In commemoration of Poson Poya, the day that Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka by Arahat Mahinda Thero, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, together with the Sri Lankan community, celebrations were held on 13 June 2025 at the Embassy premises.
The uposatha seela program was conducted for Buddhist devotees by Ven. Aluthgama Chandananda at the Embassy premises followed by Dhamma discussion, meditation, and almsgiving. In the evening, the program commenced with the Buddha Pooja, followed by a Dharma sermon with the spiritual guidance of Ven. Aluthgama Chandananda.
Conducting the Dhamma sermon, Ven. Aluthgama Chandananda highlighted the importance of Poson Poya, the day the noble philosophy of life, Buddhism, was bestowed to/upon the nation by Arahat Maha Mahinda Thero. At the end of the sermon, the Thero invoked blessings upon all the participants, leaders of Jordan as well as Sri Lanka, and its people.
With the intention of depicting the spirit of ‘Poson’ exactly as it is celebrated in Sri Lanka, the program continued with devotional songs sung by Sri Lankan Children in Jordan.
The colorful decorations with lanterns, Buddhist flags, and buntings at the Embassy premises enhanced the glory of the event. The visitors were also offered varieties of local food at the Dansala programs organized by the Sri Lankan community.
The Poson celebrations were also graced by Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Jordan J.A.D.S. Priyangika Wijegunasekara. The Ambassador Wijegunasekara extends her gratitude to all participants of the programme who joined and assisted in the organization of this beautiful festival. The Poson celebrations were attended by over 600 visitors.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Amman
19 June 2025
