act of merit - Thubten Chodron

Virtuous deed performed by a bodhisattva to demonstrate his sincerity and dedication to fulfill his aspiration to become a fully awakened Buddha. (Pali: adhikāra)

Bhikkhuni pārājika 1
An exploration of the first pārājika: the variety of rule formations and disrobal methods, re-ordination and the issue of sexual harassment.