Holistic Education for Integral Human Development
Ven. Sanghasena and Nalanda leaders visit Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple
Ven. Sanghasena and Nalanda leaders visit Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple
A wonderful photo with the leaders and youths of Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, Fo Guang Shan and Nalanda.
Just yesterday, on Sunday 19 November, Ven. Sanghasena, Nalanda leaders and participants of the Jambudvipa-Suvarnabhumi Buddhist Youth Exchange Programme (YEP) visited Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple 佛光山东禅寺 in Jenjarom, Selangor. Warmly hosted by its abbess, Ven. Jue Cheng (觉诚法师) and her team, the leaders and youths learned from each other through a fruitful exchange.
In their discussions, Ven. Sanghasena shared heartfelt stories of his experiences working with the late Ven. Master Hsing Yun (星云大师 ), the founder of Fo Guang Shan whom he met many years ago. The group rejoiced over the updates of Ven. Jue Cheng on the efforts of Fo Guang Shan to touch the hearts of many people in India and Ladakh.
A warm welcome from Ven. Jue Cheng.
Another learning opportunity for the participants of the Jambudvipa-Suvarnabhumi Buddhist Youth Exchange Programme.
Ven. Jue Cheng introducing the Shrine Hall, Meditation Hall, and museum dedicated to the late Master Hsing Yun.
Commencing the visit with Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels and offering of light.
Commencing the visit with Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels and offering of light.
The heart of this meeting is the united missionary goal for the availing of good teachers, integral leaders and platforms for Buddhists to learn and embed Dhamma in their lives for the betterment of many people. We extend our appreciation to Ven. Jue Cheng and everyone at Fo Guang Shan for their kind hospitality and wish them every success in their compassionate efforts. Sadhu anumodana.
Ven. Jue Cheng shared the Fo Guang Shan projects in India and Ladakh.
Ven. Jue Cheng hopes that Fo Guang Shan will be able to build a place for bhikkhunis in Ladakh in the future.
Ven. Sanghasena shared his experience and what he learned working with the late Ven. Hsing Yun.
Sis. Nandini Tan, Director of Nalanda Centre, shared that building a Dhamma community is important to prolong the Buddha-Sasana.
Presenting Nalanda publications to Ven. Jue Cheng.
On behalf of Fo Guang Shan, Ven. Jue Cheng presents a Buddha-rupam to Ven. Sanghasena.
Our Ladakhi friends also presented a Buddhist hymn and gatha to friends at Fo Guang Shan.
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