Tribes in Ancient India c53.142

c53.142

Buddhism also attracted many devotees among the Mallas some of whom, like the venerable Dabba, attained a high and respected position among the brethren.⁴ On account of his virtues, he was appointed, after due election by the Buddhist Saṅgha, a regulator of lodging places and apportioner of rations. He was so successful in the discharge of these duties, which required a great deal of patience and tact, that he was considered by the Saṅgha to be possessed of miraculous powers. But there were some who were envious of him, and preferred charges against him to bring about his expulsion from the Saṅgha. The venerable Dabba, however, was exculpated from these charges.