Wat Srirattanaram Monastery in Kearsley, hosted celebrations for Asalha Puja Day and the annual Buddhist Lent Candle Offering ceremony. The event marked the beginning of Buddhist Lent, a three-month period of spiritual reflection observed by Theravada Buddhists during the rainy season. Worshippers take part in the Buddhist Lent Candle Offering procession. (Image: Public)The tradition of offering Buddhist Lent candles dates back centuries, when monks remained in their temples throughout the rainy season. The spokesperson added: "The candle procession is a respectful way of bringing the Buddhist Lent candles to the monks.