Buddhists

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It's the end of Buddhist 'lent'. During the last 3 months, the elders of Ban Tham spend 3 nights each month in the temple, at different points of the lunar cycle. As Monks don't eat after midday, I guess the people in the temple don't eat either. And so the following morning the get breakfast served by the community. Today was Cave Lodge's turn.

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Photos

Nang's Dad
This is Nang's dad. He is wearing white for the temple, and this is a Shan style suit.

Monks
The monks are lined up and there was lots of things being said and bowing. I understood nothing, but just followed everyone else.

Waiting for food
People arrived from about 6am, but food didn't appear until about 8 I think.

Feeding the monks
Dozens of dishes were shared out between the monks. We all gave them a small amount of rice, and then there were curries and vegetables and muffins.