Vassana creates a special religious awakening
Making a great impact on Buddhist lives with meaning
According to Buddha, Vassana continue as a fulfillment
Of a long standing valued, disciplinary requirement
The moving story of Mathika Matha in Buddha Sasana
Is an outstanding event for Buddhists for their wasana
Mathika Matha, gracious lady full of love and compassion
Towards the Sangha, made the greatest ever contribution
This exemplary character born during Buddha days
Was involved in merit gaining activities in many ways
She reflected an array of distinct specialities
Ranging from virtue, moral values and good qualities
Sixty monks in Buddha time during Vassana
Were going in search of a place to observe Vassana
She ensured that the sixty Theras in Sangha society
Could observe Vassana very well with no anxiety
This kind hearted lady being aware of the urgent need
Arranged a residence in her village, Elagama with speed
Invited and offered to look after them well and fine
Paving the way for Buddha’s principles to shine
Her unfailing support was visible in every action
Even today this action of hers has brought great admiration
In life all the facilities Sangha was honoured with
Was the outcome of her hard work with great faith
She felt that what she achieved was her greatest wealth
And also the greatest joy she experienced in her life’s path
She was modest, upright with a sense of dignity
And she was well aware of her Sasanic responsibility
Her dedicated attention to Sangha welfare
Was reflected in her daily routine, very rare
Her attitude and action showcased her sincerity and affection
To Sangha and their spiritual life driving for close association
Then learning their valuable methods of meditation
She became an Anagami long before them with determination
After careful examination of the situation
The delay was due to lack of nourishing diet, was her conclusion
Thanks to her shraddha this too was well provided
Enabling them to be Maha Arahats fully accomplished
Her mission to Sangha was a great civilizing factor
Also, the revolutionary change in the Sasana too was a notable factor
Finally, they kept the Great Thathagatha informed
Highlighting Mathika Matha’s importance to the Buddhist world
Rupa Banduwardena
– Daily News Sri Lanka
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