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Thai deputy foreign minister leads royal Kathina ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City

On November 1, Thai Deputy Foreign Minister Vijavat Isarabhakdi presided over the Royal Kathina robe offering ceremony at Vietnam Quoc Tu Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City.

Elder monk revives Khmer cultural soul through sacred palm-leaf scriptures

At age 84, Venerable Chau Ty continues teaching the sacred art of palm-leaf scripture carving, safeguarding Khmer Buddhist heritage in modern Vietnam.

Elder monk Thich Tu Thong passes away peacefully at age 98

Most Venerable Thich Tu Thong, a leading figure in Vietnamese Buddhism, has passed away at 98 after a life dedicated to teaching and spiritual service.

A new chapter: Vietnam Buddhism embraces art to awaken compassion

The Vietnam Buddhist Sangha partners with national arts associations to promote Buddhist values through literature, music, and the arts - creating a lasting cultural legacy.

Vietnamese Buddhist Vice Patriarch Most Venerable Thich Tri Tinh passes away

Most Venerable Thich Tri Tinh, Vice Patriarch of the Supreme Patriarch Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, passed away at 4:30 am on October 8 at Vinh Nghiem Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City.

Buddhist requiem honors victims of traffic accidents in Vietnam

The 2025 Requiem Ceremony for Victims of Traffic Accidents, themed "Remembering those who left - For those who remain", spreads the message: "A united community for a safe and civilized traffic environment."

Vietnam Buddhist Sangha pioneers paperless meeting in digital transition

Vietnam's Buddhist Sangha holds its first-ever paperless meeting, signaling a shift toward digital transformation.

Buddhism’s enduring role in Vietnam’s revolution and nation-building

From monks in the resistance to pagodas as revolutionary bases, Buddhism has been deeply embedded in Vietnam’s national journey.

Pakistan gifts replica of ancient Buddha statue to Vietnam Buddhist Sangha

In a gesture symbolizing interfaith harmony and the desire to foster peace and strengthen ties between Vietnam and Pakistan, a sacred gift has been delivered to Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh Province, where it will be available for public veneration.

Vietnam Buddhist leader wins international peace medal

Venerable Thich Duc Thien receives rare interfaith award for promoting peace and diplomacy

18,000 temples ring peace bells as Vietnam marks historic transition

At exactly 6 a.m. on July 1, more than 18,000 Buddhist temples across Vietnam rang three ceremonial bells and Bat Nha drums, initiating a solemn prayer ceremony for national peace and prosperity.

Temples across Vietnam to mark new governance milestone with sacred rites

On July 1, Buddhist temples will ring bells and drums to commemorate the launch of the two-tier local government system.

Monk severs own arm as offering to Buddha, remains intact after 46 years

The extraordinary life and spiritual path of monk Kiem - a renowned ascetic in Ha Tinh - has drawn reverence and awe.

Vietnam’s forgotten spiritual treasures: Relics of Buddha revealed

Despite their profound spiritual value, relics of the Buddha found in Vietnam remain little known.

Buddha’s relics return to India after historic spiritual tour in Vietnam

After a month-long sacred journey through nine provinces, Buddha’s relics were ceremonially escorted back to India from Da Nang.

Buddha’s relic completes month-long spiritual journey in Vietnam

The sacred relic of the Buddha brought from India was enshrined in temples across Vietnam, touching millions with its spiritual presence.

Da Nang welcomes sacred Buddha relic as thousands line the streets

The relic, a national treasure of India, is enshrined at Quan The Am Pagoda for public veneration.

Ancient Buddhist treasures of Ly dynasty revealed in national museum

Celestial dancers, lotus motifs, and mythical beasts adorn masterpieces of Vietnamese heritage.

Vietnam praised for its professionalism in global event hosting

Professor Dhamma Jyoti of India highlights Vietnam's event organization, culture, and cuisine during the 2025 UN Vesak Celebration.

Quang Ninh to welcome one million visitors for Buddha relic veneration

Quang Ninh province is preparing to welcome around one million visitors over four days for a special event to enshrine a Buddha relic at the Yên Tử heritage site.