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Ullambana | Buddhism
On August 27, 2026
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Holy Day: Ullambana
Date: Thursday 27 August 2026 **
Religion: Buddhism
Ullambana, is a Mahayana Buddhist ritual of making merit for the deceased. Lay devotees make offerings on behalf of their ancestors and dedicate the merit towards relieving their suffering. Also known as ‘Ancestor Day’ or ‘Obon’.
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Ullambana | Buddhism
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