culture   Theravada Buddhist countries
14 commonsense assertions
Concepts (14) • monasticism (1) • reverence for monks (1) • alms-giving (1) • elephant (1) • religious festivals (1) • veneration of elders (1) • water festival (1) • offerings to ancestors (1) • reclining buddha statue (1) • reverence for elders (1) • rice cultivation (1) • spirit houses (1) • vesak (1) • wai greeting (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 monasticism Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, monasticism holds a central role as respected centers of learning and religious practice. 10
2 reverence for monks Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, monks are highly revered and respected, with a strong tradition of offering them food as a sign of devotion. 6
3 alms-giving Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, giving alms to monks is a common and revered practice. 5
4 elephant Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, elephants are revered for their symbolism of strength and wisdom in religious and cultural practices. 3
5 religious festivals Theravada Buddhist countries Religious festivals in Theravada Buddhist countries are characterized by elaborate ceremonies and processions. 2
6 veneration of elders Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, there is deep respect for and veneration of elders, emphasizing filial piety and respect. 2
7 water festival Theravada Buddhist countries The water festival is a lively celebration with religious and traditional significance in Theravada Buddhist countries like Thailand. 2
8 offerings to ancestors Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, making offerings to ancestors is a traditional way to honor and seek blessings from deceased family members. 1
9 reclining buddha statue Theravada Buddhist countries The reclining Buddha statue is venerated in Theravada Buddhist countries as a representation of Buddha's passing into parinirvana. 1
10 reverence for elders Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, the culture emphasizes reverence for elders through traditions of deference and seeking their guidance. 1
11 rice cultivation Theravada Buddhist countries Rice cultivation is a traditional and integral part of agricultural practices in Theravada Buddhist countries, where rice is a staple food. 1
12 spirit houses Theravada Buddhist countries In Theravada Buddhist countries, spirit houses are commonly placed outside homes and businesses, where offerings are made to appease spirits and bring good luck. 1
13 vesak Theravada Buddhist countries Vesak is a major holiday celebrated in Theravada Buddhist countries, honoring the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. 1
14 wai greeting Theravada Buddhist countries The wai, a gesture of respect, is a common form of greeting in Theravada Buddhist countries. 1