Gray and saffron are the colors of choice for Theravada Buddhist followers in Southeast Asia. Gray gowns are traditionally dyed with charcoal powder. Gray means harmony and also reminds the monks of the fact that after death their body will be burned and will become gray ashes.

Stock photo: Gray and saffron are the colors of choice for Theravada Buddhist followers in Southeast Asia. Gray gowns are traditionally dyed with charcoal powder. Gray means harmony and also reminds the monks of the fact that after death their body will be burned and will become gray ashes. was taken by avamariia .