Asalha Day falls on the first full-moon in July, exactly 2 months after Wesak Day.  It marks the three important events in the history of Buddhism – the day Buddha Gotama was conceived; the day He renounced worldly life to become an ascetic; and the day He first preached the Dhamma as the Enlightened Teacher.

Nalanda marks this thrice-blessed day with meditation, puja, and a special recitation of the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta – the Buddha’s first sermon at Sarnath, India, 2,600 years ago.  Come and join us in celebrating this sacred occasion at Nalanda!  All are welcome.