Historic ordination at Bodhipala Monastery is a step forward for SA’s Buddhist community

What happens during an ordination service for nine Buddhist monks? Our correspondent goes to find out.

Historic ordination at Bodhipala Monastery is a step forward for SA’s Buddhist community
Luang Por Kalyano and other monks receive alms from the community during the ordination day. Photo: Bodhipala Monastery.

Have you ever seen monks walking quietly along Randell Street in Mannum on a Wednesday morning, carrying large bowls in silence?

They’re from our local Bodhipala Monastery.

But what are they doing – and how might you get involved, if you’re curious?