Representatives from the three major Buddhist traditions gathered for prayers and candle lighting. By Alison Spiegel May 27, 2021 Wednesday, May 26, 2021 marked a historic moment for Buddhists in the US. For the first time ever, the White House celebrated Vesak, the holiday that commemorates the Buddha’s birthday, death, and enlightenment. Wangmo Dixey, Executive […]
Buddha’s Light International Association Western Australia celebrated Buddha’s Birthday on 17 and 18 April 2021 with multi culture and multi faith.
The ancient swastika symbol is almost universal – but made most famous by the Nazi rule of Germany and the ensuing World War 2 and all the hatred, violence and ignorance that was caused. This fascinating read that will explain how the Nazi swastika differs from the other types of swastika symbols used in many […]
The Dalai Lama, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, left his home on Saturday to receive his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and promote vaccination against the coronavirus, in what was his first public appearance in over a year. The 85-year-old scrapped plans to receive the injection at home, opting instead to travel to a […]
Ajahn Vayama was one of the very first Australian women to ordain as a Buddhist nun in Asia, and is the founding abbot of Dhammasara Monastery in Gidgegannup, Australia. Ajahn Vayama in front of her caravan at Dhammasara in December 1998 by Peace Weekes – originally published on Patacara Bhikkhuni Hermitage From an early age […]
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