Abstract

• This paper examines Tradition of Twin-yoe Twin-za and a Sacred Monument (Repository of Tipiṭaka Inscriptions) in Yenanchaung. It aims at having a notion that Dhamma Zedȋ (Repository of Tipiṭaka Inscriptions by Lord Buddha) which is included in four kinds of Zedȋ of Theravada Buddhism must be revered deeply in the hearts of all the Buddhists. It aims at bringing out a spirit of protection for Dhamma Zedȋ threatened by the lack of maintenance, and at taking a notice of such sacred monument in Yenanchaung. Based on primary sources and secondary documents, the descriptive method is used for scenes of the monumental buildings, and the analytical method is used for assessing the data collected and visual sources. This paper provides three new interpretations: (1) recognition of struggle for consolidation of Theravada Buddhism in the colonial period (1886-1947) influenced by other religions; (2) recognition of attribute made by an ordinary family who was capable of building such Dhamma Zedȋ; and (3) recognition of significant structure of the Repository Complex and workmanship on stone slabs. By searching for further Repositories established in Myanmar, the noble practice for strengthening Theravada Buddhism by means of building Dhamma Zedȋs has to be honoured. It is expected that all the Buddhists will take a great value for having such practice and will keep a special care for preserving such sacred monuments (Dhamma Zedȋs).