As one of the most significant Buddhist religious days, the Vesak ceremony at the majestic Borobudur Temple has become a celebration for all faiths -- honouring Indonesia"s diversity and inclusivity ...

The Buddha's teachings of compassion, tolerance and selfless service resonate deeply with the values of the United Nations. In an era of profound global challenges, these timeless principles must ...

Sotheby’s on Wednesday postponed an auction of jewels associated with Buddha’s remains after the Indian government opposed the sale and demanded it be halted. The gems for auction were found ...

(RNS) — On May 6, just days before Buddhists around the world celebrate the holiday of Vesak, Sotheby’s Hong Kong will put relics of the Buddha — what Sotheby’s calls the “Piprahwa Gems ...

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Editor’s Note: A version of this story ran on May 6. It was updated following the auction’s postponement. Sotheby’s has postponed the controversial sale of a dazzling cache of jewels linked ...

Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, marks the birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana of Lord Buddha. It is one of the most sacred days for Buddhists across the world.

This undated photo released by Sotheby's, shows the Pirprahwa Gems of the Historical Buddha. (Sotheby's via AP) 31,690 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?