Tribes in Ancient India c50.220

c50.220

The *Vimānavatthu Commentary* points out that Rājagṛha was much frequented by Gautama Buddha and his disciples. The people of Rājagṛha were always ready to satisfy the needs of the bhikkhus.¹ Buddhaghosa records various facts about Rājagṛha. For instance, two chief disciples of the Buddha went to the city, and the inhabitants showered charities upon them. A silk robe was also given in charity to Devadatta (the Buddha’s wicked cousin).² The *Samantapāsādikā* records that Rājagṛha was a good place, having accommodation for a large number of bhikkhus.³ We may also mention two Jātaka references to legends regarding Rājagṛha.⁴