Question

Why were the Sanghas established?

Answer 1

1. Buddha in order to carry his messages to different parts of India established the Buddhist Sangham or the Holy order of monks.
2. The Bhikshus (monks) and the Bhikshunis (nuns) were employed in spreading the faith.
3. They had to lead a life of purity and poverty.
4. Buddhism spread to Central Asia, Sri Lanka, Tibet, South East Asia, as well as the eastern countries of China, Mongolia, Korea, Japan, and Vietnam.