Buddha Purnima celebrated with great fervor in Buddhist countries

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Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, is a significant festival celebrated by Buddhists around the world.

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Buddha Purnima 2023: Date, Time, Tithi and Significance of the Festival

It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

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Buddhists worldwide celebrate Buddha Purnima

Buddha Purnima falls on the full moon day in the month of Vaishakha in the Hindu calendar, which usually falls in April or May.

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Buddha Purnima commemorates birth, enlightenment and death of Gautama Buddha

In 2023, Buddha Purnima will be celebrated on May 10.

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 Buddha Purnima falls on May 10, 2023

Devotees offer prayers, light lamps and incense on Buddha Purnima

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The festival is celebrated with great fervor in Buddhist countries

Devotees visit Buddhist temples and monasteries, offer prayers, light lamps and incense, and make offerings to the Buddha.

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Buddhist temples and monasteries attract visitors on Buddha Purnima

The day is also marked by teachings, meditation, and acts of kindness and compassion

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Buddha Purnima celebrated with teachings, meditation and acts of kindness

In some countries, Buddha Purnima is a public holiday.

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Buddha Purnima observed as public holiday in some countries

The festival is a reminder of the Buddha's teachings on non-violence, compassion, and the pursuit of inner peace and happiness.

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Buddha Purnima marks Buddha's teachings on non-violence and compassion