(Baonghean.vn)- On the morning of May 18, the Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, the Executive Board of Nghe An Buddhism coordinated with Song Ngu Son Joint Stock Company to organize a prayer ceremony at Dao Ngu Pagoda.
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| Song Ngu Son Joint Stock Company brought monks, nuns and Buddhists to Dao Ngu Pagoda. |
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| There were over 500 monks, nuns and Buddhists who went to Ngu Island to participate in the prayer ceremony. |
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| Outdoor prayer service on Ngu Island. |
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| The famous sacred Ngu Pagoda was built in the 8th century. The pagoda worships both Buddha and King Sat Hai Hoang Ta Thon - a famous general of the Tran Dynasty who is known for many legends among the people. |
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| Ring the bell to pray for the souls of martyrs at Ngu Pagoda. |
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| The monks presided over the memorial service. |
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| Many monks and nuns participated in praying for the souls of martyrs. |
This activity is part of a series of events of the Buddhist Sangha nationwide to celebrate Buddha's birthday, calling on compatriots, monks, nuns, and Buddhists to pay their respects and commemorate the heroic martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the mission of protecting the sea and islands, fighting for national independence. This is also an opportunity for Buddhists to pray for national peace and prosperity.
Nguyen Nguyen
