Navam Full Moon Poya

Navam Full Moon Poya is a Buddhist holiday that is celebrated in Sri Lanka. It is the day that the Buddha is said to have conceived the idea of enlightenment. The holiday is celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Navam, which usually falls in February or March.

In Sri Lanka, Navam Full Moon Poya is a public holiday. People will visit temples to pray and offer flowers and food. They will also listen to sermons and meditate. Many people will also light oil lamps and candles at home.

Here are some of the customs and traditions associated with Navam Full Moon Poya:

  • Visiting temples: People will visit temples to pray and offer flowers and food. They will also listen to sermons and meditate.
  • Observing Sil: Sil is a set of Buddhist precepts that are observed on special days. On Navam Full Moon Poya, people will observe Sil by abstaining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, and intoxicants.
  • Making offerings: People will make offerings of flowers, food, and oil lamps to the Buddha.
  • Listening to sermons: People will listen to sermons about the life and teachings of the Buddha.
  • Meditating: People will meditate to focus on their minds and develop compassion for others.

Navam Full Moon Poya is a time for spiritual reflection and renewal. It is a day to celebrate the teachings of the Buddha and to practice compassion and kindness.

Here are some additional facts about Navam Full Moon Poya:

  • Navam Full Moon Poya is one of the most important Buddhist holidays in Sri Lanka.
  • The holiday is also known as Navam Poya or Navam Full Moon Day.
  • Navam Full Moon Poya is a public holiday in Sri Lanka.
  • The date of Navam Full Moon Poya changes every year based on the lunar calendar.
  • In 2024, Navam Full Moon Poya will be celebrated on February 23rd.

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