UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan on Thursday highlighted the message of peace, enlightenment, compassion and non-violence of the religious and ascetic teacher Gautam Buddha at a commemoration of his birth.
Pakistan’s ambassador to the United Nations (UN) Munir Akram in his address at the event organised on the ‘Day of Vesak’, said that the life and teachings of Buddha have left an indelible and incredible impact on the world, inspiring numerous generations to pursue a path of peace, non-violence and compassion.
The ceremony was co-sponsored by the Permanent Missions to the UN of Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Pakistan, Indus Valley benefited from Bhudda’s civilisation
Akram said that the soil of Pakistan and the Indus Valley have immensely benefitted from the civilization, which the Buddha introduced to the world, as fully manifested in the Gandhara civilization in the ancient city of Taxila and the sacred shrine of Takht-i-Bahi.
He said that the sacred Day of Vesak provided an opportunity to reflect on the everlasting wisdom of Buddha.
The envoy said that peace is a vision of humanity and understanding that supersedes national and international differences and which is so vital to cope with the complexities and the turbulent challenges of today. –APP
