When is February 19 in the lunar calendar?

February 19 of the lunar calendar is Guanyin's birthday.

February 19, June 19 and September 19 are the birthdays of Guanyin. These three days are: the birth, enlightenment and becoming a monk of avalokitesvara. It is the three major Buddhist festivals where Buddhist believers all over the world worship Guanyin and praise Guanyin's holy law. "A thousand miles to pray for a thousand miles to answer, and a boat to cross people in a bitter sea" is the general impression of Guanyin Bodhisattva by traditional China people; The suffering beings of every era will expect such a compassionate bodhisattva to appear and save people from the ocean of troubles. If someone wholeheartedly says that there is no avalokitesvara Buddha in South China, he is responsive and everything goes with him.

The origin and basis of Guanyin Bodhisattva's Christmas is uncertain now. During these three festivals, the temple will hold a celebration ceremony. The general wishes are: singing incense, chanting the names of Buddha and Bodhisattva, singing the praises of Guanyin Bodhisattva, chanting the holy name of Buddha and Guanyin, praying and completing the three conversions. The incense meeting for the majority of Buddhists to celebrate Guanyin's birthday is called Guanyin Meeting. Putuo Mountain is the center of Guanyin Society, that is, Guanyin Dojo, so the incense will be more grand and spectacular.