Take a look at the daily life of a Buddhist Monk Buddhist Monks Take a look at the daily life of a Buddhist Monk

Joining a monastery Boys have to have their heads and beards shaved A sign that they are willing to put aside vanity

There are 5 things a monk can own Sandals Needle and thread A string of beads A razor An umbrella

The rules… They need to follow the Five Moral Precepts Do not overeat Do not sing or dance Do not wear jewellery or perfume Do not sleep in a high or broad bed Do not handle money These rules are called the Vinaya

Daily Life 5.00am Chanting and Meditation Breakfast 7.30am Meditation Meeting to decide on the jobs of the day 10.30am Main meal of the day followed by a rest time Afternoon Perform daily tasks 9.00pm Monks retire