Viet Nam
Buddhism In Vietnam
Buddhism is probably the most popular religion in Vietnam and is mainly of the Mahayana tradition.
Inauguration of Temple worshiping King Lê Thái Tổ in Nghe An
The authorities of Tan Ky district in the central province of Nghe An has formally inaugurated a temple dedicated to Lê Lợi, who later crowned as King Lê Thái Tổ, during Buon Xao Festival and on occasion of 602nd anniversary of Lam Son Uprising
Company launched for studies, translation and print of Buddhist scriptures and publications of Buddhist culture
Tan Vien Buddhist Cultural Publication Ltd was formally launched at a ceremony held on October 7 at its representative office in Hanoi.
A Khmer pagoda exudes peace in Saigon
A 70-year-old Khmer pagoda in Saigon meditates on the Buddha in the bustling urban air.
Buddhism in Vietnam (1) - Mai Tho Truyen
In what way did the Doctrine of Buddha come to Viet-Nam? How was it spread? What influence has it had on the life and thought of the people; on literature and arts? What is the Vietnamese conception of Buddhism and how is it put into practice?
Vietnam Buddhist Sangha’s contributions celebrated at conference
Ho Chi Minh City (Nov. 4, 2016) - Vietnam Buddhist Sangha has contributed to enriching and developing the country’s culture, the rector of HCM City University of Social Sciences and Humanities said at conference held on Wednesday.
Buddha Relics from Thailand Find New Home in Melbourne
On Sunday 4 January, Quang Minh (Bright Light) Temple (QMT), located in Braybrook, Victoria, held a special ceremony to receive the Buddha relics donated to them by Wat Monglkodhammakayaram in Thailand.
The Origins of Vu Lan festival
On Vu Lan day, Buddhists honor their living parents and elders; they also pray for their deceased parents and ancestors. It is generally believed that one who performs a good deed accumulates spiritual merit. In addition, it is considered virtuous when...
Message of The Supreme Patriarch of National Vietnam Buddhist Sangha
Dear Dharma brothers, Sangha members and lay devotees, Today in a cordial atmosphere, we are Buddhists who represent all Buddhist schools from all over the world, being here in order to celebrate the United Nations Day of Vesak 2014 (BE. 2558)...
A journey back to Truc Lam Buddhism
Tens of thousands of pilgrims visit Yen Tu Festival on the 10th day of the first lunar month every year. They believe that even after 100 years of virtuous religious life, they cannot be called true religious people if they do not come to Yen Tu.
Hue Buddhists hold annual ceremony
Thousands of people gathered yesterday at Huong Van Zen Monastery in central Thua Thien - Hue Province to pray to King-Monk Tran Nhan Tong (1258-1308) for peace and prosperity.
One Pillar Pagoda: the soul of Vietnamese capital
Buddhist monks, Ha Noi officials and experts are trying to figure out the best way to preserve one of the most beloved cultural heritage sites of the Vietnamese people.
Buddhism in Vietnam (2) - Mai Tho Truyen
Vietnamese Buddhism is indebted to the former for many favours and an unreserved support and also for two treatises, one on meditation and the other on the Doctrine in general, both of which are of a high religious and literary standard.
Theravada Buddhism in Vietnam
Buddhism came to Vietnam in the first century CE. By the end of the second century, Vietnam developed a major Buddhist centre in the region, commonly known as the Luy-Lâu centre, now in the Bắc Ninh province, north of the present Hanoi city.
Introduction to Buddhism in Viet Nam and Vietnamese Zen
When Buddhism spreads to Vietnam, the Dharma, adapting to the times and the capacities of the people, consists of two traditions, the Northern and the Southern. The Southern tradition (Theravada) emphasizes everyday practical realities and swift self-emancipation, leading to the fruits of the Arahats or Pratyeka Buddhas...
A brief history of Vietnamese Buddhism
Vietnamese Buddhism has a long history of more than 2000 years. Its origin dates back to the 3rd century B.C., when numerous Buddhist missions were sent abroad by Emperor Asoka to disseminate Lord Buddha’s Teachings in such distant countries beyond the borders of India as those in Africa, West and Central Asia as well as South East Asia...
Buddhist Contributions to Good Governance and Development
Under the name Lý hoặc luận (Righting the wrong) states clearly what role Buddhism can play in any society, especially the society of Vietnam of Mâu Tử’ s time: “The Buddhist way, when applied to the family is for: serving the parents; when applied to the nation is for : helping the people; when applied to one’s own life is for: perfection of oneself”