We warmly invite you to one of the most profound events in the Buddhist calendar: the Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration. This annual event is not just a major spiritual event but also a vibrant cultural tradition offering numerous spiritual benefits:
* Mind Purification: By participating in festival rituals and chanting sessions, attendees can purify their minds, remove distractions, and enhance their inner peace and clarity.
* Merit Accumulation: In Buddhist tradition, virtuous acts lead to good karma. Engaging in festival activities is seen as a way to accumulate merit and increase spiritual welfare.
* Blessings and Wishes: The festival is a time to seek blessings for safety, health, prosperity, and happiness. Participants pray for their own well-being and that of their families, seeking to avert misfortune and fulfill their deepest wishes.
* Faith Enhancement: Participating in the festival deepens understanding and appreciation of Buddhist teachings, encouraging a more devoted practice and greater reverence for the Buddha.
The Saga Dawa Festival & Buddha’s Birthday Celebration is more than a religious ceremony—it is a cultural tradition that provides spiritual purification and comfort, deepening participants’ connection to Buddhism.
This year’s festivities will take place on Sunday, May 26th from 2 PM to 5 PM at 187 Thomas ST, Haymarket. The event will be led by the revered Ven. BanRuoShi and Tsering Tashi Khenpo, who will guide us through special rituals dedicated to Shakyamuni Buddha. We welcome everyone, whether Buddhist or not, to join us and your loved ones for this enriching celebration. May all your aspirations be fulfilled and may you enjoy peace and joy!