Hana Matsuri
Definition: Some Buddhists, mostly from Japan, celebrate Hana Matsuri, the birth of Buddha on April 8. Hana means flower, and Buddha's birthday is a flower festival. Buddha's actual birthday is in May. Elsewhere on the Web: Buddha's Birthday Origins and customs of the celebrations. <Back to Last Page> <Full Glossary> Holidays at Kids' Turn Central
Hana means flower, and Buddha's birthday is a flower festival. Buddha's actual birthday is in May.
Elsewhere on the Web:
Buddha's Birthday Origins and customs of the celebrations.
Holidays at Kids' Turn Central
