Proper noun
Vesak
A Buddhist holiday celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha.
Synonym: Buddha Day
In the early decades of the 20th century, Vesak Day was associated with the Ceylonese community which then celebrated it along with their National Day in a two-day event. Source: Internet
According to the Minister, Bingiriya Ancient ajamaha Viharaya will be the main centre of State Vesak Festival 2018. Source: Internet
In addition, colourful lanterns called Vesak kuudu are hung along streets and in front of homes. Source: Internet
It is held around the month of May or Vesak, based on the lunar calendar. Source: Internet
This is how Buddhists are expected to celebrate Vesak: to use the opportunity to reiterate their determination to lead noble lives, to develop their minds, to practise loving-kindness and to bring peace and harmony to humanity. Source: Internet
Thuc's anniversary celebrations shortly before Vesak had been bankrolled by the government, and Vatican flags were displayed prominently. Source: Internet