Vassa

'Vassa' or Rains Retreat is a three-month annual retreat observed by Theravada monks and nuns during the monsoon season of South and Southeast Asia. It begins on the day after the full moon day of the Asalha month, which usually falls in July. The retreat ends in October followed by 'Kathina', where lay devotees offer robes and requisites.During Vassa, monks and nuns remain inside monasteries and temple grounds, devoting their time to intensive meditation and study. Lay devotees support the monastic sangha by bringing food, and other offerings.For a more detailed description, go to this link ...www.nalanda.org.my/entering-the-vassa-rains-retreat/ - Posted by CFFong