Lumbini Buddhist University
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Lumbini Buddhist University

Lumbini, Rupandehi, Nepal

University Info

Location: Lumbini, Rupandehi, Nepal

Established: 2004 AD

Type: Public Institution

Contact: 977-1-4246032

Email: [email protected]

About Lumbini Buddhist University

Lumbini Buddhist University (LBU), Lumbini came into existence on 29 Nov., 2004 (14 Marga, 2061 VS) after the promulgation of an ordinance relating to it, prior to the Second World Buddhist Summit held from 30 Nov. to 2 Dec., 2004 A.D. The concept of LBU was formulated on the basis of Lumbini Declaration Point No. 2.6 of the First World Buddhist Summit held in Lumbini from 30th Nov. to 2nd Dec., 1998 A.D.

LBU is located in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, in the Rupandehi district of Nepal. The university aims to provide education and research opportunities in Buddhist studies, philosophy, and related disciplines.

Objective of Lumbini Buddhist University

  • Impart education and training relating to Buddhism, Buddhist philosophy, culture and archaeology
  • Promote Buddha way of life according to Gautam Buddha’s teachings
  • Foster Universal peace, friendship, goodwill and understandings as an international Buddhist University
  • Serve as an academic center to disseminate the teachings of Lord Buddha
  • Develop Lumbini as the centre for the propagation of Buddha’s teachings

Location

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