Today, Japanese Buddhists celebrate Shichigatsu bon, the first of the O Bon festivals of the year (Hachigatsu bon in August, Kyu Bon in the 7th lunar month). This holiday originates from the Chinese Ghost Festival, and there are writings dating back over 500 years about how it takes place. Over the years, this religious festival has evolved into a family reunion during which people from big cities return to their hometowns and tend to the graves of their ancestors. A dance festival, Bon odori or “Bon dance”, is traditionally given during these three days. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #OGood #BonOdori #Japan #July 13 #August 13
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Asalha Puja
July 20, 2024
Today, Theravada Buddhists celebrate Asalha Puja. This day marks Buddha's first sermon at the deer park to the first five disciples on the dhamma wheel from suffering to nirvana. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #bhudda #AsalhaPuja
Today, Theravada Buddhists celebrate Khao Phansa. This marks the beginning of the Buddhist Vassavasa Lent. They then spend three months in study and meditation in their temples. This retreat is based on an edict from Buddha issued to ensure that monks do not damage crops or accidentally crush insects hidden in floodwaters. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #Buddha #KhaoPhansa #vassavasa
