Factors of Offence (Theravada)
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Many rules have specific factors such as:
- Object
- Intention
- Perception
- Effort
- Result
Sometimes the factors are enumerated directly in the text of the canon and sometimes they are only found in the commentaries.
When the factors are listed, all must be fulfilled to commit the full offense.