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| Visakhapuja Day (2011) | |
The annual commemoration of the Birth, the Enlightenment, and the Parinirvana of the Buddha, events that according to tradition all fell on the same day throughout his life. In Thailand, this day is a public holiday and falls on the 15th day of the waxing moon in the sixth lunar month. This is usually in the second half of May. In Buddhist temples Visakha Bucha is commemorated by a candle procession, the singing of mantras, and preaching. The ‘struggle with Mara’ during the maravijaya scene in the Buddha's life. Mae Phra Thoranee, the earth goddess, comes to the aid of the Buddha by wringing water from her long hair and thus flooding the demon Mara and his army. This saved the Buddha from the temptation of desire. |
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 17.05.2011 |
| Category | Buddhist Story Buddhist Festival |
| Type | First Day Cover |