The Monks

I continued my journey to some other Budhist temples. The monks live at this particular temple. They said "Hello," so I stopped to talk to them. We talked for about an hour. I was surrounded by men and boys! I asked them what they do. They said that they chant in the morning and evening and go to school in between. They don't get paid, but they do have a place to stay and food to eat. They shave their hair very short and wear orange robes. I often see them carry an umbrellla or book. Under the robes, they have pockets. They were quite friendly and fun to talk to. Most become monks to get an education. They don't have to be monks forever, so most plan to do other things when they complete their education.