Assumption University of Thailand (AU) will observe Visakha Bucha Day on May 22, 2024, joining Thailand and the global Buddhist community in celebrating this significant occasion. Please note that classes will not be held and AU offices will be closed on this day.

About Visakha Bucha Day
Visakha Bucha, also known internationally as Vesak Day, commemorates three key events in the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Lord Buddha: his birth, enlightenment, and passing into Nirvana. These events are believed to have occurred on the same date across different years.

In Thailand, Visakha Bucha is marked by various religious activities:
Morning Alms: Families offer alms to monks.
Dharma Sermons: Teachings are delivered at temples and broadcasted.
Wian Tian Procession: In the evening, people participate in a candlelit procession around temple ordination halls, symbolizing the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.

Global Celebrations
Visakha Bucha has been celebrated in Thailand since the Sukhothai era (13th–15th century). Today, it is observed in many countries with significant Buddhist populations, including Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, India, and Bhutan.

The United Nations General Assembly recognized Vesak Day internationally in 1999, and it is observed annually at the UN Headquarters.

"Visakha Bucha Day is a time for reflection, compassion, and understanding. As we join in this sacred observance, let us be inspired by the Buddha's teachings and strive to incorporate these values into our daily lives," said Rev. Bro. Bancha Saenghiran, President of AU.

AU encourages everyone to take part in the traditions and ceremonies of Visakha Bucha Day, reflecting on the teachings of the Buddha and their relevance in our lives. We wish the AU community a peaceful and meaningful observance.

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