The Buddha visited Kapilavmthu

June 10, 2016
The Buddha visited Kapilavmthu at the request of Kaludayi Thera

The Buddha visited Kapilavmthu at the request of Kaludayi Thera

23. The Buddha visited Kapilavmthu at the request of Kaludayi Thera

King Suddhodana heard that the Buddha was dwelling at the Veluvana Monastery offered by King Bimbisara of Rajagaha. He wanted to see Him. Nine courtiers, each with a large following, were sent on nine successive occasions to invite the Buddha to Kapilavatthu. All nine attained Arahantship and no reply was received. The King finally despatchedKaludayi. He went on condition that he would be allowed to enter the Order.

Kaludayi also became an Arahant and entered the Order. He then requested the Buddha to visit the city of Kapilavatthu. The Buddha proceeded there with a following of twenty thousand Arahants covering a distance of 60 yojanas at the rate of one yojana a day. It took him fully two months to do the journey. Kaludayi Thera traveled by air everyday by superhuman power and kept the Buddha’s father, Suddhodana, informed of the progress of the march. And on the day of the Buddha’s arrival, a great welcome awaited Him.

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