BOUDHA JAYANTY
Buddha Jayanti: The Celebration of Enlightenment Introduction Buddha Jayanti, is Buddha Purnima It, is one of the most sacred festivals in Buddhism. There are three most important events in the life of Siddhartha Gautama, who is known as the Buddha: his birth, his enlightenment, and his death (Mahaparinirvana). Celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Baishakh (April or May), Buddha Jayanti holds immense spiritual, cultural, and historical value not only for Buddhists but also for many other people across South Asia and the world. In Nepal, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Boudha Jayanti is especially meaningful. The entire country observes this day with reverence and grandeur, particularly in Lumbini—the birthplace of Buddha—and in areas like Swayambhunath and Boudhanath in Kathmandu. This essay explores the historical background, religious significance, celebrations, and cultural importance of Boudha Jayanti, particularly in the context of Nepal. Histori cal Backgrou n d Siddhar...