Leaders of the Association of SMEs attended and congratulated the Buddha's birthday at Quan Su Pagoda

DNHN - This is a significant religious event in the spiritual and religious life of Buddhists and a world cultural and religious festival recognized by the General Assembly of the United Nations.

The Great Buddha's Birthday, 2567 - Solar Calendar 2023, was organized by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha on the morning of June 2 at Quan Su Pagoda in Hanoi. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and a large number of people were present to offer their congratulations. Hanoi people.

Dr. To Hoai Nam - Standing Vice Chairman and General Secretary of the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (VINASME) - was also present and extended birthday greetings to the Buddha.

This is a significant religious event in the spiritual and religious life of Buddhists and a world cultural and religious festival recognized by the General Assembly of the United Nations.

Buddhism, as a religion of compassion, kindness, and goodwill, was born for human life, happiness, and world peace. Buddhism always upholds the spirit of the Buddha Dharma, which is inseparable from the worldly dharma, in both the practice of teachings and in daily life. This Buddhist philosophy has existed since its introduction to Vietnam. It is the continued incarnation philosophy of King Tran Nhan Tong, Tran Thai Tong, and Zen masters of the Ly-Tran dynasties.

The Prime Minister asserted that, throughout history, Buddhism has made a significant contribution to the cause of national construction and defense through the spirit of national protection, mental tranquility, and the motto of the Dharma and the Nation. Socialism. In recent years, Buddhist activities and Buddhist social activities have adhered to reality, towards and for individuals. Numerous believers, Buddhists, and people support charitable, humanitarian, and social activities.

The Party and State consistently implement the policy of respecting and protecting the right of the people to freedom of belief and religion; ensure that religious activities comply with the law, the constitution, and the constitution of a religion recognized by the State...

On behalf of the leaders of the Party and State, the Prime Minister acknowledged, appreciated, and thanked the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, monks, nuns, and fellow Buddhists at home and abroad for their significant contributions to the country in recent years.

Wishing the Buddha's Birthday, the 2567th Buddhist calendar of the Vietnamese Buddhist Church, to be a complete success.

With the successful organization of the United Nations Day of Vesak three times, the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha has made a significant contribution to the development of world Buddhism, as well as strengthened the position and role of Vietnamese Buddhism and its reputation. Vietnam and its citizens in the eyes of international allies.

The year 2023 holds great significance for the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, as it is the first year in which the program of Buddhist activities outlined by the Resolution of the IX Congress of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha for the 2022-2027 term will be implemented.

Particularly, after many years of being affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, this year's Buddha's Birthday was held solemnly across the country, bringing together a large number of monks, nuns, Buddhists, and people who contributed to the propagation of the Buddha's values.

With a tradition of patriotism, attachment, and companionship with the nation, the Prime Minister hopes and believes that the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha will continue to promote the spirit of entering the world, serving sentient beings, the masses, and the path of righteousness. benefit life, benefit the nation, and benefit the people as the practice's direction.

The Prime Minister proposed that the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha at all levels continue to promote the tradition of solidarity and exemplary behavior, as well as implement and encourage monks, nuns, and fellow Buddhists to carry out the Party's directives and policies effectively. the laws of the State; actively respond to patriotic emulation movements; actively participate in and implement effectively charity, humanitarian, and social security activities...

Most Venerable Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and the delegation were thanked by Thich Thien Nhon, Chairman of the Central Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, for their birthday greetings.

Hundreds of Buddhists celebrated the Birthday of the Great Buddha solemnly and reverently, with great joy.

Buddhists wait in line to bathe the Buddha following the rituals of reciting Buddha's blessings, proclaiming the Buddha's birthday message from the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, and proclaiming the Buddha's birthday address by the Venerable Master, Chairman of the Council. Administration of the Buddhist Church in Vietnam.

Bao Bao