Buddhists Welcomed to White House to Celebrate Vesak
Justin Whitaker
9 May 2023
Buddhists in the US celebrate the Buddha’s birthday in the first large in-person celebration at the White House
Dalai Lama Points to the Heart of the Buddhadharma as Buddhists Around the World Observe Vesak
Craig Lewis
8 May 2023
As Buddhists around the world celebrated the the day of Vesak on 5 May, His Holiness the Dalai Lama shared a message for Buddhists across the globe.
Mongolian Kanjur from India’s Ministry of Culture Distributed in Russia
Lyudmila Klasanova
30 May 2022
Sharing a sacred Vajrayana text as a symbol of international dialogue and cross-cultural relations
Making History: Vesak Celebrated at the White House with Candle Offerings
Craig Lewis
27 May 2021
Second Gentleman Emhoff joins representatives of all…
Dalai Lama Offers a Message of Compassion and Unity as Buddhists Around the World Mark Vesak
Craig Lewis
26 May 2021
Occasion marked by low-key gatherings and virtual events
17th United Nations Day of Vesak Event Canceled over Coronavirus Risk
Craig Lewis
10 March 2020
Thailand was due to host the event for a 12th time in May