The Bhagavā, accompanied by a thousand converted matted-hair ascetics, arrived in Rājagaha, where his renowned virtues attracted King Seniya Bimbisāra and a large assembly. To clarify his supreme spiritual authority, the Buddha elicited a public declaration of discipleship from Uruvelakassapa, a prominent ascetic. Following this, the Buddha delivered a Dhamma discourse, leading King Bimbisāra and many others to attain the `dhammacakkhu` (insight into the Dhamma)". The deeply moved king, whose long-held aspirations were now fulfilled, took refuge in the Triple Gem, invited the Buddha for a meal, and subsequently donated the Veḷuvana (Bamboo Grove) park, which the Buddha accepted, thereby establishing the first monastery and allowing the Saṅgha to accept such offerings.
