Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c9.741
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c9.741
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3. Udena.—An upāsaka of Kosala. He built a vihāra for the Order, and he invited monks for its dedication, which took place during the Vassa. It being against the rules to go on a journey before the Vassa, the monks asked him to postpone the dedication. This annoyed him. When the matter was referred to the Buddha, he altered the rule so that a journey lasting not more than seven days could be undertaken during the Vassa.¹