For those not familiar with south Asian astrology, Visa Nekatha (Viśākhā Nakṣatra) is a lunar mansion historically associated with Vesak. Though Buddha said monks/nuns shouldn't practise astrology, Sri Lankans (including monks/nuns) often do.
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Govt. says Vesak Poya day was determined by Mahanayake Theras - Breaking News | Daily Mirror
In the wake of certain people including some Buddhist monks raising concerns over changing the date of Vesak, the government yesterday reiterated that Vesak Poya was rescheduled for May 30 on the request of the Mahanayake Theras. ..



