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July ▼
In
July
(Nayon)
'Beginning of Buddhist Lent
Waso Full moon Day in (July) commemorates the Buddha's First
Sermon and the beginning of the Buddhist Lent. It is an
occasion for religious function of the Sangha but the laity
also participates in it with offerings of food, robes,
shelter (Monastery) and medicine (the four requisites of a 'Bikkhu')
to the Sangha going into the rain retreat. Young people go
on outgoings to pick flowers in season to offer at pagodas.
There are also novitiation and ordination ceremonies all
over the country. It is a period for reflection, meditation
and contemplation. Ordinary folk are also expected to be
more spiritual. Events such as marriages and moving house
are avoided.
Waso Beginning of Buddhist Lent
Full moon Day Waso in July
Festivities
Venue - Whole Country
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