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Bodhi Day – Observed on December 8, Bodhi Day is observed to mark the moment that took place 2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha or ‘awakened one’.
Basics of Buddhism – Buddhism is a major global religion with a complex history and system of beliefs. The following is intended only to introduce Buddhism’s history and fundamental tenets, and by no means covers the religion exhaustively.
Life of the Buddha – According to tradition, the historical Buddha lived from 563 to 483 B.C., although scholars postulate that he may have lived as much as a century later. He was born to the rulers of the Shakya clan, hence his appellation Shakyamuni, which means “sage of the Shakya clan.”
Who Was the Buddha? – “Buddha” means “one who is awake.” The Buddha who lived 2,600 years ago was not a god. He was an ordinary person, named Siddhartha Gautama, whose profound insights inspired the world.
Wikipedia – The Buddha, according to the Internet encyclopedia.
Celebrate!
Mahayana New Year – This January 7th celebration signifies a sacred start of a fresh year with a hope to enlighten people’s life with bliss and fortune.
National Day of Vietnam – National Day of Vietnam is observed every year on September 2 in Vietnam.
Singapore National Day – Singapore National Day is a public holiday that is observed in Singapore on August 9 of every year. The day is set aside to commemorate Singapore’s independence from Malaysia which took place in the year 1965.
Indonesia Independence Day – Indonesia Independence Day is celebrated on August 17 each year. The national holiday commemorates Indonesia’s declaration of independence from the Netherlands in 1945.
Museum Lover’s Day – Museum Lover’s Day, on May 5 each year, is when all appreciators of museums come together to celebrate.
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