24th - 28th May, 2017- 20th Years Anniversary Celebration of Lotus Vihara, Berlin, Germany...
Ven. Sanghasena visited all the way from Ladakh Himalaya to Germany specially for this much awaited day that is the 20th Glorious anniversary Celebration of Lotos Vihara Berlin Germany. It was on this day, 20 years ago, Dr. Wilfred Reuter started the Lotos Vihara with blessing and guidance of famous German nun, Most Ven. Ayya Khema. The centre is situated in the heart of Berlin and today the centre offers various spiritual programs for the seekers of truth and lovers of peace. The program started with beautiful and serine prayer in Pali led by Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena followed by Metta chanting in both Pali and German language. On this auspicious day, Ven.Sanghasena also initiated the three refuge and five precepts which all the participants devotedly took. On the occasion, Dr. Wilfred Reuter explained the journey of Lotos Vihara since its inception. Speaking on the occasion, Ven. Sanghasena also described how he met first time Ven. Ayya Khema at Buddha Haus and since then Buddha Haus, Metta Vihara and Lotos Vihara have been part and parcel of the development of Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre. He expressed his deep appreciation to all the sponsors, donors and well-wishers of Mahabodhi through Buddha Haus, Metta Vihara and Lotos Vihara. On the occasion, he presented a Relic, A Certificate of Appreciation and Khatags to Dr. Wilfred Reuter, Madam Jutta. He also conveyed his deep thanks and congratulations to all the Hon'ble members of Lotos Vihara on this special day. The day is also observed as the Vesak Celebration. The members presented a series of beautiful & heart touching Spiritual Songs, Mantra' and a beautiful play....