Celebrating Vesak Day 2025 with the Hawaii Buddhist Community in Hawaii

Aloha and warm greetings to the Hawaii Buddhist community, and fellow Practitioners!

On behalf of JBSPRESS - Journal of Buddhist Studies, it is our great pleasure to extend warm congratulations to the Hawaii Buddhist community for celebrating Vesak Day 2025 for the first time in the spirit of service. This joyous occasion marks the birth of the Buddha, a revered figure whose teachings have inspired countless individuals around the world.

Vesak Day is a sacred occasion that embodies the principles of compassion, wisdom, and peace. As we come together to celebrate this momentous day, we honor the Buddha's legacy and the values he embodied. This celebration serves as a reminder of the importance of kindness, empathy, and understanding in our daily lives.

The Hawaii Buddhist community's decision to celebrate Vesak Day in the spirit of service reflects the true essence of the Buddha's teachings. By engaging in acts of kindness and compassion, we not only honor the Buddha's legacy but also contribute to the greater good of our community.

We would like to express our deepest appreciation to the Hawaii Buddhist community for their dedication to spreading the Buddha's message of peace and compassion. Your efforts to celebrate Vesak Day in a meaningful and impactful way are truly commendable.

Once again, we offer our warmest congratulations to the Hawaii Buddhist community on this joyous occasion. May Vesak Day 2025 be a time of great joy, peace, and spiritual growth for all. May the Buddha's teachings guide us on our journey, inspiring us to cultivate greater compassion, wisdom, and kindness in our lives. May the blessings of the Buddha be upon you, and may you continue to spread love, kindness, and compassion to all beings.

Mahalo (thank you) for your dedication to the Buddha's teachings and for being a beacon of peace and compassion in the community.

The Buddha in our hearts.

Sincerely,

Hon. Thich Giac Chinh, Buddhist Missionary

Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Buddhist Studies