The Most Venerable Dr Hammalawa Saddhātissa (1914–1990) passed away on 13 February 1990. An admired Buddhist monk and scholar, Venerable Saddhātissa, is annually commemorated for two days in February with…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. One important narrative is that on the Vap Full Moon Day, which marks the end of the three-month rain-retreat, the Buddha had…
January 1 is celebrated as the New Year at the Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre with the chanting of paritta as blessings. Throughout the day, devotees attend religious activities dressed…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts.
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts.
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts.
The Sinhala and Tamil New year, one of the most significant annual, non-religious events enjoyed by both the Sinhala and Tamil-speaking Sri Lankans, falls on the 13th and the 14th…
Esala Full Moon Poya Day is a sacred Buddhist holiday celebrated in Sri Lanka, coinciding with the month of Esala in the lunar calendar. It commemorates significant events related to…
Esala Full Moon Poya Day holds a special significance as it marks the beginning of the traditional Buddhist "Vassana" or rain retreat. During this auspicious time, devoted Buddhists invite monks…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. It is still the period of the vassa (rainy) season. The Nikiṇi Pōya day is related to the legends that tell the…
As usual Buddhist devotees observe the eight precepts. It is still the period of the vassa (rainy) season. Historically the Binara Pōya day marks a religiously important event of establishing…