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Remembering and showing gratitude to our ancestors has long been part of Chinese culture. In the seventh lunar month, we will promote filial piety and a healthy social norm by staging “Emperor Wu of Liang Repentance Dharma Service” on August 1 , 2010. The Emperor Wu of Liang Repentance is considered the king of all sutras and as the repentance most blessed by the Buddhas. By the merit and virtue of this repentance service, we pray for world peace, all devotees to grow in good fortunes... (more...)
Do you have questions? Reading about Buddhism is very interesting, but without someone to discuss the Dharma with, the literature and parables can get confusing. “Should I be a vegetarian?” “Is it possible to reach enlightenment in this life?” These questions an more come up every Saturday morning when the English Basic Buddhism Class meets. The class is small, friendly and lead by one of the venerables or a senior member of the lay organization. Either way you’ll... (more...)
Twenty years ago Jin Chiu started studying with Austin-based Tai Chi master Hillman Chow. In that time, he has studied 103 forms under the master, and a few years ago Chiu started teaching Yang style Tai Chi (or Taijichuan) at Hsiang Yun Temple. Yang-style Taijichuan is very popular in China. The reason master Chiu likes to teach this particular style is for its gentle and graceful movements. The amount and length of the session is not only good for health but also for a calm and focused mind. ... (more...)