Hull Buddhist Groups

Wesak celebration

Possible schedule

9-30am -Organisers and helpers arrive and set up alter, displays etc.

10 a.m. - Arrival, Tea - Coffee.

10-15am - Start of the event and introductions.

10-25am - Meditation for 20 minutes, guided for newcomers

10-45 am - Tea and scripture readings relating to the birth, life, enlightenment and death of the Buddha.

11-45am - Meditation

12-30 pm - Lunch - cold vegetarian buffet

1-45 pm. - scripture readings relating to the birth, life, enlightenment and death of the Buddha.

2-20 pm Meditation (20 mins); Walking meditation (10 mins); Meditation (20 mins)

3-20 pm - Tea, further readings and discussion

3-40pm - Silent period with offering of incense followed by Open Circle and Dedication of Merit

4-pm - end; followed by clear up

4-30pm - leave building.