Helpful Buddhist Terms
Helpful Buddhist Terms Amitabha Buddha (Chinese: Amituofo) is the Buddha of Limitless Light. In the past, Amitabha Buddha was a cultivator who, after seeing how difficult it was to cultivate in this...
View ArticleDaily Life in the Monastery
Daily Life in the Monastery The clapping of boards at 3:30AM wakes everyone up for morning ceremony, which takes place from 4-5AM. At four in the morning, the stars are still out and the world is...
View ArticleCeremonies: The Heartbeat of the Monastery
Ceremonies: The Heartbeat of the Monastery The ceremonies can be considered as the heartbeat of the monastery because they provide a structure and rhythm for daily life. They are also times when the...
View ArticleBasic Guidelines for Buddhist Practice
If you are interested in developing a Buddhist practice, here are some basic guidelines to help you get started. Reflect on your motivation. First and foremost, reflect on your aspirations for starting...
View ArticleBuddhism: A Brief Description
Buddhism: A Brief Description The basic purpose of Buddhism is to purify our mind of the “three poisons” of greed, hatred, and ignorance. This is much easier said than done. The focus of Buddhism has...
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