The World of Courtesans c5.47

c5.47

In the terms mentioned above, *pekkham* is equated by Buddhaghosa with *natasamajjo*. The *Sigalovada Sutta*, p. 300, says that the six dangers accompanying the *samajjas* are dancing, singing, music, recitation, conjuring tricks and acrobatic shows. We further learn from the *Vinaya*, ii. 107; iv. 267 that in the *samajja* not only amusements but also food was provided. Special seats were reserved for high officials and the *samajja* was held on the top of a hill. The last detail probably suggests that the festival was held at the time of *girimaha* or the worship of the mountains.