BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ExcelNotes X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T040331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015937Z UID:10000449-1777593600-1777679999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Vesak Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Vesak Full Moon Poya\, rooted in ancient India\, commemorates the birth\, Enlightenment\, and passing away of the Buddha\, all on the full moon of May. Introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE\, it became the island's most sacred Buddhist festival. Today\, Vesak is celebrated with temple rituals and almsgiving\, symbolizing peace and the victory of wisdom over ignorance. \nWhen is Vesak Full Moon Poya Day?\nVesak Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon in May. \nThe following is the list of Vesak Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 07\, 2020Thursday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 26\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 15\, 2022Sunday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 05\, 2023Friday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 23\, 2024Thursday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 12\, 2025Monday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 01\, 2026Friday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 20\, 2027Thursday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 23\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 13\, 2029Sunday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 02\, 2030Thursday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 20\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 09\, 2032Sunday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 28\, 2033Saturday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 17\, 2034Wednesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 21\, 2035Monday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 24\, 2036Saturday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 13\, 2037Wednesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 03\, 2038Monday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 22\, 2039Sunday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 11\, 2040Friday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 29\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 19\, 2042Monday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 08\, 2043Friday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 26\, 2044Thursday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 15\, 2045Monday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 01\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 24\, 2047Friday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 13\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Vesak Full Moon Poya DayMay 02\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Vesak Full Moon Poya Day?\nVesak traces back to ancient India\, tied to the life of Prince Siddhartha Gautama\, who became the Buddha. \nAccording to Buddhist tradition\, three great events in his life all occurred on the full moon of May (Vesak). Because of these three pivotal events\, Vesak became the most sacred day in Buddhism. \n– Birth (623 BCE\, Lumbini\, Nepal): Prince Siddhartha was born to Queen Māyā Devi and King Suddhodana.\n– Enlightenment (588 BCE\, Bodh Gaya\, India): At age 35\, he attained Buddhahood under the Bodhi tree.\n– Parinibbāna (543 BCE\, Kusinārā\, India): At age 80\, he passed into Final Nibbāna. \nBuddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE by Arahat Mahinda Thera\, son of Emperor Ashoka of India. \nFrom then on\, Vesak became central to Sri Lankan Buddhist practice. \nIn 1950\, at the World Fellowship of Buddhists Conference in Colombo\, Vesak was formally declared as the most important Buddhist festival\, to be observed internationally. \nIn 1999\, the United Nations recognized Vesak as a global religious observance\, further cementing its international importance. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/vesak-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Vesak-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T022228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T022417Z UID:10000447-1776124800-1776211199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Sinhala and Tamil New Year DESCRIPTION:The Sinhala and Tamil New Year marks the solar new year and the end of the harvest season in Sri Lanka. It symbolizes prosperity\, renewal and cultural unity across Sinhalese Buddhists and Tamil Hindus. \nWhen is Sinhala and Tamil New Year?\nSinhala and Tamil New Year is celebrated on April 13 or 14. \nThe following is the list of Sinhala and Tamil New Year from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 13\, 2020Monday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2022Thursday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2023Friday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 13\, 2024Saturday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2025Monday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2028Friday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2029Saturday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2030Sunday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2031Monday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2033Thursday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2034Friday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2035Saturday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2036Monday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 13\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2040Saturday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2041Sunday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2042Monday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 13\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2045Friday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2046Saturday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2047Sunday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Sinhala and Tamil New YearApr 14\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Sinhala and Tamil New Year?\nThe festival has roots in South Asian agrarian traditions\, shared across Hindu and Buddhist cultures. \nFor the Sinhalese Buddhists\, the New Year (Aluth Avurudu) blends astrology\, harvest rituals and Buddhist customs. Ancient chronicles like the Mahavamsa mention royal ceremonies and harvest festivals tied to the sun and agriculture. Over time\, Buddhist values of generosity\, peace and renewal were woven into the festival. \nFor Sri Lankan Tamils\, the New Year (Puthandu) is rooted in Hindu astrology and mythology. It is associated with Surya (the Sun God) and the cycle of cosmic renewal. The day is considered highly auspicious\, beginning with Kanni (looking at lucky items first thing in the morning). \nAlthough the Sinhalese and Tamils have distinct rituals\, the timing of the New Year is the same\, tied to solar movements. This overlap made the April New Year a shared cultural festival for centuries. \nWith colonial rule (Portuguese\, Dutch\, British)\, many cultural traditions were suppressed or sidelined\, but the April New Year survived as a people's festival. \nAfter independence in 1948\, it gained stronger recognition as a national holiday\, symbolizing Sri Lanka's unity in diversity. Today\, it is one of the country's most widely celebrated festivals. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/sinhala-and-tamil-new-year/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sinhala-and-Tamil-New-Year.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260402 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T023608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015919Z UID:10000448-1775001600-1775087999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Bak Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Bak Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's second visit to Sri Lanka in the 5th year after Enlightenment\, when he settled a war between Naga kings Chulodara and Mahodara at Nagadipa. The event\, recorded in the Mahavamsa\, symbolizes peace and the Buddha's role as peacemaker. \nWhen is Bak Full Moon Poya Day?\nBak Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon in April. \nThe following is the list of Bak Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 07\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 26\, 2021Monday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 16\, 2022Saturday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 05\, 2023Wednesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 23\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 12\, 2025Saturday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 01\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 20\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 24\, 2028Monday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 13\, 2029Friday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 02\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 21\, 2031Monday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 09\, 2032Friday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 28\, 2033Thursday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 18\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 22\, 2035Sunday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 25\, 2036Friday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 14\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 13\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 22\, 2039Friday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 11\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 30\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 19\, 2042Saturday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 09\, 2043Thursday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayMay 01\, 2044Sunday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 06\, 2045Thursday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 06\, 2046Friday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 25\, 2047Thursday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 13\, 2048Monday \n \n Bak Full Moon Poya DayApr 02\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Bak Full Moon Poya Day?\nBak Full Moon Poya Day is one of the most historically significant\, tied to the Buddha's direct visits to the island. \nAccording to the Mahavamsa (the Great Chronicle of Sri Lanka)\, the Buddha made his second visit to the island on a Bak Full Moon Poya\, in the fifth year after Enlightenment. The visit was to Nagadipa (present-day Jaffna Peninsula in northern Sri Lanka). \nTwo Naga kings\, Chulodara and Mahodara\, were preparing for war over a gem-studded throne\, gifted to Chulodara by his father and claimed by Mahodara. Their armies gathered for battle\, threatening destruction and bloodshed. \nThe Buddha appeared at Nagadipa\, radiating compassion and wisdom. Through his sermon (Dhamma Desana)\, he taught the futility of hatred and the value of peace and harmony. The kings and their followers were moved\, renounced their anger\, and reconciled. \nThe event highlights the Buddha's role as a peacemaker and teacher of non-violence. It established Sri Lanka as a land touched directly by the Buddha\, reinforcing the island's sacred Buddhist heritage. \nThe story reflects central Buddhist values: hatred is not overcome by hatred\, but by love and compassion. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/bak-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bak-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250712T030239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T050122Z UID:10000380-1772496000-1772582399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Makha Bucha Day Thailand DESCRIPTION:Makha Bucha Day is one of the most sacred and widely observed Buddhist holidays in Thailand\, commemorating a pivotal moment in the life of the Buddha. While its spiritual origins date back over 2\,500 years\, its recognition as a public holiday in Thailand has a distinct historical development tied to royal religious reforms and the promotion of Buddhist unity. \nWhen is Makha Bucha Day?\nMakha Bucha Day is observed on the full moon of the third lunar month\, usually falling in February or early March each year. \nThe following is the list of Makha Bucha Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 08\, 2020Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 26\, 2021Friday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 16\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 06\, 2023Monday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 24\, 2024Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 12\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 03\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 21\, 2027Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 10\, 2028Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 27\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 19\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 11\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 29\, 2032Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 17\, 2033Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 07\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 26\, 2035Monday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 14\, 2036Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 05\, 2037Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 23\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 12\, 2039Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 02\, 2040Friday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 20\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 09\, 2042Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 28\, 2043Saturday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 17\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 08\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 25\, 2046Sunday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 14\, 2047Thursday \n \n Makha Bucha DayMar 03\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Makha Bucha DayFeb 21\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Makha Bucha Day in Thailand?\nIn the mid-19th century\, King Rama IV (reigned 1851–1868)\, a former monk and respected Buddhist scholar\, recognized the importance of Makha Bucha. \nHe formalized its observance at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) in Bangkok as part of his efforts to promote Buddhist education and religious reform. \nRama IV introduced lunar-based religious observances to align temple activities with important Buddhist events like Makha Bucha and Visakha Bucha. \nIn 1913\, during the reign of King Rama VI\, Makha Bucha Day was officially declared a public holiday. \nIt became one of Thailand's core Buddhist observances\, along with Visakha Bucha (Buddha's birth\, enlightenment and death) and Asalha Bucha (first sermon). URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/makha-bucha-day-thailand/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Makha-Bucha-Day-Thailand.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T020922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015907Z UID:10000446-1772409600-1772495999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Medin Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Medin Full Moon Poya marks the Buddha's first visit to his hometown Kapilavastu after Enlightenment\, where he ordained his son Rahula as the first novice monk. In Sri Lanka\, the day is observed with almsgiving\, meditation\, and novice ordination ceremonies\, symbolizing the inheritance of the Dhamma. \nWhen is Medin Full Moon Poya Day?\nMedin Full Moon Poya Day is observed on the full moon day in March. \nThe following is the list of Medin Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 09\, 2020Monday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 28\, 2021Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 17\, 2022Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 06\, 2023Monday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 24\, 2024Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 13\, 2025Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 02\, 2026Monday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 07\, 2027Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 25\, 2028Saturday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 14\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 03\, 2030Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 22\, 2031Saturday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 11\, 2032Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 28\, 2033Monday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 19\, 2034Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 08\, 2035Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 26\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 15\, 2037Sunday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 05\, 2038Friday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 24\, 2039Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 13\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 02\, 2041Saturday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 20\, 2042Thursday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 10\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 28\, 2044Monday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 17\, 2045Friday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 07\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 26\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 14\, 2048Saturday \n \n Medin Full Moon Poya DayMar 04\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Medin Full Moon Poya Day?\nMedin Poya falls in March and has a strong connection to the Buddha's family life and the origins of novice ordination. \nSeven years after attaining Enlightenment\, the Buddha traveled to Kapilavastu\, his birthplace\, to visit his father King Suddhodana and family. This marked the Buddha's first visit to his hometown after renouncing the royal life and achieving liberation. \nDuring this visit\, the Buddha reconnected with King Suddhodana (his father)\, Princess Yasodhara (his former wife) and Prince Rahula (his son\, about 7 years old). \nRahula approached the Buddha and asked for his inheritance. Instead of wealth or kingdom\, the Buddha gave him the gift of the Dhamma. \nThe Buddha instructed Ven. Sariputta to ordain Rahula. Rahula became the first Samanera (novice monk) in Buddhist history. \nThis moment is seen as the beginning of the novice ordination tradition\, still practiced in Buddhist communities worldwide today. \nMedin Full Moon Poya Day marks a turning point in Buddhist history by extending the Dhamma to the Buddha's own family\, and establishes the tradition of novice ordination\, central to Buddhist monastic culture. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/medin-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Medin-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T013749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015855Z UID:10000445-1769904000-1769990399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Navam Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Navam Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's appointment of his chief disciples Sariputta and Moggallana\, and the establishment of the Vinaya (monastic code). In Sri Lanka\, it is marked by religious observances and the grand Navam Perahera at Kelaniya temple\, a spectacular cultural procession with monks\, dancers\, drummers and decorated elephants. \nWhen is Navam Full Moon Poya Day?\nNavam Full Moon Poya Day is observed on the full moon day of February each year. \nThe following is the list of Navam Full Moon Poya Day. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 08\, 2020Saturday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 26\, 2021Friday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 16\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 05\, 2023Sunday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 23\, 2024Friday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 12\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 01\, 2026Sunday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 20\, 2027Saturday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 24\, 2028Thursday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 12\, 2029Monday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 02\, 2030Saturday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 21\, 2031Friday \n \n Navam Full Moon Poya DayFeb 10\, 2032Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Navam Full Moon Poya Day?\nOn a Navam Full Moon Poya\, the Buddha appointed Ven. Sariputta (Sāriputta Thera) and Ven. Moggallana (Mahā Moggallāna Thera) as his two chief disciples. \nSariputta was known for his great wisdom (foremost in wisdom). Moggallana was recognized for his deep meditative abilities and spiritual powers (foremost in psychic powers). \nTheir leadership strengthened the Buddha's mission and helped spread his teachings. \nNavam Poya is also linked to the first great assembly of monks\, which brought together 1\,250 Arahants who had been personally ordained by the Buddha. \nAnother tradition states that the Buddha used this occasion to lay down the Vinaya (monastic disciplinary code). The Vinaya became the foundation for ethical conduct and order in the Buddhist Sangha\, ensuring discipline and unity. \nWith the Sangha organized and led by chief disciples\, Buddhism spread more effectively throughout India and later across Asia. Navam Poya thus marks a turning point from the early teachings of the Buddha to the structured growth of Buddhism as a global religion. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/navam-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Navam-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260104 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250821T040308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015837Z UID:10000442-1767398400-1767484799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Duruthu Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka at Mahiyangana\, where he brought peace to the island. The day is marked by meditation\, almsgiving\, and the Duruthu Perahera at Kelaniya temple\, making it one of the most important Buddhist festivals of the year. \nWhen is Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day?\nDuruthu Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated in January\, the first full moon of the year. \nThe following is the list of Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 10\, 2020Friday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 28\, 2021Thursday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 17\, 2022Monday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 06\, 2023Friday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 25\, 2024Thursday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 13\, 2025Monday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 03\, 2026Saturday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 22\, 2027Friday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 12\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 30\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 19\, 2030Saturday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 08\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 27\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 15\, 2033Saturday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 05\, 2034Thursday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 24\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 13\, 2036Sunday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 02\, 2037Friday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 21\, 2038Thursday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 10\, 2039Monday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 29\, 2040Sunday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 02\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 21\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 10\, 2043Saturday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 29\, 2044Friday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 18\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 07\, 2046Sunday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 26\, 2047Saturday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 15\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Duruthu Full Moon Poya DayJan 03\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day?\nIn Sri Lanka\, each full moon (Poya) is considered sacred in Theravāda Buddhism\, marking significant events in the Buddha's life. \nDuruthu Poya is the first Poya of the year\, falling in January\, and has one of the most profound historical connections to the island's Buddhist heritage. \nAccording to the Mahavamsa (the Great Chronicle of Sri Lanka)\, the Buddha visited the island during the ninth month after his Enlightenment (around the 6th century BCE). \nHis destination was Mahiyangana\, a region in central Sri Lanka. At that time\, Sri Lanka was inhabited by Yakshas (a tribe believed to be fierce\, powerful beings). Conflicts among them created unrest. \nThe Buddha came to bring peace and harmony to the island. He preached the Dhamma (teachings)\, which calmed the Yakshas and inspired them to embrace non-violence. \nThe visit symbolized the beginning of Sri Lanka's connection to Buddhism\, centuries before its official establishment under King Devanampiya Tissa. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/duruthu-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Duruthu-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251224 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250823T015440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T015440Z UID:10000456-1766448000-1766534399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Unduvap Full Moon Poya commemorates the arrival of Arahat Sanghamitta Theri in Sri Lanka with the sacred Bodhi tree sapling from Bodh Gaya and the establishment of the Bhikkhuni Sangha. The Sri Maha Bodhi\, planted in Anuradhapura in 288 BCE\, still stands today as the world's oldest recorded tree\, symbolizing Sri Lanka's enduring Buddhist heritage and the recognition of women in the monastic community. \nWhen is Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day?\nUnduvap Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in December. \nThe following is the list of Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 29\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 18\, 2021Saturday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 07\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 26\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 14\, 2024Saturday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 04\, 2025Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 23\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 13\, 2027Monday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayNov 16\, 2028Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 05\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 24\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 13\, 2031Saturday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 02\, 2032Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 21\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 10\, 2034Sunday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 29\, 2035Saturday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 17\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 07\, 2037Monday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 25\, 2038Saturday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 15\, 2039Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 03\, 2040Monday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 22\, 2041Sunday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 11\, 2042Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 01\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 19\, 2044Monday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 08\, 2045Friday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 27\, 2046Thursday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 16\, 2047Monday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 04\, 2048Friday \n \n Unduvap Full Moon Poya DayDec 23\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day?\nIn the 3rd century BCE\, during the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa\, Buddhism was already established in Sri Lanka through Arahat Mahinda Thera\, son of Emperor Ashoka of India. \nTo further strengthen the Sasana (Buddhist Order)\, Ashoka sent his daughter\, Arahat Sanghamitta Theri\, to Sri Lanka. On an Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day\, Sanghamitta Theri arrived at Dambakolapatuna Port (near Jaffna) carrying a sapling of the sacred Bodhi tree from Bodh Gaya\, India. This was the very tree under which the Buddha attained Enlightenment. \nKing Devanampiya Tissa received Sanghamitta Theri and the sacred sapling with great reverence. The sapling was ceremonially planted in Anuradhapura\, in the Mahameghavana Park\, around 288 BCE. \nKnown as the Sri Maha Bodhi\, it is considered the oldest historically documented living tree in the world. The planting became a lasting symbol of Sri Lanka's role as a stronghold of Buddhism. \nSanghamitta Theri also ordained Queen Anula and her companions\, creating the Bhikkhuni Sangha (Order of Buddhist Nuns) in Sri Lanka. \nThis was a milestone for women in Buddhism\, giving them the same opportunity as men to pursue the monastic path and attain enlightenment. From Sri Lanka\, the Bhikkhuni Order later spread to other Buddhist countries. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/unduvap-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Unduvap-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251125 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250823T014614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T014614Z UID:10000455-1763942400-1764028799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Ill Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Ill Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's sending forth of 60 disciples to spread the Dhamma\, marking the beginning of missionary Buddhism. It also recalls the inclusion of Sariputta and Moggallana's followers into the Sangha. \nWhen is Ill Full Moon Poya Day?\nIll Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in November. \nThe following is the list of Ill Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 29\, 2020Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 18\, 2021Thursday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 07\, 2022Monday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 26\, 2023Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 15\, 2024Friday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 05\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 24\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 14\, 2027Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 02\, 2028Thursday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 21\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 10\, 2030Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 28\, 2031Friday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 17\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 06\, 2033Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 25\, 2034Saturday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 15\, 2035Thursday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 04\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 22\, 2037Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 11\, 2038Thursday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 30\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 18\, 2040Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 23\, 2041Saturday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 12\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 01\, 2043Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 19\, 2044Saturday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 08\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 27\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 17\, 2047Sunday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 05\, 2048Thursday \n \n Ill Full Moon Poya DayNov 24\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Ill Full Moon Poya Day?\nShortly after his Enlightenment\, the Buddha gathered his disciples. On an Ill Full Moon Poya\, he instructed 60 newly enlightened Arahants to go in different directions and spread the Dhamma. \nThis marks the first organized missionary activity in Buddhism\, laying the foundation for its spread across India and eventually the world. \nIll Poya is also associated with the acceptance of Ven. Sariputta and Ven. Moggallana's followers into the Sangha. Both disciples were chief among the Buddha's followers — Sariputta for wisdom and Moggallana for spiritual powers. Their entry and the inclusion of their students greatly strengthened the Sangha. \nWith the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE (by Arahat Mahinda)\, Ill Poya became part of the island's sacred calendar. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/ill-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ill-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250823T013546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T013546Z UID:10000454-1761350400-1761436799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Vap Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Vap Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's seventh year after Enlightenment\, when he preached the Abhidhamma in Tavatimsa Heaven to his mother and later descended at Sankassapura. It also marks the end of the Rainy Retreat and the beginning of the Kathina robe-offering tradition\, which continues in Sri Lanka today. \nWhen is Vap Full Moon Poya Day?\nVap Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in October. \nThe following is the list of Vap Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 30\, 2020Friday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 20\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 09\, 2022Sunday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 28\, 2023Saturday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 17\, 2024Thursday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 06\, 2025Monday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 25\, 2026Sunday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 15\, 2027Friday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 18\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 07\, 2029Sunday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 26\, 2030Saturday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 15\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 04\, 2032Monday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 22\, 2033Saturday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 02\, 2034Monday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 30\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 19\, 2036Sunday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 08\, 2037Thursday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 27\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 17\, 2039Monday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 05\, 2040Friday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 13\, 2041Sunday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 15\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 02\, 2043Friday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 20\, 2044Thursday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 10\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 29\, 2046Monday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 18\, 2047Friday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 07\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Vap Full Moon Poya DayOct 26\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Vap Full Moon Poya Day?\nThe Buddha established the Vassana (Rainy Season Retreat)\, a three-month period during which monks stayed in one place for meditation and teaching. This retreat ended in October (Vap month). \nAfterward\, the lay community performed the Kathina Pinkama ceremony: offering new robes (Kathina Cheevara) and requisites to the Sangha\, and strengthening ties between lay devotees and monks. \nThis tradition\, beginning in the Buddha's time\, continues in Sri Lanka to this day and is considered one of the most meritorious acts. \nVap Poya also commemorates the Buddha's seventh year after Enlightenment\, when he ascended to Tavatimsa Heaven. \nHis purpose was to repay gratitude to his mother\, Queen Māyā Devi\, who had passed away seven days after his birth and was reborn as a celestial being. \nThere\, he preached the Abhidhamma (higher teachings) to her and the assembled devas. This event underscores the Buddha's deep sense of gratitude and filial piety. \nAfter spending three months in Tavatimsa\, the Buddha descended back to Earth at Sankassapura. \nAccording to tradition\, devas\, brahmas\, and humans all gathered to welcome him. This descent symbolizes the unity of heaven and earth through the Dhamma. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/vap-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Vap-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250823T012612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T012612Z UID:10000453-1758844800-1758931199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Binara Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Binara Full Moon Poya commemorates the establishment of the Bhikkhuni Order\, when the Buddha ordained his foster mother Mahāpajāpati Gotami and 500 women. This completed the Fourfold Sangha (monks\, nuns\, laymen\, laywomen). The event marked a historic step in recognizing women's spiritual capacity\, a legacy still honored in Sri Lanka today. \nWhen is Binara Full Moon Poya Day?\nBinara Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in September. \nThe following is the list of Binara Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 01\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 20\, 2021Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 10\, 2022Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 29\, 2023Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 17\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 07\, 2025Sunday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 26\, 2026Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 15\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 18\, 2028Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 08\, 2029Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 27\, 2030Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 16\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 04\, 2032Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 23\, 2033Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 14\, 2034Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 01\, 2035Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 19\, 2036Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 08\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 15\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 16\, 2039Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 14\, 2040Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 24\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 13\, 2042Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 03\, 2043Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 21\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 10\, 2045Sunday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 29\, 2046Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 19\, 2047Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 07\, 2048Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 26\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Binara Full Moon Poya Day?\nMahāpajāpati Gotami\, the Buddha's foster mother and aunt (who raised him after Queen Māyā's death)\, was deeply devoted to the Buddha and his teachings. Together with 500 women from the Sakya clan\, she requested to be ordained into the Sangha. Initially\, the Buddha refused her request\, concerned about the challenges women might face as monastics. \nVen. Ananda Thera\, the Buddha's attendant and one of his closest disciples\, intervened. He respectfully questioned the Buddha: were women capable of achieving the same spiritual attainments (enlightenment\, arahantship) as men if ordained? \nThe Buddha confirmed that women were indeed capable of reaching the highest spiritual goals. Following this\, the Buddha permitted the ordination of women. \nMahāpajāpati Gotami and her companions became the first Bhikkhunis (nuns). With their ordination\, the Fourfold Sangha was completed: Bhikkhus (monks)\, Bhikkhunis (nuns)\, Upasakas (laymen) and Upasikas (laywomen). This was a groundbreaking step in religious history\, affirming the role of women in spiritual life. \nThe Bhikkhuni Order flourished in India and Sri Lanka for many centuries. Sri Lanka\, in particular\, became a center of Bhikkhuni training. Sri Lankan nuns later helped re-establish the order in other countries. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/binara-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Binara-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250822T235319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T020028Z UID:10000452-1756252800-1756339199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Nikini Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Nikini Full Moon Poya commemorates the First Buddhist Council at Rajagaha\, where 500 Arahants preserved the Dhamma and Vinaya after the Buddha's Parinibbāna. It also marks the start of the Vassana rainy retreat\, strengthening monastic discipline. \nWhen is Nikini Full Moon Poya Day?\nNikini Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in August. \nThe following is the list of Nikini Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 03\, 2020Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 22\, 2021Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 11\, 2022Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 30\, 2023Wednesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 19\, 2024Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 08\, 2025Friday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 27\, 2026Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 16\, 2027Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 20\, 2028Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 09\, 2029Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 28\, 2030Wednesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 17\, 2031Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 05\, 2032Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 24\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 14\, 2034Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 02\, 2035Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 20\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 10\, 2037Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 29\, 2038Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 18\, 2039Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 07\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 26\, 2041Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 12\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 08\, 2043Saturday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 11\, 2044Thursday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 06\, 2045Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 01\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 19\, 2047Monday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 09\, 2048Sunday \n \n Nikini Full Moon Poya DayAug 19\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Nikini Full Moon Poya Day?\nAfter the Parinibbāna (passing away) of the Buddha in the 5th century BCE\, the Sangha faced the challenge of preserving his teachings. \nThree months later\, under the leadership of Ven. Mahākassapa Thera\, the First Buddhist Council was convened at Rajagaha (Rajgir\, India). 500 Arahants (enlightened monks) gathered to recite and codify the Dhamma (teachings) and the Vinaya (disciplinary code). \nVen. Ananda\, the Buddha's attendant\, who had memorized most of the Buddha's discourses\, recited the Suttas. Ven. Upali recited the Vinaya rules. \nThis effort ensured the authentic transmission of the Buddha's word across generations. \nVen. Ananda\, beloved for his devotion and memory\, had not attained Arahantship at the time of the Buddha's passing. On the night before the Council\, he attained enlightenment\, enabling him to participate. His recitation of the Buddha's sermons was crucial in preserving the Sutta Pitaka. \nNikini Poya also commemorates the formal establishment of the Vassana (rainy season retreat). During the rainy months\, monks were required to remain in one monastery rather than travel. This practice encouraged meditation\, teaching\, and discipline\, while laypeople supported the monks with food and essentials. \nWith the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka (3rd century BCE\, Arahat Mahinda)\, Nikini Poya became part of the Buddhist calendar. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/nikini-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Nikini-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T000000 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250714T032723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T041630Z UID:10000385-1752364800-1752364800@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Visakha Bucha DESCRIPTION:Visakha Bucha Day is the holiest day in the Thai Buddhist calendar. It commemorates three major events in the life of the Lord Buddha\, all of which are believed to have occurred on the same full moon day of the sixth lunar month: His birth\, His enlightenment (Bodhi)\, and His passing into nirvana (Parinirvana). \nWhen is Visakha Bucha?\nVisakha Bucha is observed on the full moon day of the sixth lunar month\, usually in May. \nThe following is the list of Visakha Bucha from 2020 to 2029. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Visakha BuchaMay 06\, 2020Wednesday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 26\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 15\, 2022Sunday \n \n Visakha BuchaJun 03\, 2023Saturday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 22\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 11\, 2025Sunday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 01\, 2026Friday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 20\, 2027Thursday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 08\, 2028Monday \n \n Visakha BuchaMay 27\, 2029Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Visakha Bucha?\nThe term "Visakha" refers to the Vesakha lunar month in the ancient Indian calendar\, which corresponds to April – May. \nThe observance dates back over 2\,500 years\, originating soon after the Buddha's death (circa 5th century BCE)\, when followers began commemorating key events in his life during monthly full moon assemblies. \nIndia is the birthplace of Buddhism\, where early monks marked Buddha's enlightenment and death with meditative observances and recitations. \nAs Buddhism spread to Southeast Asia\, especially in the Theravāda tradition\, the holiday became formalized and integrated into monarchic and temple rituals \nVisakha Bucha has been celebrated in Thailand since the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods\, but it gained prominence during the Rattanakosin era. \nIn 1957\, the Thai government officially declared Visakha Bucha a national holiday\, following a recommendation from the World Fellowship of Buddhists. \nIn 1999\, the United Nations officially recognized Visakha (Vesak) Day as an International Day of Observance\, acknowledging its spiritual significance to millions of Buddhists worldwide. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/visakha-bucha/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Visakha-Bucha.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250513 DTSTAMP:20260510T154417 CREATED:20250112T061608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T024422Z UID:10000182-1747008000-1747094399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Wesak Day (Malaysia) DESCRIPTION:Wesak Day\, also known as Vesak or Buddha Day\, is a significant celebration for Buddhists worldwide. It commemorates the birth\, enlightenment and passing of Gautama Buddha\, the founder of Buddhism. In Malaysia\, Wesak Day is a public holiday and is observed with reverence and vibrant ceremonies. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Wesak Day?\nThe History of Wesak Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMore about Gautama Buddha?\n\nWhen is Wesak Day?\nWesak Day is celebrated on the full moon day of the lunar month of Vesakha\, which usually falls in May. The exact date varies each year depending on the lunar calendar. \nThe following is the list of Wesak Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Wesak DayMay 07\, 2020Thursday \n \n Wesak DayMay 26\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 15\, 2022Sunday \n \n Wesak DayJune 04\, 2023Sunday \n \n Wesak DayMay 22\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 12\, 2025Monday \n \n Wesak DayMay 31\, 2026Sunday \n \n Wesak DayMay 20\, 2027Thursday \n \n Wesak DayMay 08\, 2028Monday \n \n Wesak DayMay 27\, 2029Sunday \n \n Wesak DayMay 17\, 2030Friday \n \n Wesak DayJune 04\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 23\, 2032Sunday \n \n Wesak DayMay 13\, 2033Friday \n \n Wesak DayJune 01\, 2034Thursday \n \n Wesak DayMay 22\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 10\, 2036Saturday \n \n Wesak DayMay 29\, 2037Friday \n \n Wesak DayMay 18\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 07\, 2039Saturday \n \n Wesak DayMay 25\, 2040Friday \n \n Wesak DayMay 16\, 2041Thursday \n \n Wesak DayJune 03\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 23\, 2043Saturday \n \n Wesak DayJune 10\, 2044Friday \n \n Wesak DayMay 30\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 20\, 2046Sunday \n \n Wesak DayJune 08\, 2047Saturday \n \n Wesak DayMay 27\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Wesak DayMay 17\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Wesak Day\nWesak Day is one of the most important Buddhist festivals. Its origins are deeply rooted in Buddhist traditions and have been celebrated for centuries in various countries. \nWesak Day marks three significant events in the life of Gautama Buddha\, all believed to have occurred on the same day in different years: \n– Birth: Siddhartha Gautama was born as a prince in Lumbini (now Nepal) around 623 BCE.\n– Enlightenment: At the age of 35\, he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya\, India\, realizing the path to liberation from suffering.\n– Parinirvana: At the age of 80\, Buddha passed away in Kushinagar\, India\, achieving liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth. \nThe first formal recognition of Wesak Day as an international Buddhist celebration occurred at the World Fellowship of Buddhists Conference in 1950\, held in Sri Lanka. The conference agreed to observe Wesak as the most sacred day for Buddhists worldwide\, celebrated on the full moon of the lunar month of Vesakha (April/May). \nBuddhism arrived in Southeast Asia around the 3rd century BCE\, brought by traders and missionaries. Over time\, Wesak Day became a key celebration for Malaysia's Buddhist community\, reflecting the country's multicultural and religiously diverse society. \nMalaysia officially declared Wesak Day a national public holiday in 1962\, acknowledging the significance of Buddhism in the country and its contributions to Malaysian culture and harmony. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nWesak Day is filled with rituals\, acts of kindness\, and community celebrations. \nDevotees gather at Buddhist temples early in the morning for special prayers and chanting of sutras. Monks lead the congregation in meditation and spiritual teachings. \nOfferings of flowers\, candles\, incense\, and fruits are made at altars to honor the Buddha. These offerings symbolize impermanence and the need to let go of material attachments. \nA key tradition is the Bathing the Buddha ceremony\, where devotees pour water over a statue of the infant Buddha. This symbolizes the cleansing of the mind and soul from impurities and bad karma. \nMany Buddhists use the day to perform Dana (acts of generosity) by donating food\, money or essential items to the underprivileged. \nReleasing caged birds\, fish or other animals is a common practice\, symbolizing the liberation of all beings and promoting compassion. Volunteer activities\, such as cleaning public spaces or visiting nursing homes\, are organized to spread kindness. \nLighting candles\, lanterns or oil lamps is a common practice\, representing the Buddha's enlightenment and the victory of light over darkness. \nMany Buddhists adopt a vegetarian diet on Wesak Day to honor the principle of non-violence and show compassion for all living beings. \nIn Malaysia\, people of different faiths often join in the celebrations or visit temples\, reflecting the country's multicultural spirit. \nMore about Gautama Buddha?\nGautama Buddha\, also known as Siddhartha Gautama\, was a spiritual teacher\, philosopher and the founder of Buddhism. \nSiddhartha Gautama was born around 623 BCE in Lumbini\, now Nepal\, into the royal Shakya clan. His father was the ruler of a small kingdom of Kapilavastu\, and his mother passed away shortly after his birth. \nTo ensure Siddhartha followed the path of royalty\, his father shielded him from the harsh realities of life. He grew up in luxury\, married Princess Yasodhara and had a son. \nAt the age of 29\, Siddhartha ventured outside the palace and encountered four sights that profoundly changed his perspective: an old man\, a sick person\, a dead body\, and a wandering ascetic. These encounters led him to question the purpose of life and the nature of suffering. \nSiddhartha left his palace\, wife and son to seek answers to life's profound questions. Siddhartha resolved to meditate under the Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya\, India. After meditating for 49 days\, he achieved nirvana (enlightenment) at the age of 35\, realizing the truths about life\, suffering and liberation. \nThe Buddha's enlightenment centered on understanding these truths:\n– Dukkha: Life is suffering.\n– Samudaya: Suffering arises from craving and attachment.\n– Nirodha: Suffering can be overcome.\n– Magga: The Eightfold Path leads to the cessation of suffering. \nThe Buddha spent the rest of his life traveling across India\, teaching to people of all castes and backgrounds. \nAt the age of 80\, Gautama Buddha passed into Parinirvana (final liberation) in Kushinagar\, India. His death marked his complete release from the cycle of birth\, death and rebirth URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/wesak-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Wesak-Day.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR