Buddhists

Dharma Day, also known as Asala is when Buddhists from the Theravada tradition celebrate the teachings of the Buddha. Dharma refers to the Buddha’s body of teachings for the path… Read More »Dharma Day

Vesak or Buddha Day is the major festival of the year for Buddhists from the Theravada tradition. Vesak celebrates the birth, death and enlightenment of the Buddha. Who celebrates? Buddhists… Read More »Vesak or Buddha Day

Nirvana Day (Parinirvana) is the day when Buddhists from the Mahayana tradition remember the death and enlightenment of the Buddha at the age of 80. Who celebrates? Nirvana Day is… Read More »Nirvana Day