The auspicious Waso Full Moon Day (Dhamma Cakka Day) is a special and blessed day for Buddhists in Myanmar.
Across the nation, at pagodas and stupas, people are performing meritorious deeds in devotion to the Buddha. These include offering Waso robes and Waso flowers, making donations, observing precepts, and practicing meditation.
The auspicious Waso Full Moon Day (Dhamma Cakka Day) is a special and blessed day for Buddhists in Myanmar.
Across the nation, at pagodas and stupas, people are performing meritorious deeds in devotion to the Buddha. These include offering Waso robes and Waso flowers, making donations, observing precepts, and practicing meditation.
Since the morning, the Maravijaya Buddha Image, the tallest sitting marvel Buddha Image in the world, enshrined in the Buddha Park in Dekkhinathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw, has been exceptionally crowded with pilgrims arriving with immense faith and devotion.
Similarly, other religious sites in Nay Pyi Taw Union Territory including (Let Loke Taung and Shwenan-thwin Pagoda, the Datucaya Dat Paung Su Pagoda, Yan Aung Myin Pagoda, Phaungdaw Chatma Pagoda, Satta Sattaha Mahabodhi Pagoda, and the four Saṃvejaniya holy places were bustling with pilgrims.
In honor of this day, pagodas and stupas across Yangon, including the Shwedagon Pagoda, are crowded with devotees who are observing the Precepts, performing meritorious deeds, and paying homage.
At the Shwedagon Pagoda, ceremonies commemorating the Full Moon Day of Waso (Dhamma Cakka Day) of the year 1387 ME were organized under the supervision of the Pagoda Board of Trustee and began at 5 AM in designated areas around the pagoda precincts.
Similar ceremonies were organized at other renowned pagodas in Yangon such as Sirimangala Kabha Aye Pagoda, Botahtaung Kyaikdae-ap Hair Relic Pagoda, Sule Pagoda, Lokachanthar Abhaya Labhamuni Buddha Image (Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda), Tooth Relic Pagoda (Yangon), Kyaikwaing Pagoda, Maelamu Pagoda, Nga-Htat Kyee Pagoda, Chauk-Htat Kyee Pagoda, Koe Htat Kyee Pagoda, Thabbin-Nyu Stupa (Yangon).
Likewise, starting from in the morning, not only local residents but also monks and laypeople from various regions have been visiting the renowned Mahamuni Buddha Image in Mandalay. They are paying homage with deep reverence offering alms, water, flowers, and robes, lighting oil lamps.
In addition, many are observing the precepts, engaging in meditation, and participating in religious and social organizations’ group recitations of Dhamma Sakya sermons, accumulating merit through these acts of devotion.
Furthermore, at pagodas, stupas, shrines, and monasteries across Mandalay city and its surrounding areas, Buddhist monks and lay devotees have been actively taking part since dawn in various religious ceremonies marking Dhamma Cakkya Day. These include Waso robe offering ceremonies, Waso flower and robe donations, alms offering, and acts of generosity such as life-saving donations, all of which are being vibrantly observed by numerous merit-makers.
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The auspicious Waso Full Moon Day (Dhamma Cakka Day) is a special and blessed day for Buddhists in Myanmar.
Across the nation, at pagodas and stupas, people are performing meritorious deeds in devotion to the Buddha. These include offering Waso robes and Waso flowers, making donations, observing precepts, and practicing meditation.
Since the morning, the Maravijaya Buddha Image, the tallest sitting marvel Buddha Image in the world, enshrined in the Buddha Park in Dekkhinathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw, has been exceptionally crowded with pilgrims arriving with immense faith and devotion.
Similarly, other religious sites in Nay Pyi Taw Union Territory including (Let Loke Taung and Shwenan-thwin Pagoda, the Datucaya Dat Paung Su Pagoda, Yan Aung Myin Pagoda, Phaungdaw Chatma Pagoda, Satta Sattaha Mahabodhi Pagoda, and the four Saṃvejaniya holy places were bustling with pilgrims.
In honor of this day, pagodas and stupas across Yangon, including the Shwedagon Pagoda, are crowded with devotees who are observing the Precepts, performing meritorious deeds, and paying homage.
At the Shwedagon Pagoda, ceremonies commemorating the Full Moon Day of Waso (Dhamma Cakka Day) of the year 1387 ME were organized under the supervision of the Pagoda Board of Trustee and began at 5 AM in designated areas around the pagoda precincts.
Similar ceremonies were organized at other renowned pagodas in Yangon such as Sirimangala Kabha Aye Pagoda, Botahtaung Kyaikdae-ap Hair Relic Pagoda, Sule Pagoda, Lokachanthar Abhaya Labhamuni Buddha Image (Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda), Tooth Relic Pagoda (Yangon), Kyaikwaing Pagoda, Maelamu Pagoda, Nga-Htat Kyee Pagoda, Chauk-Htat Kyee Pagoda, Koe Htat Kyee Pagoda, Thabbin-Nyu Stupa (Yangon).
Likewise, starting from in the morning, not only local residents but also monks and laypeople from various regions have been visiting the renowned Mahamuni Buddha Image in Mandalay. They are paying homage with deep reverence offering alms, water, flowers, and robes, lighting oil lamps.
In addition, many are observing the precepts, engaging in meditation, and participating in religious and social organizations’ group recitations of Dhamma Sakya sermons, accumulating merit through these acts of devotion.
Furthermore, at pagodas, stupas, shrines, and monasteries across Mandalay city and its surrounding areas, Buddhist monks and lay devotees have been actively taking part since dawn in various religious ceremonies marking Dhamma Cakkya Day. These include Waso robe offering ceremonies, Waso flower and robe donations, alms offering, and acts of generosity such as life-saving donations, all of which are being vibrantly observed by numerous merit-makers.
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A total of over 3.5 million pilgrims, both domestic and international, visited the Shwedagon Pagoda from January to the end of June 2025, according to the Shwedagon Pagoda Board of Trustees.
“During these six months, more than 600,000 monks, 37,000 nuns, 1.5 million men, and 1.8 million women visited the pagoda. Among the visitors, nearly 18,000 male and over 20,000 female tourists were recorded. On weekdays, at least 10,000 pilgrims visit the pagoda, and the number increases on weekends and holidays,” said U Bo Thin.
A total of over 3.5 million pilgrims, both domestic and international, visited the Shwedagon Pagoda from January to the end of June 2025, according to the Shwedagon Pagoda Board of Trustees.
“During these six months, more than 600,000 monks, 37,000 nuns, 1.5 million men, and 1.8 million women visited the pagoda. Among the visitors, nearly 18,000 male and over 20,000 female tourists were recorded. On weekdays, at least 10,000 pilgrims visit the pagoda, and the number increases on weekends and holidays,” said U Bo Thin.
In addition, during the Lent from the full moon day of Waso to the full moon day of Thadingyut, Buddha Pujaniya and precept ceremonies will be held at the Shwedagon Pagoda. On the full moon day of Waso, Dhammacakka Day will be celebrated with the Waso Golden Lotus Robe offering ceremony, the Metta ceremony, the offering of 84,000 flowers, the Garu Dhamma Day ceremony, the Thadingyut Lighting Festival, and the Abhidhamma Day celebrations.
Commencing on 21 June 2024, the Shwedagon Pagoda is open daily from 4 am to 10 pm, allowing pilgrims to enjoy the peaceful environment. — ASH/MKKS
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A total of over 3.5 million pilgrims, both domestic and international, visited the Shwedagon Pagoda from January to the end of June 2025, according to the Shwedagon Pagoda Board of Trustees.
“During these six months, more than 600,000 monks, 37,000 nuns, 1.5 million men, and 1.8 million women visited the pagoda. Among the visitors, nearly 18,000 male and over 20,000 female tourists were recorded. On weekdays, at least 10,000 pilgrims visit the pagoda, and the number increases on weekends and holidays,” said U Bo Thin.
In addition, during the Lent from the full moon day of Waso to the full moon day of Thadingyut, Buddha Pujaniya and precept ceremonies will be held at the Shwedagon Pagoda. On the full moon day of Waso, Dhammacakka Day will be celebrated with the Waso Golden Lotus Robe offering ceremony, the Metta ceremony, the offering of 84,000 flowers, the Garu Dhamma Day ceremony, the Thadingyut Lighting Festival, and the Abhidhamma Day celebrations.
Commencing on 21 June 2024, the Shwedagon Pagoda is open daily from 4 am to 10 pm, allowing pilgrims to enjoy the peaceful environment. — ASH/MKKS
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The State Administration Council organized the Waso robe-offering ceremony in 2025, in conjunction with the second anniversary of the successful consecration of the Maravijaya Buddha Image, held in the precincts of Maravijaya Buddha Park in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
The ceremony was attended by Chairman of the State Administration Council, Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and his wife, Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, who donated Waso robes and alms.
The State Administration Council organized the Waso robe-offering ceremony in 2025, in conjunction with the second anniversary of the successful consecration of the Maravijaya Buddha Image, held in the precincts of Maravijaya Buddha Park in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
The ceremony was attended by Chairman of the State Administration Council, Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and his wife, Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, who donated Waso robes and alms.
A total of 27 invited venerable members of the Sangha, including Ovadacariya Sayadaws from Uppatasanti Pagoda Board of Trustees, led by Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, Presiding Patron of Minkyaung Pahtamapyan Buddhism Learning Centre, Aggamaha Pandita, Aggamaha Saddhammajotikadhaja Dr Bhaddanta Candima Bhivamsa, SSMNC Secretary, Presiding Patron of Mandalay’s New Masoeyein Monastery, Dhammatheikdi Monastery Sayadaw Aggamaha Pandita, Aggamaha Saddhammajotikadhaja, Maha Dhammakathika Bahujanahitadhara Bhaddanta Vasettha Bhivamsa.
Before the ceremony, the Senior General offered alms, fruits, flowers, water and oil lamps to the Maravijaya Naungdawgyi Buddha Image in Aggadhipati Sasana Beikman Building.
The Senior General and the congregation took the Nine Precepts from the Chairman Sayadaw while members of the Sangha recited Metta Sutta.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and his wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla offered Waso robes and alms to Thanlyin Minkyaung Sayadaw.
SAC Vice-Chairman, Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win and his wife Daw Than Than Nwe donated Waso robes and offertories to New Masoeyein Monastery Sayadaw. The Council Secretary and his wife, the Joint Secretary and his wife, SAC members and their wives and Union-level dignitaries presented Waso robes and offerings to members of the Sangha.
New Masoeyein Monastery Sayadaw delivered a sermon, while the congregation shared merits gained.
After the ceremony, the Senior General and all attendees offered lunch meals to members of the Sangha.
Also, present at the ceremony were Union ministers and their wives, the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman, senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief and their wives, the commander of Nay Pyi Taw Command and officials. — MNA/TTA
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The State Administration Council organized the Waso robe-offering ceremony in 2025, in conjunction with the second anniversary of the successful consecration of the Maravijaya Buddha Image, held in the precincts of Maravijaya Buddha Park in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.
The ceremony was attended by Chairman of the State Administration Council, Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and his wife, Daw Kyu Kyu Hla, who donated Waso robes and alms.
A total of 27 invited venerable members of the Sangha, including Ovadacariya Sayadaws from Uppatasanti Pagoda Board of Trustees, led by Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, Presiding Patron of Minkyaung Pahtamapyan Buddhism Learning Centre, Aggamaha Pandita, Aggamaha Saddhammajotikadhaja Dr Bhaddanta Candima Bhivamsa, SSMNC Secretary, Presiding Patron of Mandalay’s New Masoeyein Monastery, Dhammatheikdi Monastery Sayadaw Aggamaha Pandita, Aggamaha Saddhammajotikadhaja, Maha Dhammakathika Bahujanahitadhara Bhaddanta Vasettha Bhivamsa.
Before the ceremony, the Senior General offered alms, fruits, flowers, water and oil lamps to the Maravijaya Naungdawgyi Buddha Image in Aggadhipati Sasana Beikman Building.
The Senior General and the congregation took the Nine Precepts from the Chairman Sayadaw while members of the Sangha recited Metta Sutta.
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and his wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla offered Waso robes and alms to Thanlyin Minkyaung Sayadaw.
SAC Vice-Chairman, Deputy Prime Minister Vice-Senior General Soe Win and his wife Daw Than Than Nwe donated Waso robes and offertories to New Masoeyein Monastery Sayadaw. The Council Secretary and his wife, the Joint Secretary and his wife, SAC members and their wives and Union-level dignitaries presented Waso robes and offerings to members of the Sangha.
New Masoeyein Monastery Sayadaw delivered a sermon, while the congregation shared merits gained.
After the ceremony, the Senior General and all attendees offered lunch meals to members of the Sangha.
Also, present at the ceremony were Union ministers and their wives, the Nay Pyi Taw Council Chairman, senior Tatmadaw officers from the Office of the Commander-in-Chief and their wives, the commander of Nay Pyi Taw Command and officials. — MNA/TTA
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A large religious fair takes place at the revered Narayanthan Temple in Budhanilkantha, in the northern part of Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu. Thousands of Hindu devotees gathered to observe Harishayani Ekadashi festival, a holy day marking the beginning of the sacred four month period of devotion, fasting and spirituality.
A large religious fair takes place at the revered Narayanthan Temple in Budhanilkantha, in the northern part of Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu. Thousands of Hindu devotees gathered to observe Harishayani Ekadashi festival, a holy day marking the beginning of the sacred four month period of devotion, fasting and spirituality.
The Narayanthan Temple, home to a large reclining statue of Lord Bishnu is a major pilgrimage site. On this auspicious day, devotees from across the country and beyond offer prayers, and take part in various ritual. Harishayani Ekadashi falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon in the month of Ashad (June-July) according to the lunar calendar. This day also marks the symbolic beginning of Lord Bishnu’s four-month cosmic slumber, and the festival ends in November.
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A large religious fair takes place at the revered Narayanthan Temple in Budhanilkantha, in the northern part of Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu. Thousands of Hindu devotees gathered to observe Harishayani Ekadashi festival, a holy day marking the beginning of the sacred four month period of devotion, fasting and spirituality.
The Narayanthan Temple, home to a large reclining statue of Lord Bishnu is a major pilgrimage site. On this auspicious day, devotees from across the country and beyond offer prayers, and take part in various ritual. Harishayani Ekadashi falls on the 11th day of the waxing moon in the month of Ashad (June-July) according to the lunar calendar. This day also marks the symbolic beginning of Lord Bishnu’s four-month cosmic slumber, and the festival ends in November.
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Waso robe offering ceremony was organized by families of the office of Commander-in-Chife (Army, Navy and Air) on 6th of July with the attandance of Chairman of the State Administration Council, Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and wife.
Waso robe offering ceremony was organized by families of the office of Commander-in-Chife (Army, Navy and Air) on 6th of July with the attandance of Chairman of the State Administration Council, Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and wife.
First, the Senior General paid homage to the Buddha Image and offered alms, flower, water and oil light. Then, the congregation led by the Senior General received the nine precepts from the Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, Presiding Sayadaw of Thanlyin Min Kyaung Monastery, and listened to the sermons delivered by the Sayadaws.
After that, the Senior General and wife donated waso robe and offertories to the Thanlyin Minkyaung Sayadaw. This was followed by donation of waso robes and offortories to the Sayadaws by Vice Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services, Commander-in-Chief (Army) Vice Senior General Soe Win and wife and attendees.
After delivering a sermon by the Masoeyein TaikThit Monastery Sayadawgyi, the congregation shared the merits gained. After the ceremony, the Senior General and wife, the Vice-Senior General and wife, and senior military officers offered day meals to the Sayadaws and members of the Sangha.
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Waso robe offering ceremony was organized by families of the office of Commander-in-Chife (Army, Navy and Air) on 6th of July with the attandance of Chairman of the State Administration Council, Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and wife.
First, the Senior General paid homage to the Buddha Image and offered alms, flower, water and oil light. Then, the congregation led by the Senior General received the nine precepts from the Chairman of the State Sangha Maha Nayaka Committee, Presiding Sayadaw of Thanlyin Min Kyaung Monastery, and listened to the sermons delivered by the Sayadaws.
After that, the Senior General and wife donated waso robe and offertories to the Thanlyin Minkyaung Sayadaw. This was followed by donation of waso robes and offortories to the Sayadaws by Vice Chairman of the State Administration Council Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services, Commander-in-Chief (Army) Vice Senior General Soe Win and wife and attendees.
After delivering a sermon by the Masoeyein TaikThit Monastery Sayadawgyi, the congregation shared the merits gained. After the ceremony, the Senior General and wife, the Vice-Senior General and wife, and senior military officers offered day meals to the Sayadaws and members of the Sangha.
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Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs called for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. In the face of on-going wildfires across several regions of Turkiye, particularly in the Aegean, the Presidency of Religious Affairs organized nationwide prayers on Saturday night, calling for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. Following the Isha prayer, special prayers were held simultaneously in all 81 provinces of the country.
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Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs called for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. In the face of on-going wildfires across several regions of Turkiye, particularly in the Aegean, the Presidency of Religious Affairs organized nationwide prayers on Saturday night, calling for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. Following the Isha prayer, special prayers were held simultaneously in all 81 provinces of the country.
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Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs called for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. In the face of on-going wildfires across several regions of Turkiye, particularly in the Aegean, the Presidency of Religious Affairs organized nationwide prayers on Saturday night, calling for divine intervention to help extinguish the flames. Following the Isha prayer, special prayers were held simultaneously in all 81 provinces of the country.
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According to U Bo Thin, a member of the Board of Trustees for the Shwedagon Pagoda, a series of Buddhist devotional ceremonies and observances of moral precepts will be held at the sacred site from the full moon day of Waso to the full moon day of Thadingyut, marking the period of Buddhist Lent.
According to U Bo Thin, a member of the Board of Trustees for the Shwedagon Pagoda, a series of Buddhist devotional ceremonies and observances of moral precepts will be held at the sacred site from the full moon day of Waso to the full moon day of Thadingyut, marking the period of Buddhist Lent.
During this period, various significant religious events will be held grandly and vibrantly. These include the Dhammacakka Day ceremony and the ceremonial offering of Waso robes on the full moon day of Waso, the Metta Day ceremony and the Offering of 84,000 flowers on the full moon day of Wagaung, the Garudhamma Day ceremony on the full moon day of Tawthalin, the Lighting Festival on the eve of the Thadingyut full moon day, and the Abhidhamma Day ceremony on the Thadingyut full moon day.
In addition, on all full moon days, new moon days, and Sabbath days during the Buddhist Lent, Ovadacariya Sayadaws of the Pagoda’s Board of Trustees will deliver Dhamma talks and offer precepts to visiting pilgrims. — ASH/KNN
Source: GNLM
According to U Bo Thin, a member of the Board of Trustees for the Shwedagon Pagoda, a series of Buddhist devotional ceremonies and observances of moral precepts will be held at the sacred site from the full moon day of Waso to the full moon day of Thadingyut, marking the period of Buddhist Lent.
During this period, various significant religious events will be held grandly and vibrantly. These include the Dhammacakka Day ceremony and the ceremonial offering of Waso robes on the full moon day of Waso, the Metta Day ceremony and the Offering of 84,000 flowers on the full moon day of Wagaung, the Garudhamma Day ceremony on the full moon day of Tawthalin, the Lighting Festival on the eve of the Thadingyut full moon day, and the Abhidhamma Day ceremony on the Thadingyut full moon day.
In addition, on all full moon days, new moon days, and Sabbath days during the Buddhist Lent, Ovadacariya Sayadaws of the Pagoda’s Board of Trustees will deliver Dhamma talks and offer precepts to visiting pilgrims. — ASH/KNN
Source: GNLM
The coastal Indian city of Puri is buzzing with devotion and celebration as the famous annual Rath Yatra reaches its third day. This major Hindu festival started on June 27 and will conclude on July 8. Pilgrims from all corners of India and abroad have poured into the coastal city for this deeply symbolic journey.
They line the procession route, eager for a glimpse of the deities and the chance to pull the sacred chariot ropes—a gesture believed to cleanse sins and usher in good fortune.
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The coastal Indian city of Puri is buzzing with devotion and celebration as the famous annual Rath Yatra reaches its third day. This major Hindu festival started on June 27 and will conclude on July 8. Pilgrims from all corners of India and abroad have poured into the coastal city for this deeply symbolic journey.
They line the procession route, eager for a glimpse of the deities and the chance to pull the sacred chariot ropes—a gesture believed to cleanse sins and usher in good fortune.
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The coastal Indian city of Puri is buzzing with devotion and celebration as the famous annual Rath Yatra reaches its third day. This major Hindu festival started on June 27 and will conclude on July 8. Pilgrims from all corners of India and abroad have poured into the coastal city for this deeply symbolic journey.
They line the procession route, eager for a glimpse of the deities and the chance to pull the sacred chariot ropes—a gesture believed to cleanse sins and usher in good fortune.
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Thousands thronged the streets of India's Hyderabad for the annual Ratha Yatra Festival. The Hindu religious procession saw worshippers and members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness sang devotional hymns as they pulled a brightly decorated chariot carrying an idol of Lord Jagannath.
Thousands thronged the streets of India's Hyderabad for the annual Ratha Yatra Festival. The Hindu religious procession saw worshippers and members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness sang devotional hymns as they pulled a brightly decorated chariot carrying an idol of Lord Jagannath.
The festival is observed on the second day of the lunar month — a time considered spiritually auspicious due to the increasing brightness of the moon. The celebration is scheduled for nine days till the 5th of July. Multi-layer security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival.
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Thousands thronged the streets of India's Hyderabad for the annual Ratha Yatra Festival. The Hindu religious procession saw worshippers and members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness sang devotional hymns as they pulled a brightly decorated chariot carrying an idol of Lord Jagannath.
The festival is observed on the second day of the lunar month — a time considered spiritually auspicious due to the increasing brightness of the moon. The celebration is scheduled for nine days till the 5th of July. Multi-layer security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival.
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The fourth capacity-building training course based on Paticcasamuppada concluded on 22 June at the Kayakam Metta Foundation Monastery in Ywa Tha Gyi, Ward 140, Dagon Myothit (South) Township, Yangon Region.
According to Sayadaw Ashin Kusala of the Kayakam Metta Foundation, the course aimed to promote the Dhamma and support monks in carrying out charitable activities effectively.
The fourth capacity-building training course based on Paticcasamuppada concluded on 22 June at the Kayakam Metta Foundation Monastery in Ywa Tha Gyi, Ward 140, Dagon Myothit (South) Township, Yangon Region.
According to Sayadaw Ashin Kusala of the Kayakam Metta Foundation, the course aimed to promote the Dhamma and support monks in carrying out charitable activities effectively.
“The Kayakam Metta Foundation holds this annual training course to enhance monks’ preaching skills and support their charitable work. We also provide cultural courses and free healthcare services for monks,” said Sayadaw Ashin Kusala.
During the closing ceremony, Sayadaw Bhaddanta Kovida, Chairman of the Dagon Myothit (South) Township Sangha Nayaka, delivered a sermon to the trainees and guests. Offerings were then presented to the attending monks by the guests.
Certificates were awarded to 60 monks and nuns by Sayadaw Dr Ashin Suvanna of the Shwethuwun Mogok Vipassana Training School and Sayadaw Ashin Kusala of the Kayakam Metta Foundation. — ASH/MKKS
Source: GNLM
The fourth capacity-building training course based on Paticcasamuppada concluded on 22 June at the Kayakam Metta Foundation Monastery in Ywa Tha Gyi, Ward 140, Dagon Myothit (South) Township, Yangon Region.
According to Sayadaw Ashin Kusala of the Kayakam Metta Foundation, the course aimed to promote the Dhamma and support monks in carrying out charitable activities effectively.
“The Kayakam Metta Foundation holds this annual training course to enhance monks’ preaching skills and support their charitable work. We also provide cultural courses and free healthcare services for monks,” said Sayadaw Ashin Kusala.
During the closing ceremony, Sayadaw Bhaddanta Kovida, Chairman of the Dagon Myothit (South) Township Sangha Nayaka, delivered a sermon to the trainees and guests. Offerings were then presented to the attending monks by the guests.
Certificates were awarded to 60 monks and nuns by Sayadaw Dr Ashin Suvanna of the Shwethuwun Mogok Vipassana Training School and Sayadaw Ashin Kusala of the Kayakam Metta Foundation. — ASH/MKKS
Source: GNLM