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Bodhi Day on Sunday, Dec 8 Find peace, play games, challenge intellect & celebrate life!

Bodhi Day on Sunday, Dec 8
Find peace, play games, challenge intellect & celebrate life!
TINA KHATRI
This Sunday marks the special occasion of Bodhi Day, a Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. It’s a time to reflect on the Buddha’s teachings about mindfulness, peace, and self-awareness. Why not join in the celebration by trying out some fun and meaningful activities to connect with the spirit of Bodhi Day? Whether you’r​e making a Buddha Bowl, crafting a Bodhi Tree with Beads, or challenging yourself with a Peaceful Sound Game, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn.
Take this opportunity to engage in mindfulness, creativity, and fun while honoring this peaceful occasion. Gather with friends, family, or classmates to try out these activities and deepen your understanding of Bodhi Day. Let’s celebrate enlightenment together!
Try our Peaceful Sound Game enhances mindfulness and listening skills, both of which are important for meditation and enlightenment.
While enjoying, we need nourishment so prepare yourself a Buddha Bowl. It is a nutritious and balanced meal symbolizing the mindfulness of the Buddha. A Buddha bowl typically includes grains, vegetables, proteins, and a healthy sauce.

Buddha Bowl
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa (or rice)
1 cup roasted sweet potatoes (cubed)
1 cup steamed broccoli
1/2 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned)
1/2 avocado (sliced)
2 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt, pepper, and chili flakes (optional)
Instructions:
Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
Roast sweet potato cubes in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, until tender.
Steam broccoli until just tender.
Assemble the bowl by arranging quinoa, sweet potatoes, broccoli, chickpeas, and avocado in sections.
Drizzle with tahini and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Bodhi Trees with Beads
Materials Needed:
Twigs or small branches
Beads (gold, green, or brown)
String or wire
Small pots or containers
Clay or playdough
Instructions:
Secure a small twig or branch into a pot or container filled with clay or playdough.
Thread beads onto string or wire, and wrap them around the twig to represent leaves.
As a variation, use small golden beads to symbolize the enlightenment that Buddha achieved under the Bodhi tree.

Peaceful Sound Game
Materials Needed:
Various sound-producing objects (bells, chimes, tambourines, etc.)
How to Play:
Blindfold the players and let them listen to different peaceful sounds (bells, wind chimes, soft music).
After each sound, ask the players to identify the sound or describe how it makes them feel.
The player who can identify the most sounds or share the most thoughtful responses wins.

Time for a Quiz
Question: What is the name of the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment?
Answer: Bodhi
Question: Which country celebrates Bodhi Day as a national holiday?
Answer: India
Question: What is the meaning of the word "Bodhi"?
Answer: Enlightenment
Question: In which city did the Buddha achieve enlightenment under the Bodhi tree?
Answer: Bodh Gaya
Question: What type of tree is the Bodhi tree?
Answer: Fig
Question: Which holiday celebrates the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and death?
Answer: Vesak
Question: On what date is Bodhi Day generally observed?
Answer: December 8
Question: What meditation practice is often associated with the Buddha's enlightenment?
Answer: Dhyana
Question: Which Buddhist figure is celebrated for achieving enlightenment under the Bodhi tree?
Answer: Buddha
Question: What is a common food often consumed on Bodhi Day, symbolizing mindfulness and simplicity?
Answer: Tea


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