#(Buddha) 20 Site For The Monastery

Sudatta, a wealthy merchant, To Rajagriha, once he went. He was a generous person, Taking care of many orphans. He came from Koshala And heard about Buddha. He went to Veluvana And met personally Buddha. He was impressed much, With Buddha’s speech. He made a voluntary offer To build a monastery there. Buddha was too pleased To accept the offer he made. The merchant then went around Looking for a suitable ground. He saw a beautiful garden Owned by Jeta, the King’s son. It had lush green lawns, Tall trees and water resources. In all respects, it was The most suitable place, For the monastery proposed. But to sell, the prince refused. When the merchant pressed, An exorbitant price, Jeta quoted. He wanted that much gold, The garden could hold. All his assets, the merchant sold To purchase the required gold, But the garden was filled. Only up to half of the land. The merchant felt upset As his plan failed at last. The prince, in turn, felt For this poor merchant. At last, the prince agreed And the garden he spared Touched by Buddha’s speech Whom he liked very much. Soon a monastery was built. With his disciples, Buddha went And occupied the mansion To continue his mission.