Buddha Jayanti

12th May

Buddha Jayanti

12th May

Celebrating the Birth, Enlightenment, and Death of Lord Buddha

Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, is a significant festival celebrated by Buddhists around the world, particularly in Nepal, India, and Sri Lanka. It marks the birth, enlightenment, and death of Lord Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as the Buddha. Celebrated on the full moon day in the month of April or May, Buddha Jayanti is a time for reflection, meditation, and prayers.

In Nepal, the day holds special significance, with thousands of devotees visiting the sacred sites like Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. People gather at stupas and monasteries to light butter lamps, offer prayers, and participate in religious rituals. Monks and laypeople recite Buddhist scriptures, and there are processions, prayers, and discussions about Buddha’s teachings of peace, compassion, and wisdom.

The celebration of Buddha Jayanti serves as a reminder of the Buddha’s profound impact on humanity, teaching the path to enlightenment through mindfulness, meditation, and the practice of ethical conduct. It’s not just a religious event but also an opportunity for people of all backgrounds to come together in promoting peace, harmony, and spiritual growth.

Buddha Jayanti is a time to reflect on the virtues of non-violence and compassion, which continue to inspire millions worldwide.

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