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Int’l Buddhist Confederation Secretary General hails Vietnam’s imprints in Vesak 2025

The Venerable mentioned that this was the fourth time Vietnam had hosted the Vesak celebrations, and each time has left a significant impact. He emphasised the meticulous attention to detail, which made this year’s Vesak a standout event, leaving a deep impression on Buddhist monks, nuns and followers, and international delegates.

Venerable Shartse Khensur Rinpoche Jangchup Choeden, Secretary General of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), grants an interview to the Vietnam News Agency (Photo: VNA)
Venerable Shartse Khensur Rinpoche Jangchup Choeden, Secretary General of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), grants an interview to the Vietnam News Agency (Photo: VNA)

New Delhi (VNA) – Venerable Shartse Khensur Rinpoche Jangchup Choeden, Secretary General of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), has highly praised the cultural identity showcased throughout the United Nations Day of Vesak 2025, hosted by Vietnam from May 6–8, affirming that Vesak 2025 carries a distinct "Vietnamese flavour," harmoniously and consistently conveying the cultural and spiritual values of Buddhism.

The Venerable mentioned that this was the fourth time Vietnam had hosted the Vesak celebrations, and each time has left a significant impact. He emphasised the meticulous attention to detail, which made this year’s Vesak a standout event, leaving a deep impression on Buddhist monks, nuns and followers, and international delegates.

According to Venerable Jangchup Choeden, Vesak holds special and sacred significance for the global Buddhist community. Despite the diversity of Buddhist traditions and sects, when Vesak and the Buddha are mentioned, all Buddhists unite in shared reverence, symbolising harmony and unity on this important day. He expressed hope that Vietnam will continue to have opportunities to host the Vesak celebrations in the future.

A special highlight of Vesak 2025 was the event coinciding with the procession of the Buddha's relics from India to Vietnam (May 2–June 2). The Venerable described this as a divine gift, offering a precious opportunity for international delegates to pay respects and receive blessings.

The enshrinement of the Buddha's relics in Vietnam this time carries profound significance, as it marks the first time in history that the relics of the Buddha have been officially taken from India to Vietnam. He shared his deep emotions upon witnessing the long lines of people waiting for hours with reverence, reflecting their strong respect and faith in the Buddha's teachings.

Praising the success of Vesak 2025, Venerable Jangchup Choeden suggested Vietnam consider inviting additional relics in future Vesak celebrations, such as the Piprahwa relics or those of great disciples like Sariputta and Moggallana. According to him, the veneration not only brings blessings to Buddhist monks, nuns and followers but also deepens the spiritual meaning of Vesak, while spreading the values of compassion and wisdom of the Buddha.

In his message to the people of Vietnam, the Venerable advised that to achieve peace and harmony in life, everyone should continue to learn and practice the teachings of the Buddha. When the Buddha's teachings are absorbed and applied in daily life, individuals will find inner peace, which in turn fosters a harmonious and peaceful society./.

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