Vesak Ceremony (In-Person & Online)

Tim and Keri would like to personally invite you to our annual Vesak ceremony at Seattle Insight. Vesak is the most sacred holy day of Buddhism and is celebrated by Buddhists all over the world. It is a recognition of the birth, awakening, and final passing away of the historical Buddha. It is commonly referred to as ‘Buddha’s Day’ and is usually on the first full moon in May (the actual day varies each year). Lay practitioners traditionally observe the day by practicing the precepts, bringing flowers and/or offerings to a temple, meditating and listening to a dharma talk. It is generally thought of as a solemn occasion, although many places have large secular parties, parades, and festivals (similar to Christmas or Easter).

We will celebrate Vesak this year by holding a special meditation and ceremony at our center.  You may wish to bring extra intentionality to keeping the precepts and committing to your practices that day.

In preparation for the ceremony, those at home could have with you some water, flowers, a bowl and a small buddha statue (or picture).

Please join us for this special ceremony.

Questions?

If you have questions about this event, please contact webmaster@seattleinsight.org

Registration & Donation

Registration is not needed for this ceremony. The suggested event donation is $5, plus teacher dana. (Dana is a term for generosity, or freely offered giving.) Teacher dana can be offered at the event or online. Please use your best efforts to pay the suggested donation or another heartfelt amount. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay. Dana for Seattle Insight and the Teachers can be offered online at https://seattleinsight.org/donate, or in person on Monday nights.