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The Yona Monks: How Greeks Became Buddhists in Ancient India

The Yona Monks: How Greeks Became Buddhists in Ancient India

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After Alexander's eastern campaign and the rise of the Indo-Greek kingdoms, a fascinating cultural fusion took place: Greeks—called Yonas in Indian sources—embraced Buddhism and became influential figures in the spread of the faith. This episode explores the story of the Yona monks, focusing on the Mahavamsa's account of the Greek elder Mahadhammarakhita and the 30,000 Yona monks who attended the dedication of the Mahathupa (Great Stupa) in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, around 140 BCE. We discuss the historical context of Greek settlements in Gandhara and Bactria, the role of King Menander (Milinda) and the Milinda Panha, the multilingual rock edicts of Ashoka that mention Yonas, and the archaeological evidence from sites like Dharmarajika and Butkara. Lucas and Luna examine how the encounter between Hellenistic and Buddhist thought led to innovations in art (Gandharan sculpture), philosophy, and monastic organization. The episode also touches on the paradox of Greek warriors becoming peace-seeking monks and the legacy of this cross-cultural moment. #Yona #GreekBuddhism #IndoGreek #Menander #MilindaPanha #Mahadhammarakhita #Anuradhapura #Mahavamsa #Gandhara #Bactria #Ashoka #Dhammarakkhita #BuddhistMonks #Hellenism #AncientIndia #History #FexingoHistory #SilkRoad Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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