MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Nina Nemat with the Meditation Center of Alabama joins us this morning. Good morning to you. Good morning. We are talking about we Vesak Day, which recently passed. What is that?
On the occasion of Vesak Day, I convey my warmest greetings to Buddhists around the world. Vesak Day – commemorates the birth, enlightenment and passing of Buddha. And I express my sincere ...
Local Buddhists will gather at Warren Fitzgerald Community Auditorium June 16 to celebrate International Vesak Day. The celebration commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha Gautama ...
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Why Vesak Matters to Millions of Buddhists

Vesak marks the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and passing—all in one day. Celebrated by millions, it’s a time of reflection, generosity, and reverence across Buddhist traditions.
(RNS) — The White House will play host to a Vesak ceremony on Thursday afternoon (May 23), the fourth time President Joe Biden’s administration has marked the annual Buddhist holiday celebrating the ...
In my attempt to make good on the promise of the God Squad, which is to honor all the different spiritual paths up the same mountain, I ask you to join me in wishing the Buddha a very happy birthday!
More than a thousand people gathered to mark Vesak day at the Borobudur temple, a UNESCO world heritage site - Copyright AFP JUNI KRISWANTO More than a thousand ...
The UNESCO adopted Resolution 43 C/22 on the Commemoration of the International Day of Vesak at UNESCO, at its 43rd General ...
I am immensely grateful for the invitation to join you in commemorating the Day of Vesak. I thank the Permanent Missions of Sri Lanka and Thailand for organizing it. Today, millions around the world ...
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong’s Vesak Day address was a heartfelt tribute to 60 years of unity and progress. Emphasizing religious harmony, he praised Singaporeans—especially the Buddhist community—for ...