Wesak 2009: Buddha’s birthday celebrated around the world this weekend »
Posted By DrDebBrown 7 months, 4 weeks ago in ReligionThe Buddha’s birthday is this weekend, and Buddhists around the world will be marking the occasion with celebrations ranging from quiet meditation and charitable donations, to elaborate and joyful rituals such as setting caged birds free to symbolize liberation from suffering, lighting oil lamps to symbolize enlightenment, singing, chanting, a float procession, and other festivities. This article discusses Wesak and offers quotes from the Buddha.
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