An Hau Pagoda releases 6 tons of fish into Lam River

Scene of the release ceremony on Lam River. Photo: Huy Thu

Perform the ceremonyrelease, the pagoda mobilized many Buddhists to do volunteer work, serving the fish release. The source of fish for release was purchased from the breeding farm of Xuan Hoa commune (Nam Dan). The fish were packed into sacks and transported by car to the bank of Lam river at the foot of Quyet mountain (Vinh city) for release.

After the ceremony, more than 6 tons of fish of various kinds, such as silver carp, bighead carp, common carp, etc., were released.Lam Riverin the prayers of hundreds of Buddhists. To ensure that the released fish are alive and healthy, the fish release is carried out quickly and gently.

Monks witness the animal release ceremony. Photo: Huy Thu

Most Venerable Thich Minh Tri - Member of the Central Sangha Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha - abbot of An Hau Pagoda said: The animal release ceremony is a traditional Buddhist ritual, expressing compassion, love for all species, and respect for the lives of all living beings.

Attend the release ceremony with the ritual of releasing fish and birds back into nature to pray for serenity, health, peace, and luck for everyone and every family.

Released fish include silver carp, grass carp, common carp.... Photo: Huy Thu

Releasing fish also contributes to regenerating aquatic resources, balancing the ecosystem, and protecting the environment. This is the first time An Hau Pagoda is also the first pagoda in Vinh City to organize a ceremony to release such a large number of fish./.