This monk's alms bowl is made of brushed stainless steel and measures 10 inches by 11 inches, with an opening 8 inches across. The shape is round to oval with a flat bottom and a narrowed opening. It is sold as a set: the bowl, a polished stainless steel plate and lid, a rattan stand, an orange cloth cover and a shoulder strap, all of which can be seen in the photos.
In the Theravada Buddhist traditions of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Sri Lanka, monks go on the morning alms round, known in Thai as binthabat, and receive food offerings from lay supporters in a bowl like this one. The plain, unadorned finish keeps the bowl simple, in keeping with monastic custom. The bowl suits monastic use, a home altar display, or anyone studying Buddhist customs.
Naree features this alms bowl on Uniquely Thai Lao TV, and it is one of Naree's picks for customers who want a traditional Thai monk's bowl.
