Vesak is when Buddhists worldwide – and in Shepparton and across Australia – come together and recollect the Lord Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and passing. Vesak is an international celebration and listed among UN Observances. Buddhism is one of the world’s oldest philosophies of non-violence and has practiced peaceful relations for over 2600 years. In this day and age, Buddhism continues fostering of world peace. For the ninth year, The Buddhist Association of the Goulburn Valley will be celebrating Vesak in Shepparton on Saturday 18th of May 2024 from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm at the Queen’s Gardens.
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