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Tharindu Roshantha


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Gender: Male
Status: Single
Age: 25
Sign: Cancer

City: Piliyandala
State: Western province
Country: LK
Signup Date: 3/14/2007
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 

Current mood:  cheerful

I am a monk for two years. I became a monk in February of 2005. Many asked me why I became a monk. I simply answer because I like it. Why I became a monk I don't know but it was the most important experience in my life I ever had.

 

It gave me a new way; gave me a different view of the life and the world. It changed me, changed me completely. It helped me to understand me and to understand what I can do and what my duty is.

I became a monk in a small monastery located in a small village in kegalle named Meedenuya. I still can remember the date I became a monk. I was so happy that day even my parents and all relatives cried a lot. But I could not keep that happiness for a long time because of many reasons. Some reasons are mine and some are others. I felt that this is like a prison after some time. Still this was a great experience and I am going to end it. I am going to disrobe. Personally I don't think I am a monk now and have to end it "officially."  I will tell you about my experiences and the things I've learned little by little.

cecil

 

Having lived in Sri Lanka for over 1 year I have some understanding of the society and the culture.  I also understand that the type of monastic life that is prevelent in Sri Lanka is very different to that of Laos, Cambodia and Thailand.  The major difference is that in Sri Lanka it is virtually unheard of, and certainly not socially acceptable for monks to "disrobe", where as in Tailand, Laos and Cambodia disrobing is the norm. 

In Sri Lanka, monks are evevated to a high position in society, an elevated status that extends to the family of the individual.  The phrase "The higher they climb, the harder they fall" is very applicable in this case, coupled to this is the very asian concept of "Saving Face".  The impact of disrobing will not be easy for this man, nor will it be easy for his family, in fact it may be harder on the family.  There is a very real risk of him losing his family and his community for doing what he believes in. 

In short this young man is taking a very brave step, not only for doing this, but also for openely doing it.  I anticipate that this pioneering move may pave the way for others who made a life long decision and now feel trapped in a prison of their own making. 

Good luck, and may your God go with you.  C. J.


 
Posted by cecil on Friday, April 13, 2007 - 9:58 AM
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Swim

 
Think about it and take the decision. Once you take it you should stick to your decision. You are the best person to take decisions about your life. There is no point sticking to a life that you do not want to.
 
Posted by Swim on Thursday, May 31, 2007 - 11:01 AM
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