What is the historical background of the Buddhist Lent season or rainy retreat and the activities of monks during these months?

This period of the year is known as the Buddhist Lent season or rainy retreat. I would like to know the historical background of this religious event and the activities of monks during these months.

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Dhamma Practice (5)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The Fifth Group of Blessings. Blessing Sixteen :- Dhamma Practice.

Schedule of the Sunday Ceremonies on Sunday Septemer 9th, 2012

Schedule of the Sunday Ceremonies on Sunday September 9th, 2012. The special ceremony - The ceremony of receiving the Guinness World Records Certificate!!

Schedule of the 2013 New Year Dhutanga

Schedule of the 2013 New Year Dhutanga during Sunday December 30th, 2012 – Tuesday January 1st, 2013 At Kaewsarapadnuk Room in the International Dhammakaya Meditation Hall

Young People and the Lord Buddha

In recent years, a new generation of young people has started to wonder why Buddhists highly regard the Lord Buddha to be the greatest sanctuary, although he was only human

Overview #1

After the Enlightenment which transformed Siddhattha Gotama into the Lord Buddha beneath the Bodhi tree on the banks of the River Neranjara

Dad, Why Were We Born?

One day, a family invited guests to their home for a religions rite for the great-grandparent. After the ceremony, when all the guests had left, the son asked the father,

The Heart of the Family#4

Sacrifice means generosity in living together as a family. Placing the well-being of the family ahead of ourselves

Regular Dhamma Discussions

This is a proverb the Lord Buddha taught, reflecting the precious value of wisdom. The foundation of human life is based on a great number of problems

The Birth of a Meritorious Person

Everyone feels excited when there is a new addition to the family. Some of these families are so elated they invite monks to receive offerings at their homes for seven days