Around 7.00 there are so many monks to feed, won't it be a problem for such a small rice stall like that? Seems that there are more food given out to the monks than what they can sell in a day's business.
Plenty of people offering food at this hour in the morning of course. It's not just one person or stall but a communal activity. Merit gained by this act of charity matters more than money making for many too. Priorities seen from the Buddhist perspective.
They accept whatever is given, without discrimination. Don't think there's any requirement for Buddhists to be vegetarian, providing that the animal hasn't been killed specifically for them -
"Monks, I allow you fish and meat that are quite pure in three respects: if they are not seen, heard or suspected to have been killed on purpose for a monk. But, you should not knowingly make use of meat killed on purpose for you."
I too am a believer that Buddha was not vegetarian. do I belive though that he didn't like to harm animals? Yes. I could never see the Buddha hurt an animal.
Thanks,Buddhists must do no harm to any sentient being. One of the 8 material things monks are allowed is the water filter so he will not inadvertently harm very tiny living creatures in the water.
Being a Vegatarian, I found out from my brother monks that there are 10 types of Meat the Buddha suggested they not eat Tiger,Lion,Snake,Elephant,Human,Monkey,Bear,Jaguar,Horse,Camel
this is atleast in The Theravadin Tradition Most Mahayana Buddhists try to vegatarian and make some awesome hope this helps
This was one of my favorite videos here on Youtube about Buddhism. I enjoyed to watch the Monks fullfill their day. Bless you my friend. Hope to hear from you :)
With all respect, the Monks are only eating pork as this is a serious time, even though sometimes Priests accept what is given, the Priests generally do not eat meat especially pork.
Perhaps you feel that Budddhists must be vegetarians. I respect your view but the two are not synonymous; a lot of Buddhists shun meat but not the majority, monks and laypeople alike.
Brings back memories. I had pious Burmese friends & the food, the song, takes me back to those younger days. Thank you for this very special upload.
MrResearcher122 3 months ago
Around 7.00 there are so many monks to feed, won't it be a problem for such a small rice stall like that? Seems that there are more food given out to the monks than what they can sell in a day's business.
panci0808 1 year ago
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Plenty of people offering food at this hour in the morning of course. It's not just one person or stall but a communal activity. Merit gained by this act of charity matters more than money making for many too. Priorities seen from the Buddhist perspective.
Wagaung 1 year ago
They accept whatever is given, without discrimination. Don't think there's any requirement for Buddhists to be vegetarian, providing that the animal hasn't been killed specifically for them -
"Monks, I allow you fish and meat that are quite pure in three respects: if they are not seen, heard or suspected to have been killed on purpose for a monk. But, you should not knowingly make use of meat killed on purpose for you."
gwalkron 1 year ago
besides who needs meat when you have an Alms Bowl ful of Sticky rice =)
Staplez440 2 years ago
This food looks great! And the care from which it is given is truly beautiful! Lovely vid!
kirk7524875248 3 years ago
I love this video! bless you my friend
I too am a believer that Buddha was not vegetarian. do I belive though that he didn't like to harm animals? Yes. I could never see the Buddha hurt an animal.
Dreadhead309 3 years ago
Thanks,Buddhists must do no harm to any sentient being. One of the 8 material things monks are allowed is the water filter so he will not inadvertently harm very tiny living creatures in the water.
Wagaung 3 years ago
Thank you my friend. It is so nice to see the monks fullfill their day.
Plus I give my thanks for the Buddha's blessing. He helped me get out of a depression.
Dreadhead309 3 years ago
Being a Vegatarian, I found out from my brother monks that there are 10 types of Meat the Buddha suggested they not eat Tiger,Lion,Snake,Elephant,Human,Monkey,Bear,Jaguar,Horse,Camel
this is atleast in The Theravadin Tradition Most Mahayana Buddhists try to vegatarian and make some awesome hope this helps
All the best
Blessings
Jay
Staplez440 2 years ago
News to me.
Wagaung 2 years ago
This was one of my favorite videos here on Youtube about Buddhism. I enjoyed to watch the Monks fullfill their day. Bless you my friend. Hope to hear from you :)
Buddha bless you
Dreadhead309 3 years ago
I love this...
azsoen 4 years ago
Nyeinjanyei; great peace and honour to all.
The Maha Sangha is the most precious in this world.
To do anything against The Maha Sangha is very serious.
Please do not harm any of the Monks and people of Myanmar. I beg protect the Maha Sangha and the people more than protecting oneself.
Please no violence and please everyone, do not use weapons. Please no violence and please everyone, do not use weapons.
UniversalRulingKing 4 years ago 3
With all respect, the Monks are only eating pork as this is a serious time, even though sometimes Priests accept what is given, the Priests generally do not eat meat especially pork.
UniversalRulingKing 4 years ago
They are not priests but monks. It is believed that the Buddha himself ate meat and died after becoming ill from having been given tainted pork.
Wagaung 4 years ago
I understand, that we may refer to the Lords in either. Would it be possible to give something else, if possible tofu? Or a buffalo dairy product?
UniversalRulingKing 4 years ago
Perhaps you feel that Budddhists must be vegetarians. I respect your view but the two are not synonymous; a lot of Buddhists shun meat but not the majority, monks and laypeople alike.
Wagaung 4 years ago
correct, not all are vegie. meat is eaten in some secs of practice. xie xie namo waquang
Amitoufo
socalltd 4 years ago