Author: Bihar Say | Amrita |

Amid this peace and serenity, the 19th International Tripitaka Chanting Ceremony has set up the revered ritual inside Bodh Gaya’s Sacred Maha Bodhi Temple; over 8,000 devotees attended the function here from as many as 31 different countries, spiritual congregation evoking a global message on compassion and non-violence enshrined for mankind by Lord Buddha.

Headed by U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti, the ritual served as an important event underlining the international reach of the Buddha’s message and, therefore, inter-cultural amity. Organized by the International Buddhist Federation and Mahabodhi Society, this function enabled the 10-day-long recitation of Tripitaka, the revered book among Buddhists.

This festival involves active participation from countries like Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and the United States, as well as more than 3,000 Indian monks and devotees. The Maha Bodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is decorated vibrantly, creating an atmosphere of devotion and spirituality.

The testimony of Bodh Gaya and its role in global Buddhism is that this congregation puts into one prayer, all cornering this world for world peace and unites the practitioners under one umbrella. Such an event not only strengthens the people’s spiritual practices but strengthens cultural and religious ties further.

Bodh Gaya will become the symbol for faith and hope as this mantra reverberates over the next 10 days and will motivate thousands who shall be bestowed with the vision of the Buddha. Keep oneself updated regarding current news.

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