December 12-- Bhikkhu Bodhiraja who is a citizen of Congo was ordained only just five years ago, yet he has been a huge service to the cause of Buddhism in Congo. He was able to build and establish four Buddhist temples in the main cities of Congo due to his dedicated work. Bhikkhu Bodhiraja is acting under the guidance of Ven. Ilukpitiye Pannashekara Thero who is currently residing in Tanzania.
Ven Ilukpitiye Pannasekara Thera hands over a sacred Bo sapling to Bhikkhu Bodhiraja.
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Bhikkhu Bodhiraja could gain considerable amount of attention of the people of Congo and many who seek spiritual development have become devoted Buddhists already.
Bhikkhu Bodhiraja delivering a sermon. | Daily News
A Bodhi tree also has been planted in Congo, which is a branch of the Bodhi tree in Tanzania planted in 1920. Bhikkhu Bodhiraja visited Sri Lanka to attend a Buddhist summit in September.
Buddhist children in Congo. | Daily News