Happy Vesak 2019

Vesak is one of the most important Buddhist festivals. It is also known as Wesak or Buddha Day. It is a celebration of Buddha’s birthday and, for some Buddhists, marks his enlightenment (when he discovered life’s meaning). It is also a time to reflect on his teachings and what it means to be Buddhist.

Vesak is celebrated once a year. This year, it falls on Sunday 19 May. The date of Vesak changes each year as it take places at the time of the first full moon of the ancient lunar month of Vesakha, which usually falls in May or early June.

Each Buddhist culture has its own traditions for the day, but it is celebrated in lots of different countries, including many across Asia such as: Malaysia, Singapore, India, Thailand, and North and South Korea. Many Buddhists will go to their local temple and some might even stay there throughout the day and night of the full moon. Many will do good deeds, take part in chanting and meditation, reflect on Buddhist teachings, bring offerings to the temple and share food with people.

Wishing all the Buddhist out there an advance Happy Vesak Day. May this Vesak Day bring you peace and happiness!