Prior to the Ceremony itself, there was the option of a time of meditation.
An important aspect of Anniversary Ceremonies now is honoring Shao Shan Temple's founding abbot - Taihaku Nishiren Diaosho - who created, envisioned and manifested this beautiful place of practice. There was the option of offering incense in her memory during the Heart Sutra chanting
An important aspect of Anniversary Ceremonies now is honoring Shao Shan Temple's founding abbot - Taihaku Nishiren Diaosho - who created, envisioned and manifested this beautiful place of practice. There was the option of offering incense in her memory during the Heart Sutra chanting
The Shao Shan Anniversary has for many years included tying ribbons with our intentions onto the gold pole in front of the Temple while chanting "Namu Myo Ho Ren Ge Kyo" and that tradition was continued this year.
The bright sunny day celebration was followed with refreshments and fiddle music!
