Bogd Zonhova was a follower of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, who lived 2500 years ago. Living in the 14th century, he was a reformer in Buddhism by clarifying and creating Buddhist writings which teach about the ways to live and spread a holy life.

Most of the Mongolians have been worshipping Buddha for more than 1300 years. Buddhists believe that every good deed and also every sin done on “Zuliin 25”, the day mentioned above, are multiplied.

Buddhist believers should chant, "Om Mani Padme Hung," for the sake of nature and animals, and eat vegetables showing that they are not committing bad deeds by killing animals. Therefore, they need to keep their hearts pure and kindle offering lights to the Buddhas, the religious representatives said Tuesday.

“On this day, the religious temples have a special congregation called ‘Bogd lama’s chogo’ for the believers. During this occasion ten thousand offering lights will be lit. It is the fourth time we are gathering the believers, and celebrating this day,” said P. Budjargal, head of the Mongolian Buddhist Youth Association.

Offering lights are the luminosity that brightens the darkness. In darkness, there is every evil thing, the organizers said. This is the reason why Buddhists believe kindling lights to the Buddhas symbolize that they are chasing away all the evils and ignorance from their hearts, Budjargal said.

The Buddhists will be welcomed in the temple of Gandantegchenlin Monastery from 7 o’clock in the morning, on the day of 15th. 800 lamas will be gathering together according to the special Buddhist rule, temple officials said.