Strengthen Morals Build National Peace

The Vesak celebration 2567 BE / 2023 of Sekolah Harapan Bangsa Modernhill Primary was held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The event was filled with various events including an opening speech from Ms. Theodora Rudiyanto, reading of the Dhammapada, performances from Preschool “Cik Cik Bung, Dhammadesana from Samanera Antonimmalo, performances from Grade 1 “Malu dan Takut”, performances from 2 and 3 “Hari Waisak”, performances 4 and 5 “Anak yang Baik” and the last performances “Cermin” from Buddhist students Grade 6. Closing prayer by Samanera Antonimmalo and fangsheng. Before we start fangsheng, Samanera Antonimmalo read the prayer and followed by Primary Buddhist student. Primary student look very enthusiastic do the fangsheng. This activity very important because learn to student to practice about compassion (metta) and sympathy (karuna).

Ms Theodora Rudiyanto  gave the opening speech and wished a happy Vesak to all Buddhist teachers, staff and students. She also reminded us to practice strengthen morals build national peace.

Samanera Antonimmalo delivered the Dhammadesana based on the theme, Strengthen Morals Build National Peace, Samanera tell about the Angulimala Story and how to practice Five Morals especially at the school. And explain the benefit if we practice Five Morals in daily life.

As Symbolicely, Samanera Antonimmalo lead the fangsheng. The meaning of fangsheng is given to feel freedom for every living thing.

After the celebration all Buddhist student go to library room for giving the lunch for Samanera, blessing and taking picture. Students learn about the meaning of sharing, how to respect to Samanera and also have more time to know about Samanera.

As Symbolicely, Samanera Antonimmalo lead the fangsheng. The meaning of fangsheng is given to feel freedom for every living thing.

Overall the activities of Vesak 2567 BE / 2023 run well, all students, teachers and staff were very cooperative and enthusiastic following this event.