Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c12.s1.t4.2

v2.c12.s1.t4.2

In 15th century CE, Tsongkhapa strictly standardised the regulations of Ganden Monastery (dgav ldan dgon) and called on all the lamas to reside in their respective monasteries and practice Buddhism in summer, avoiding harming other living things such as insects if they go out. When they stop meditation and go downhill, the secular world offered yoghurt as a thankful gesture for their successful practice. That later became a rule, more specifically, a grand Buddhist festival locally. In the beginning of 17th century CE, it evolved into a grand event celebrated by both lamas and ordinary people. Lamas hold their "Buddha painting show" and other ceremonies in various large monasteries; on the other