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 celebrated by some Mahayana Buddhist traditions. How do people celebrate? The day is a time to remember friends and family who have died in the… Read More »Nirvana 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 around the world. How do people celebrate? Buddhists will visit their local temple for teachings, chanting and praying Offerings are given to monks of food,… Read More »Vesak or Buddha Day
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 to enlightenment, and the day celebrates the Buddha’s first sermon. Who celebrates? Buddhists around the world. How do people celebrate? Buddhists will visit their local… Read More »Dharma Day
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