Ten-Day Monlam Chenmo Prayer Begins at Mahabodhi Temple

The ten-day Monlam Chenmo prayer, organized by the Mahabodhi Mahotsav Committee and Tibetan Buddhist monks, commenced on Tuesday within the Mahabodhi Temple complex. Prior to this, the monks performed special prayers and rituals at the main temple. Following this, the prayers began at the monks’ pavilion (mandap).

On this occasion, Buddhist leaders prayed for friendship, compassion, and world peace. A Tibetan monk participating in the event said that performing prayers on the land of Lord Buddha is a fortune of a lifetime. Lord Buddha gave the message of compassion, love, and peace to humanity.

He said that in the current times, the message of world peace is the most essential. Members of the Mahabodhi Mahotsav Committee were also present on this occasion.

Over 1500 Tibetans and 800 Practitioners Participated

Prayer to continue until November 28, daily prayer and meditation programs to be held.