Buddhist Holidays
There are myriad Buddhist holidays. Not all holidays are observed in all traditions, and some observed in all traditions are observed on different days. Vesak, the Buddha's birthday, is the most universally celebrated holiday, usually observed in May.
Buddhist Holidays for 2008
Here is a list of major Buddhist holidays for calendar year 2008. The dates for many Buddhist holidays are determined by the phase of the moon rather than by calendar, so these dates are accurate only for 2008. Also note that many holidays are observed at different times by the various schools of Buddhism.
Here is a list of major Buddhist holidays for calendar year 2008. The dates for many Buddhist holidays are determined by the phase of the moon rather than by calendar, so these dates are accurate only for 2008. Also note that many holidays are observed at different times by the various schools of Buddhism.
Buddhist Holidays for 2008
Here is a list of major Buddhist holidays for calendar year 2008. The dates for many Buddhist holidays are determined by the phase of the moon rather than by calendar, so these dates are accurate only for 2008. Also note that many holidays are observed at different times by the various schools of Buddhism.
Here is a list of major Buddhist holidays for calendar year 2008. The dates for many Buddhist holidays are determined by the phase of the moon rather than by calendar, so these dates are accurate only for 2008. Also note that many holidays are observed at different times by the various schools of Buddhism.
Nirvana Day
Nirvana Day -- Parinirvana -- is a Mahayana Buddhist observation of the death and attainment of Nirvana of the historical Buddha. Nirvana Day is most often celebrated February 15.
Nirvana Day -- Parinirvana -- is a Mahayana Buddhist observation of the death and attainment of Nirvana of the historical Buddha. Nirvana Day is most often celebrated February 15.
Makha Bucha Day
The Buddhist holiday of Sangha Day is called Makha Bucha Day in Thailand. Sangha Day is observed about a month earlier in Thailand than in other parts of Asia.
The Buddhist holiday of Sangha Day is called Makha Bucha Day in Thailand. Sangha Day is observed about a month earlier in Thailand than in other parts of Asia.
Magha Puja Day
Magha Puja Day is a day to show appreciation Buddhist monastics for their dedication and practice.
Magha Puja Day is a day to show appreciation Buddhist monastics for their dedication and practice.
Buddha's Birthday
Buddha’s birthday, often called Vesak or Visakha Puja, is celebrated on different dates by various schools of Buddhism. Whatever the date, it is a joyous holiday featuring parades, hanging lanterns, and the sharing of food and flowers.
Buddha’s birthday, often called Vesak or Visakha Puja, is celebrated on different dates by various schools of Buddhism. Whatever the date, it is a joyous holiday featuring parades, hanging lanterns, and the sharing of food and flowers.
Buddhist Holidays and Festivals
Most of the many holidays and festivals celebrated by Buddhists around the world commemorate important events in the life of the Buddha. The date of the holidays often differ by country and tradition.
Most of the many holidays and festivals celebrated by Buddhists around the world commemorate important events in the life of the Buddha. The date of the holidays often differ by country and tradition.
Buddhist Festivals and Holidays
Another list of Buddhist holidays, from Urban Dharma.
Another list of Buddhist holidays, from Urban Dharma.
What Is Vesak?
How and when the Buddha's birth is commemorated in some Buddhist traditions.
How and when the Buddha's birth is commemorated in some Buddhist traditions.
The Significance of Vesak -- Buddha Day
Vesak, or Buddha Day, is the traditional observance of the birth of the historical Buddha. This essay by the Venerable Mahinda reminds us why the life of the Buddha is still significant.
Vesak, or Buddha Day, is the traditional observance of the birth of the historical Buddha. This essay by the Venerable Mahinda reminds us why the life of the Buddha is still significant.
Uposatha Observance Days
Uposatha days are times of renewed dedication to Buddhist practice, observed by both lay followers and monastics of Theravada Buddhism.
Uposatha days are times of renewed dedication to Buddhist practice, observed by both lay followers and monastics of Theravada Buddhism.