India, May 12 -- Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak, is celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. Observed on the full moon day in the month of Vaisakha (which tends to fall in either April or May), it holds great spiritual significance for Buddhists the world over. It is believed that all three key events in Buddha's life occurred on the same day, making it a deeply sacred occasion.

The religious and spiritual significance of Buddha Purnima of course has its stronghold in the three most-defining instances of Gautam Buddha's life. That being said, the auspicious day also entails the worship of Lord Vishnu, who is always payed obeisance to, in congruence with Goddess Lakshmi.

As per Hindu scripture...