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Vesak (24th May 2013)

Vesak is a holiday observed traditionally by Buddhists in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the South East Asian countries of Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Burma, and Indonesia. Sometimes informally called “Buddha’s Birthday”, it actually encompasses the birth, enlightenment (nirvāna), and passing away (Parinirvāna) of Gautama Buddha. The exact date of Vesākha varies according [...]

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Tiger Temple

Tiger Temple Art Example and Display

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The Buddha Story

PowerPoint presentation which could be useful for introducing Buddhism to children (aimed at senior classes but could be modified to suit younger ones)

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