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The Nikini Full Moon Poya day – Malsha – eLanka The Nikini Full Moon Poya day, which typically falls in the month of August, holds profound importance for Buddhists worldwide. This special occasion commemorates significant events in Buddhism’s history and spiritual practice. One pivotal moment tied to this day is when Ven. Rahula Thera, the son of Gautama Buddha, attained Arahathship by embracing the Dhamma on a Nikini Poya day. Another pivotal event was the First Convocation of the Buddhist Council, also known as the First Dharma Sangayanawa. This assembly, led by Arahath Maha Kassapa Thera, took place three months after the Buddha’s Parinibbana, or his passing into Nirvana. It involved five hundred great Arahats and was held in the Sapthaparni cave in Rajagaha Nuwara. This gathering was aimed at safeguarding the Noble Dhamma for future generations. Nikini Poya day is a unique opportunity for bhikkhus who were unable to ...