The Buddha's father in not impressed to see his son begging in the street

The Buddha finally arrives in Kapilavatthu and goes collecting alms in the street. His father sees him and is very annoyed: 'You are descended of kings, it is not our custom to beg.' But the Buddha reminds him: 'You are descended of kings but my descent is of the Buddhas of old.'

King Suddhodana finally understands and invites the Buddha and his retinue of monks to the palace for a meal.

King Suddhodana brings Yashodara (the Buddha's wife) and their son Rahula to meet the Buddha. It is suggested that Rahula should be given his inheritance. Later , in response to this, the Buddha ordains him as the first novice. The King is not pleased with the loss of yet another heir to the throne and this becomes the basis for the rule that parents' permission is required for ordination.