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 [ Articles ] An Introduction to First Gautam Budha International Peace AwardLumbini, one of the holiest pilgrimage sites and popular destinations in the world lies on the foothills of Siwalik range in the western plains of modern Nepal. For the reason Sakya prince Siddhartha who later became Buddha, the enlightened one was born here; the significance of the site is incomparable. The significance of Buddha's canonical doctrines is being more relevant in present unrest world. The gravity of the Buddha's message of eternal peace and non-violence is increasing at present and always to keep the world better and safer place to live in. There are many geniuses even at present chaotic world who are implementing the Buddha's teachings of universal peace and brotherhood into their practical lives because of which we are able to breathe in peace and harmony. Gautma Buddha International Peace Award is the first official recognition (Award) being conferred on the name of Shakyamuni Gautam Buddha. The first World Buddhist Summit held in December 1998 unanimously declared the birthplace of Lord Buddha Lumbini Nepal, as the 'Fountain of World Peace'. It also passed a resolution to establish International Peace Prize on the name of the Lord Shakyamuni Gautam Buddha. [ Speeches ] WELCOME SPEECH, 2555TH BUDDHA JAYANTI, THE FIRST GAUTAM BUDDHA INTERNATIONAL PEACE AWARD DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY AND LUMBINI DAY – 2011On this very special and auspicious occasion of 2555th Buddha Jayanti and the First Gautam Buddha International Peace Award Ceremony, I would first like to welcome our special dignitaries and distinguished guests. I take this as an honour to have you all in this Award Felicitation Ceremony today in the Sacred Garden of Lumbini.
I would like to welcome and thank all those who have come here to celebrate this auspicious Buddha Jayanti and the first ever special award ceremony of Gautam Buddha International Peace Award. This award of recognition, was established by the Government of Nepal in the name of Lord Shakyamuni Buddha to recognize and honour individuals and institutions all over the world who have made significant contributions for world peace according to the teachings of Lord Buddha. As we know, Lumbini, the world heritage site is also the birth place of Prince Siddartha who later became Lord Shakyamuni Buddha by being the foremost messenger of peace and compassion. On this special day of Buddha Jayanti, also known as Vaisakh Poornima (Full moon Day) which celebrates the birth of the Buddha, we are very honoured to be able to present the first Gautam Buddha International Peace Award to the two honourable recipients His Excellencies Dr. Tadatoshi Akiba, Mayor of Hiroshima and Mr. Tomihisa Taue, Mayor of Nagasaki. We, the Award Selection Committee express great happiness in being able to nominate and honour the 2 noble recipients of the award and to be able to hold the ceremony here in the Sacred Garden of Lumbini. The selection process had many stages. Many notable individuals and organizations were also considered eligible. However, the decision to award the Excellencies was unanimous. The selection of the nominees as joint recipients was due to their leadership in promotion of a nuclear free world, the reduction of military weapons and disarmament. In their drive to promote universal solidarity on these issues, their movement “Mayors for Peace” expanded over 4000 municipalities worldwide, has been adopted by two thirds of Japanese municipalities. They have also promoted the understanding of peace among the youths. Hiroshima and Nagasaki were the 2 cities that were destroyed by Atomic Bombs during the Second World War in August 1945. More than Two Hundred Thousand people were killed and many suffered their whole lives from radiations and injuries. Those two cities due to the Excellencies’ efforts has transformed unbelievably into clean, modern and green cities now. These cities stand as symbols of peace and reconstruction. The two Mayors, His Excellencies Mr. Akiba and Mr. Taue played a major role in coordinating the United Nations and other organizations to make the 2010 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty successful and also in promoting the Comprehensive Nuclear Ban Treaty calling for total abolition of nuclear weapons by 2020. Because the efforts of the Mayors had such an impact on their own nation and the rest of the world, they were the logical choice to be honoured today for their work and dedication. It is a matter of pride and inspiration to all the Nepalese people that Nepal is the birth place of Lord Shakyamuni Buddha. His message of peace needs to be embraced by all the citizens of this country so that they may all come together for the peaceful reconstruction of Nepal. It is my sincere wish that the exemplary deeds of the two Mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki may be an inspiration for the rest of the world and the message of peace, solidarity and compassion adopted by all. In conclusion, I wish you all and everyone in this world - peace and happiness. Let us all follow the path of love, compassion and willingness to work to make the world a better and safer place for future generations. On this special occasion, let us love and not hate each other. Let us whole heartedly promote peace in the world and not war. Lastly, I once again welcome all the distinguished guests assembled here on this special day in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha to witness the first ever Gautam Buddha International Peace Award ceremony. Thank you Acharya Karma Sangbo Sherpa Vice Chairman Lumbini Development Trust & Member Selection Committee Gautam Buddha International Peace Award [ Articles ] Condolence Message to the People of JapanCondolence Message to the People of Japan From behalf of Lumbini Development Trust family and my personal behalf would like to express deep sorrow and hearty concern over the unexpected disaster which took away hundreds of precious lives of generous citizens of Japan and destroyed billions of property on 11th March 2011. I pray the Triple Gem from the holy birthplace of Lord Buddha Lumbini Nepal for the government of Japan and its bewildered people to acquire patience, courage to fight back such situations and to bring back their country again in the state of prosperity and normal life. I also would like to pray Lord Buddha for your speedy recovery from the present devastating loss prevailing in your country now and peace for thousands of departed souls which had already left the world full of miseries and sufferings. Therefore, I wish from the bottom of my heart that every walks of shattered lives in Japan may soon see the eyes soothing limelight of normal life, may you all wake up soon from your bad dreams and flourish peace and happiness amongst all. Nepal and Japan are friendly countries from the time immemorial. I would like to assure you that we are always together either in your happy days or in such sad moments. May the Lord Buddha always bind us in the golden chain of global friendship. Yours in the Dhammas Acharya Karma Sangbo Sherpa Vice Chairman Lumbini Development Trust Sacred Garden, Lumbini, Nepal Tel: +977-71-580196 Fax:+977-71-580181 www.acharyaks.org www.lumbinitrust.org Lumbini: Nepal, the Birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha; the World Heritage Site; the Fountain of World Peace .   [ Biography ] Biography of Acharya Karma Sangbo SherpaAcharya Karma Sangbo Sherpa is fully ordained monk of Thrangu Tashi Choling Monastery. He entered to monastery in 1994. Acharya is the former member secretary of Lumbini Development Trust appointed by the government of Nepal. He is an experienced administrator with thorough knowledge about how to deal with people. Currently, Acharya Karma Sangbo Sherpa is a vice chairman of Lumbini Develepment Trust appointed by the government of Nepal. Acharya is advisor of Nepal Sherpa Association, Pasuvali Nisedha Chetana Abhiyan and several other related organizations. He is also a selection committee member of International Gautam Buddha International Peace Award. He is Treasurer, spokeperson and coordinator for International Relation of Nepal Buddhist Federation and coordinator for National Monastic Education Sub-Committee. Acharya teaches Buddhism on television and gives public talk about Buddhism and Peace. Acharya has written many articles related with Buddhism and paper presented in different seminars and workshops. |
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