Buddha Purnima
Religion · Buddhism · Thu, May 20, 2027 · Computed (rule)
The birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha, as observed in India (Vesak). Vaishakha, Shukla Purnima. Regional dates can differ by a day.
Every year
| Date | Event | When |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, May 5, 2023 | Buddha Purnima | 3 yr ago |
| Thu, May 23, 2024 | Buddha Purnima | 2 yr ago |
| Mon, May 12, 2025 | Buddha Purnima | 16 mo ago |
| Fri, May 1, 2026 | Buddha Purnima | 5 mo ago |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Buddha Purnima | in 8 mo |
| Mon, May 8, 2028 | Buddha Purnima | in 2 yr |
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|---|---|---|
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Source, method and history
- Source
- Wikipedia
- How we know
- Computed: the tithi prevailing at sunrise in New Delhi, amanta month by the Sun’s sidereal sign (Lahiri) at the opening new moon, with Astronomy Engine. Checked against published dates for 2023 to 2026.
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- Changes
- None recorded.
Sources: official schedules and published calendars, linked on every event; computed dates name their rule. Refreshed nightly.