeed this is a very interesting article by Bhante Sujato! I have to admit, I had not heard of Bhaddā Kuṇḍalakesā before, or at least I cannot remember. I also very much like the enthusiasm and openness expressed through the idea of the “Come Bhikkhunī!” ordination.

Thanks so much for bringing this into the discussion!

With much mettā,
Robert