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Why do Buddhist monks beg?
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It’s a good question… I’ve heard it has to do with the renunciation of possessions. When a monk leaves lay life, they renounce personal possessions, work, and even the idea of self-sufficiency. So going on the alms round serves as a reminder of this.
Another aspect of this is that it strengthens the bond between monastics and laypeople, both important parts of the sangha. The monastics practice humility and detachment, and the laypeople by giving dana gain merit and practice generosity.
Thanks Jeroen 🙂