Dec. 8 marks the celebration of Bodhi Day in Japanese Buddhism. Bodhi means enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit. It commemorates the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha.
Themes: Sharing; leadership; caring for others; self-sacrifice; Buddhism. Summary: Bodhi Day marks the moment 2,500 years ago at which Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment, becoming the ...
Bodhi Day will fall on January 18 ... Homes are often decorated in symbols honouring traditional African heritage. Like Hanukkah, there is a candle lighting ceremony during Kwanzaa, but instead ...