If the Sangha makes him act according to an offense wrong speech, then that acting according to what’s been admitted is legitimate.” 5. Majority decision At one time the monks were arguing and disputing in the midst of the Sangha, attacking one another verbally, and they were unable to resolve that legal issue. They told the Buddha. “I allow you to resolve such legal issues by majority decision. You should appoint a monk who has five qualities as the manager of the vote: one who isn’t biased by favoritism, ill will, confusion, or fear, and who knows who has and who hasn’t voted. And he should be appointed like this. First a monk should be asked, and then a competent and capable monk should inform the Sangha: