Today is the Full-moon Day for the month of ‘Poṭṭhapāda’ in the Buddhist Calendar.  We invite all Buddhist practitioners to spend this day wisely reflecting on the Dhamma, performing meritorious deeds, and deepening our practice by observing the 8 Precepts.

For many Chinese communities around the world, this 7th lunar month is a time for families to commemorate their loved ones who have passed away.  With the merits accrued from our practice today, we dedicate these merits to all our departed relatives.  Wherever they are, may they be free from suffering and may they be well and happy.