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Buddhists
from Thailand offer prayers in Bodh Gaya
Bodhgaya: Scores of Buddhists from Thailand
took out a procession on Tuesday in Bodh Gaya. Dressed in their traditional attire,
a large number of Thai people including monks, marched to the Mahabodhi temple
in a procession, singing hymns and praying along the way. "The purpose of these
people is to follow the path propagated by Lord Buddha," said Raj Prasad, a resident.
The Thai guests also offered prayers for world peace and harmony. Buddhist scriptures
describe Bodhgaya as the Navel of the Earth, and 100,000 pilgrims and tourists
visit every year, packing the town and its Mahabodhi temple. -
Jan 21, 2009
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