Dhanna in motion

The giving of food to support bhikkhus

A) The peal of the bell to summon the bhikkhu to their noon meal. Dates back to ancient times as the only form of communication in residence far apart.

B) Chanting and transference of merits to the donor/donors after the meal.


C) Pouring of water to signify the transference and acceptance.

D) Disposal of the water on the ground of the Wat to cement the transference and acceptance.