Awarelogue Initiative

Awarelogue Initiative and Servants of the Buddha organisation jointly presented a webinar on 'Visit of the Venerable Upali Maha Thero: Research and Reflection' on 20 April 2024 to further understand the significance of this historic visit and the impact it had on Buddhism and bilateral relations. The panel comprised Ven. Siri Vajiraramaye Nanasiha Thero, Patron, Servants of the Buddha Organisation, Dr Paitoon Songkaeo, Consul General (former Monk for 16 years and retired Diplomat), Dr George I. H. Cooke, Initiator, Awarelogue Initiative, and was moderated by Ven. Dr Pannaloka Wadinagala Thero of the Institute of Buddhist and Pali Studies at the University of Kelaniya.

2023 marked the 270th anniversary of the founding of the Siam sect and the granting of higher ordination by Ven. Upali Maha Thero, while 2025 will mark the 70th year of bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand.

The webinar was intended to highlight the historic connectivity between the two countries, and the special role played by senior members of the clergy, such as Ven. Upali Maha Thero.

Webinar on the Visit of Ven. Upali Maha Thero - 20 April 2024 Awarelogue Initiative and Servants of the Buddha organisation jointly presented a webinar on 'Visit of the Venerable Upali Maha Thero: Research and Reflectio...

Awarelogue is marking the significant visit of Ven. Upali Maha Thero and is partnering with the Servants of the Buddha Organisation to organise a webinar

Saturday, 20 April 2024

3.30pm (Sri Lanka)
5.00pm (Thailand)

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https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81892612610?pwd=RFFhdWRUOFRWNG1vZ1JTRTAyUHNJQT09
Meeting ID: 818 9261 2610
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