Analysis of Contributions of Visakha to Buddhism

Abstract

Visakha is an important person for Buddhism which has been widely discussed especially about being a person who has supported and nurtured Buddhism since childhood and assistance to society. An important role in Buddhism is such as asking for 8 blessings to allow the Lord Buddha to grant various food items that had never been allowed to monks before. She was the one who caused the Buddha to allow monks to use napkins, water pots, brooms, hand fans, palm leaf fans, and the creation of religious objects. There is also a part where the Buddha prescribed rules of conduct for monks and nuns.

            One of her eight blessings was to offer rain bathing robes to the monks. Until it became a merit-making tradition that all Buddhists have continued to practice until the present. Even though she had given alms, kept the precepts and meditated, she still did not ignore the inappropriate behavior of the monks. She went in and informed her with kindness. In order for them to behave correctly according to the Dhamma and discipline, for their prosperity and the stability of Buddhism. Moreover, as she was a Buddhist who lived among people who practiced other religions. She still had strong faith in the Triple Gem. She also persuaded many people to convert to Buddhism. Because of the goodness that she has performed consistently. As a result, she gained the faith and acceptance of those people.