The Monks and Board of Directors of Wat Dhammarangsey will be holding Pchum Ben to pay respect to deceased relatives.  We would like to invite you, your family, and friends to attend this ceremony at our Temple.  

This event will be held on Thursday evening October 3, 2024 through Saturday October 5, 2024.  We would be honored by your presence at our Temple.  

For more information, please contact us at Wat Dhammarangsey, (503)638-3700 / Venerable Michael Tang (503)957-9099 / Mr. Den Ly (360)904-7247.

---

The first 14 days are called Kan Ben (“observed celebration”). The 15th day is called Pchum Ben Day.

During Kan Ben, people give Buddhist Monks gifts of food and candles. At night Buddhist monks recite a protective prayer. Pchum Ben Day is the biggest celebration. 

PROGRAM

10/03/2024, 10/04/2024 Evening

6:00 pm - Gathering of laypersons to pay homage to the Triple Gem and receive the Five Precepts.

10/04/2024, 10/05/2024 Morning

9:30 am - Gathering of laypersons to pay homage to the Triple Gem and receive the Five Precepts.

10:00 am - Alms round

11:00 am - Food offering to the Sangha

12:00 noon - Serving lunch for all