buddhist holidays

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Observance Day refers to each of the four traditional monthly holy days that continue to be observed in Theravada countries - the new moon, full moon, and quarter moon days. We keep track of fun holidays and special moments on the cultural calendar — giving you exciting activities, deals, local events, brand promotions, and other exciting ways to celebrate. We are not associated with any religion or organization. Many Theravadins from Cambodia, Laos and Thailand also observe this festival. Ullambana: On this day Buddhists make offerings of robes, bedding and daily needs to the monks and nuns to commemorate the kindness of the Buddhaâs disciple, Maudgalyayana. Â© Copyright 2018 BuddhismForKids.net - All Rights Reserved. On the fifteenth day, Ulambana or Ancestor Day, people visit cemeteries to make offerings to the departed ancestors. The Buddha told Maudgalyayana to make offerings to liberate his mother and others who had fallen into the realm of ghosts. Buddha statues are bathed, houses cleaned, offerings made to ancestors, and lanterns lit to bring good luck for the coming year. In Theravada countries, this day is known as Wesak and marks the Buddhaâs birth, enlightenment and death. This is a list of holidays celebrated within the Buddhist tradition. status : false, The Kathina Ceremony is held on any convenient date within one month of the conclusion of the three month rains retreat season (Vassa). },100); The traditional practice of Loy Krathong was originally meant to pay homage to the holy footprint of the Buddha on the beach of the Namada River in India. The celebrations are in the form of worship by reciting Guan Yinâs name and reflecting upon our own compassionate nature. Some festivals commemorate the Buddha’s teachings, while others tie into local or national customs. xfbml : true, But once a year in August, on the night of the full moon, there is a special procession for it.