On another occasion a monk wanted to take an extra share and leave. “I allow you to give an extra share to anyone who gives something in return.” The distributors of robe-cloth thought, “How should we give out the shares of robe-cloth? According to the order in which the monks have arrived or according to seniority?” “You should satisfy those in need and then give out the remainder by drawing lots.” 14. Discussion on the dyeing of robes At that time the monks dyed the robes even with dung and beige clay. The robes were discolored. “I allow you to use six kinds of dye: dye from roots, dye from wood, dye from bark, dye from leaves, dye from flowers, and dye from fruit.”