Vesak Message

Those who practice the Dhamma see the Buddha. Therefore we are still able to see the Buddha even though he passed away 2565 years ago. However , this does not mean that we get the chance to see the Buddha physically. Rather through practicing the teachings of the Buddha we invite the Buddha to exist in our minds. It creates conceptions of integrity of the teaching. When someone asks us who the Buddha is , the answer would be nothing but compassion and wisdom. These core teachings of philosophy inspires us to be kind and wise ,every moment of our lives with each step that we make.

Compared to the other realms , being a part of the human realm as a human is incredibly rare. By realizing the truth of this we should use this noble life for good causes. Kindness represents “heart” and wisdom represents “mind”. With the guidance of the Buddha one can awaken both of these factors of mankind. That means seeing the Buddha not only on Vesak day but throughout our lives , until our last breath. We should strongly encourage ourselves to follow this path of purification.

Begin with yourself and your physical body and your mind. Be aware of the true nature of the life cycle, and then one may witness the impermanence of the physical body and mind. Finally you may touch and feel the impermanence of life.

Everything is impermanent and subject to change. Finally we see that we have no control over anything or anyone which includes our own lives .

By realizing this truth one may remain calm and still . This is what finally leads us to realize the ultimate goal of Nibbana which is the only permanent thing in this impermanent word.

Ven. Dr. Mirisse Dhammika thero