Lhabab Düchen commemorates the return of Guru Shakyamuni Buddha to Earth from the God Realm of the Thirty-Three after imparting teachings on Dharma to the gods, including his mother, Mayadevi. She had passed away a week after Buddha's birth and was reborn there.
This is a particularly auspicious day to engage in meritorious activities as the effects of any actions performed multiply by 100 million times.
Schedule
7:30am - Hanging the 1000arm Chenrezig Thangka in the Nalanda Masters Garden
8:00am - Extensive water bowl offerings for the Thangka
10:00am - Prayers in the Nalanda Masters Garden
12:00pm - Lunch in the Big Love Cafe
3:00pm - Pack down of the Chenrezig Thangka and offerings