What is another word for Vesak?
Pronunciation: [vˈɛsak] (IPA) 
Vesak, also known as Vesakha or Buddha Purnima, is a significant festival for Buddhists around the world. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. This holy day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion, and Buddhists engage in various religious practices such as meditation, offering of flowers, and listening to teachings of the Buddha. Synonyms for Vesak include Buddha Day, Buddha Jayanti, Sambuddhatva Jayanti, and Wesak. In different parts of the world, this religious festival is celebrated in slightly different ways, but the essence remains the same. Vesak is an important occasion to remember the Buddha's teachings and strive towards his noble path.
