On Vesak, the Buddhist festival celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha, people often prepare and enjoy a variety of vegetarian dishes. Common foods include rice, curries, fruits, and sweets, symbolizing compassion and non-violence. In some cultures, traditional dishes specific to the region may also be served, reflecting local customs and practices. Sharing meals with family and the community is an important aspect of the celebration.
Vegetarian diet
On Vesak Buddhists usually eat vegetarian food in order to work on part 5 of the eightfold path (right livelihood - do not eat of have a profession that include harming or killing animals)
Vesak (Buddha Day), was held in 2011/5/10.
Vesak is a Buddhist holiday.
Vesak Day
Buddhists wear white clothing on Vesak day The girls specifically wear "lama sari" and the boys wear the national attire of sri lanka......take this from someone who is actually Buddhist and Sri Lanka and has also celebrated Vesak all her life
Vesak Day
on a full moon in May or June
Vesak Day is a Buddhist holiday.
Vesak, sometimes anglicised to Wesak, is one of the most commonly performed rituals of public devotions in Buddhism. It is the annual ritual celebrating the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death.
The celebration of Buddha's birth is called Vesak or Buddha Purnima. It is a significant Buddhist festival observed by Buddhists worldwide to honor the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of Gautama Buddha.
Vesak, also known as Buddha Day, is celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and death of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. It is observed by millions of Buddhists around the world, usually on the full moon day in May. The celebration includes various rituals such as meditation, chanting, and acts of kindness, reflecting the Buddha's teachings and promoting compassion and mindfulness. Vesak serves as a reminder of the Buddha's life and the path to enlightenment.