The problem is that the very few recorded instances of abhi(c)channa refer
to something that covers something else in the physical sense. I think the
verse makes perfect sense when interpreted in the light of the early
Buddhists' attitude towards wearing fancy clothing, jewelry, garlands etc.
Take, for instance, the description found in Brahmajalasuttanta and compare
it to the rules of the patimokkha.
Best wishes,
Ole Pind
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