Unainpūrā Sukhlāl Subedār Maṭha: A Forgotten Historical Buddhist Site in Bangladesh
This little-known Buddhist monastery in Chittagong has been an important site of meditation since the 16th century
This little-known Buddhist monastery in Chittagong has been an important site of meditation since the 16th century
Exploring the meaning of Vesak as a trans-lifetime celebration of the Buddha’s final rebirth, and the many that came before
Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche marked the birth, enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana of Shakyamuni Buddha with the inauguration of a new monastery in Lumbini, Nepal.
A look at the themes and teachings that inform the celebrations of Vesak, including the life of the Buddha and the Buddha-era
Buddha Purnima is the biggest religious festival for Buddhists and was celebrated across Bangladesh, where it is observed as a public holiday, on 22 May.
How a new entry by Japan into UNESCO’s Memory of the World register demonstrates Buddhism’s uniting power and potential for Asian countries
Buddhists in the US celebrate the Buddha’s birthday in the first large in-person celebration at the White House
As Buddhists around the world celebrated the the day of Vesak on 5 May, His Holiness the Dalai Lama shared a message for Buddhists across the globe.
Sharing a sacred Vajrayana text as a symbol of international dialogue and cross-cultural relations
Second Gentleman Emhoff joins representatives of all…
Occasion marked by low-key gatherings and virtual events
Thailand was due to host the event for a 12th time in May