Pavarana

Pavarana is a Buddhist festival marking the end of the three-month Rains Retreat (Vassa), during which monks stay in one place for meditation and study. On Pavarana day, monks serve as spiritual guides, inviting laypeople to offer feedback on their conduct and practice. It’s a time for reflection, reconciliation, and renewal of commitment to the Buddhist path. The festival emphasizes humility, community harmony, and personal growth, fostering a deeper connection between monks and lay practitioners as they recommit to their spiritual journeys.