What do people celebrate on Vesak Day — the Buddha’s birth and enlightenment? Little is talked about his death. When celebrating his birthday, does ‘death’ have to be seen as taboo?
After 2 years of muted celebrations due to the pandemic, this year’s May 15 will see practitioners gathering and celebrating it in different ways. If you are trying to plan out your Vesak Day weekend to bask in the spirit of Vesak, check out these 20 things you can do!
Vesak Day began as a sacred festival to celebrate Buddha’s attainments and teachings, but as with all conditioned phenomena, has evolved, changed and even diluted in some parts of the world. We trace its origins, evolution and how we can skilfully partake in the upcoming Vesak Day celebrations.
Cheryl speaks with the lead singer Pauline and the guitarist Kelvin from BuddySings! Learn about the ups and downs of running a brand and the lyrics that remind us to see the Dhamma.
Having a goal gives direction. But what happens when we have reached that goal? Are we happy?
"They had no roof over their heads..."
Cell, a care manager at ASDFL, shares on how his job helps one lesser known part of society: monastics who live alone.
