H.R. No. 2304
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Vesak Day, one of the most important and sacred
  holidays to Buddhists worldwide, commemorates the life,
  enlightenment, and death of the Buddha; and
         WHEREAS, Born between 400 and 560 B.C., the Buddha, or
  Siddhartha Gautama, was the son of an Indian king; after leaving
  behind his home and his royal title to become an ascetic, he
  resolved to find an end to human suffering, which led to him
  identifying the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path
  toward enlightenment; and
         WHEREAS, Some 2,500 years later, followers of Buddhism honor
  the legacy of the religion's founder on Vesak Day; depending on the
  country where it is celebrated, the holiday occurs on the first full
  moon of May, or on the full moon of the fourth lunar month; many
  observe the holiday by reaffirming their commitment to the moral
  precepts of Buddhism, performing good deeds, and devoting time to
  chanting and meditation; other customs include lighting lanterns,
  decorating with flowers, and enjoying traditional Asian dishes; and
         WHEREAS, The teachings of Buddha have inspired millions of
  people around the globe to strive for inner peace and to demonstrate
  greater compassion, tolerance, and understanding in their lives,
  and it is fitting to acknowledge the great importance of Vesak Day
  to Buddhists who reside in the Lone Star State and beyond; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize the significance of Vesak Day to
  people of the Buddhist faith and extend sincere best wishes to our
  state's Buddhist community for a festive and meaningful observance
  of Vesak Day.
 
  Bhojani
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 2304 was adopted by the House on May
  26, 2023, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House