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.

Tourist saves Buddha statue - Geneva shop removes shoe garland after letters

The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect (5)

The 38 Ways to Happiness. The First Group of Blessings. Blessing Three :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect (5)

Buddhism losing fast in Mongolia

What are the benefits of making merit?

The benefit of making great merit and offering alms to monks and monastic communities

Press Conference of the 2012 Nationwide Rain Retreat Ordination Program of 100,000 Monks

Committee of Department of Religious Affairs arranged the press conference of the 2012 Nationwide Rain Retreat Ordination Program of 100,000 Monks to celebrate the 2,600th Anniversary of the Enlightenment Day of the Lord Buddha.

The Universality of Meditation

To not think at all, anyone of any religion in this world can do, whether one is a Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, Hindu and so on.

Vesak Day an International Day of the World

Why is Vesak Day an International Day of the World?

The Source of Happiness and Peace

The differences among beliefs, cultures, customs, nationalities, religions or languages are only superficial external differences.

The Kalyanamitra School

A school that is a kalyanamitra School can be a school of any levels, whether it be primary, secondary