Wesak Day activities for devotees

Wesak day at Kechara House.

AS Buddhists all over Malaysia gather to celebrate Wesak Day tomorrow, Kechara House in Petaling Jaya and Kechara Forest Retreat in Bentong, Pahang, are inviting devotees to spend a day doing good deeds starting from 8am with the Eight Precepts.

Kechara House's main events on Wesak Day will be held at its Sunway Mas Commercial Centre (PJ) temple.

• 9am - 9.30am: Animal Liberation – Bringing Happiness to Others

The practice of loving-kindness called 'metta', is the main pillar of Buddhism. On Wesak, Buddhists celebrate the value of life by liberating the lives of animals. Join Kechara House on this virtuous day and gain a bounty of merits by freeing less-fortunate animals from suffering.

• 9.30am to 10.30am: Vegetarian Vow

As a way of honouring life, Buddhists abstain from eating meat on Wesak. The Vegetarian Vow is open to anyone who wants to reduce the suffering of animals being slaughtered for meat. The Vegetarian Vow will be held at the Kechara House Main Prayer Hall.

• 11am to 12.30am: Lama Chopa

Lama Chopa is a guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa, written by the First Panchen Lama based on teachings. This comprehensive practice strengthens one’s relationship with the Spiritual Guide through offerings.

• 1.30pm to 2.30pm: Dharma Talk

Visitors are also welcome to light candles with a donation of RM10 onwards.

Various Wesak Day offering packages are also available. For details, call 012-987 3908 or email [e-mail]