2550th Buddha Jayanti being celebrated today

The 2550th Birth Anniversary of Lord Gautam Buddha, the propounder of immortal messages such as 'non-violence is the foundation of peace and harmony' is being observed today wishing for world peace and prosperity.

As the birth, enlightenment and Nirvana of Lord Buddha falls on the same day of full moon of the month of Baisakh, Buddhists around the world, including Nepal, observe Buddha Jayanti with respect and devotion to Buddha.

The United Nations has been observing the Anniversary of Lord Buddha as a public holiday since 2002.

The books on teachings and messages of Lord Buddha are said to be the largest publication throughout the world.

Teachings of Lord Buddha are included in the world's highly prestigious universities including the Oxford, Cambridge and Harvard Universities.

Lord Buddha, during his 80 year life, carried out a total of 84 thousand discourses which are compiled in various books including 'Binaya', Sutta, Abhidhamma and Tripitak.

Likewise, all general Nepalese people have only one wish that the day lead towards a peaceful and prosperous Nepal, the birthplace of Gautam Buddha.

Buddhists around the world today organise a variety of programmes at the Buddhist religious sites and spread the message of world peace of Lord Gautam Buddha. nepalnews.com pb May 13 06