Kathina Robe In Theravāda Tradition
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This paper takes a deep aim to discern the practical meanings and vital importance
of Kathina robe (cīvara) in Theravāda tradition. According to Vinayapiṭaka, Kathina practice
of early Saṅgha was just simple monastic acts and the monk who spread the Kathina and who
rejoiced in the Kathina are entitled to enjoy the five Kathina privileges (kathinānisaṃsa).
The characteristics of Kathina robe are offered to the Saṅgha (Saṅghikadāna) and the time to
offer the Kathina (Kāladāna). However, the Kathina robe was allowed by the Lord Buddha
for the convenience of the monks in their daily lives, mainly for their Dhamma tours and
used of robes.
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