87. 𝐈𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐲𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 – 𝐀 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚

 🌕 𝐈𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐲𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 5.11.25– 𝐀 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚


Il Poya, the full moon day of November, holds deep spiritual significance for Buddhists in Sri Lanka. It marks an important milestone in the Buddhist calendar, reminding devotees of the timeless teachings of the Buddha and offering an opportunity for reflection, merit-making, and inner purification.






✨ Significance of Il Poya Day


Il Poya commemorates several important events in Buddhist history:

🪷 1. The Ordination of Prince Arittha

Il Poya is remembered as the day when Prince Arittha, a close relative of King Devanampiyatissa, and 55 others received Buddhist ordination. This moment is seen as a symbol of devotion and the spreading of the Dhamma in ancient Sri Lanka.


📜 2. The Arrival of the Bhikkhuni Order in Sri Lanka

Il Poya is also linked to the arrival of Arahant Sanghamitta Theri, who brought the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi sapling from India to Anuradhapura. This event is celebrated during this month and is deeply meaningful, especially for women in Buddhism, as it established the Bhikkhuni Order in Sri Lanka.


🌳 3. Honoring the Sacred Bodhi Tree

The Sri Maha Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura, planted by Sanghamitta Theri, is the oldest historically documented tree in the world. Devotees pay homage to it during this month with special rituals, symbolizing wisdom, compassion, and enlightenment.


🙏 How Sri Lankans Observe Il Poya Day

Il Poya is a day of spiritual practice, peace, and mindfulness. Across the country, Buddhists honor the day through sacred customs:


🕊️ Observing Sil & Visiting Temples

Families visit temples from early morning to observe Atasil or Dasa Sil, engage in meditation, and listen to Bana sermons to cultivate inner peace and moral discipline.


🕯️ Lighting Lamps and Bodhi Pooja

Devotees perform Bodhi Pooja, offering flowers, incense, and oil lamps to express gratitude for the Buddha’s enlightenment and teachings.


🍚 Engaging in Dana & Good Deeds

Offering alms to monks, supporting the underprivileged, giving food to animals, and engaging in community service are common acts of merit on this holy day.

🧘 Practicing Meditation & Mindfulness

Il Poya encourages self-reflection—many spend time in meditation to nurture loving-kindness, patience, and compassion.

🌼 The Essence of Il Poya

Il Poya is an invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the values that lead to a peaceful life. It encourages:

Kindness towards all beings

Gratitude for blessings

Wisdom through understanding the Dhamma

Purity of thoughts and actions

In an increasingly busy world, Il Poya reminds Sri Lankans of the importance of living with Sīla (morality), Samadhi (concentration), and Paññā (wisdom).

🕊️ A Message for This Il Poya

May this Il Poya inspire us to be more mindful, compassionate, and grateful.
Let us spread loving-kindness not just within temples, but into our homes, workplaces, and communities.

May all beings be well, happy, and peaceful.
“Sabbe Satta Bhavantu Sukhitatta.” 🌿

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