Vesak Day
Sangha Day
Buddhist New Year
Meditations
Basic Facts
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Vesak day marks

the birth death and enlightenment of the historical Buddha

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In honor of ...?

The buddhist community

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Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Burma, Thailand and Lao's celebrations last how many days?

3 days
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The purpose of meditation is to stop the mind rushing about in an aimless (or even a purposeful) stream of ...

thoughts

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Who created Buddhism?

Buddha

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Also known as?

Buddha Day

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A traditional time to exchange ...

gifts

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What are the songs mostly directed towards?

glorifying the powers and abilities of Buddhist deities

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Group can also be a special retreat called

Sesshin

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How many major divisions are there?
Two
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Offerings of flowers, candles, and burning incense are made & Bathing the Buddha & Releasing Birds

These are ... 

Ways to celebrate

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the gathering of ...

monks

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What are two ways the new year is celebrated?

visit temples/monasteries, offer prayer/worship to Buddha, singing songs for other deities

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A special meditation room

Zendo

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What beliefs was Buddhism founded on?

Hinduism beliefs

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