In April 2019, Venerable Guan Cheng, abbot of this Buddhist temple, travelled to Hong Kong to promote the Dharma, holding public lectures and private talks. He discussed burning issues with … Continued
Many Buddhists have ducked into an ivory tower by getting hung up on the written word. They may have thoroughly memorized terms of the Consciousness Only Theory, or know by … Continued
Since I became a monk, Daily Chants for Chan has been the basis of my everyday chanting and hymns singing at morning and evening services, which has quite a gradual … Continued
Translated By: Andrew Yang March 25th 2019 being the 19th of the second lunar month, it was Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara’s birthday. The International Buddhist Temple held a successful seventh ordination ceremony. … Continued
Translated by: Andrew Yang I had a chance to attend a music and tea gathering at LockCha cafe. It was delightful sipping tea with live instrumental Chinese music playing in … Continued
Recently, a middle-aged friend was laid off from work. In a fit of pique, he complained that his employer was unfair in not letting go instead the co-workers newer than … Continued
Translated by: Andrew Yang As the date approaches in March when our temple hosts a large-scale chanting and prayer ceremony for the Buddha Mother Great Peacock Wisdom King Sutra (i.e., … Continued
Author: Andrew Yang On February 4, the Lunar New Year’s Eve, the International Buddhist Temple held an annual Dharma ceremony to celebrate the Year of the Pig. Altogether, over 5,000 … Continued
Good morning and welcome to all our guests and visitors joining us to celebrate the arrival of the Chinese New Year. I would like to begin by wishing everyone a … Continued
Translated by: Andrew Yang The Peacock King Sutra (also known as the Mahamayuri Vidyarajni Sutra) is one of the three Buddhist classics used in chanting and prayer ceremonies for protection, … Continued
