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SUMMARY:Buddha Pūjā & Chanting
DESCRIPTION:Buddha Pūjā & Chanting take place every day at the Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre.
URL:https://ssibc.org/event/buddha-puja-chanting/
LOCATION:Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre\, 309–311 Kingsbury Road\, London\, NW9 9PE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Daily,Meditation,Temple,Traditions
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SUMMARY:Samatha Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Samatha Meditation practice session.
URL:https://ssibc.org/event/samatha-meditation/
LOCATION:Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre\, 309–311 Kingsbury Road\, London\, NW9 9PE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Kathina Chivara Puja
DESCRIPTION:Kathina Chivara Puja is a significant religious event celebrated in various Buddhist traditions around the world. It marks the conclusion of the three-month Vassa (rain retreat) period observed by monks during the monsoon season. The term “Kathina” refers to a wooden frame used to support robes\, while “Chivara” symbolizes the robes themselves. \nDuring this event\, lay devotees gather at Buddhist monasteries to offer new robes and other necessities to the monks as a way of expressing gratitude for their teachings and guidance. The ceremony holds great importance as it strengthens the bond between the monastic community and the lay followers\, emphasizing the spirit of generosity and support. \nThe festivities typically begin with a colorful procession\, where lay devotees carry the Kathina robe frame\, accompanied by traditional music and chanting. Once inside the monastery\, a formal offering ceremony takes place\, during which the new robes and other requisites are presented to the monks. This act of giving is believed to accumulate merit for the devotees and create positive karma. \nApart from the ceremonial aspect\, Kathina Chivara Puja is also an occasion for spiritual reflection and renewal. It provides an opportunity for both monks and lay followers to come together\, engage in meditation\, listen to Dhamma talks\, and engage in acts of virtuous practice. The event fosters a sense of community and solidarity within the Buddhist tradition\, encouraging individuals to deepen their commitment to the path of enlightenment. \nOverall\, Kathina Chivara Puja serves as a joyous celebration of generosity\, gratitude\, and spiritual devotion\, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between the monastic order and the lay community in the Buddhist tradition. \n 
URL:https://ssibc.org/event/kathina-chivara-puja-2026/
LOCATION:Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre\, 309–311 Kingsbury Road\, London\, NW9 9PE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Annually,Temple,Traditions
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SUMMARY:Il Full Moon (Pōya) Day
DESCRIPTION:The Kaṭhina Cīvara Pūjā is the Buddhist “communal ceremony of making robe offerings” to Buddhist monks who complete the three-month rain-retreat (vassa). Annually\, the ceremony takes place in October / November\, depending on the lunar calendar. A period of four weeks is set aside for the celebration after the Il full moon (Pōya) day\, which marks the monks’ ‘pavāraṇa’ (ending) of the rain retreat. Lay devotees formally and communally offer a “specially stitched robe” to the members of the saṅgha (monastic community) identified as Kaṭhina robe. Theravāda Buddhist traditions consider the offering of the Kaṭhina robe as an enormously meritorious deed.
URL:https://ssibc.org/event/il-full-moon-poya-day-2026/
LOCATION:Śrī Saddhātissa International Buddhist Centre\, 309–311 Kingsbury Road\, London\, NW9 9PE\, United Kingdom
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