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This framed photograph captures a solemn Buddhist ceremony. In the foreground, an older monk in distinctive yellow robes is central, performing an offering ritual with another monk in orange robes. They are positioned behind a table adorned with lush floral arrangements featuring purple, white, and yellow flowers. On the table, several ornate golden offering trays hold white cloth items and one tray features a golden miniature stupa. To the left, a monk in orange robes holds a white cloth, observing the central figures. Other monks in similar attire are visible in the background, some participating, while other attendees are present further back, including individuals holding cameras, suggesting a significant event. The setting appears to be a brightly lit indoor hall. The accompanying Chinese text provides context, stating the event is a "thousand monks almsgiving ceremony" (供千僧斋) held on September 3, 2023. It took place at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Monk Yaozhi (耀智大和尚) led a group of over 500 monks from various regions of Sri Lanka who attended the ceremony. The text notes this was the Guangzhou Buddhist community's third major overseas event, following similar gatherings in 2015 and 2017. Dignitaries including the three major Buddhist sectarian kings of Sri Lanka and important government officials attended this blessing and almsgiving celebration, which was described as solemn, warm, and deeply moving.
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