Buddhist Etiquette 佛門禮儀

Respect for the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha 恭敬佛、法、僧

• When entering the temple and participating in Dharma activities, please maintain a respectful and quiet environment.

• In the True Buddha School, practitioners cultivate purity of body, speech, and mind and practice reverence toward the Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, Root Guru, and lineage.

At the Buddha Shrine 佛堂禮儀

• When encountering images or statues of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, practitioners may join their palms and bow to pay homage.

• Living Buddha Lian-sheng teaches that Buddha images represent the body of the Buddhas, sutras represent the speech of the Buddhas, and pagodas represent the mind of the Buddhas. We therefore respect the Buddha's body, speech, and mind.

During a Dharma Assembly 法會期間

• Please maintain silence and refrain from unnecessary conversation during the Dharma Assembly.

• Please follow the guidance of the presiding Vajra Master and the Dharma assistants.

• During the Dharma practice, practitioners may participate in the prescribed practices of the Dharma Assembly, including mantra recitation, mudra, visualization, and Samadhi, according to the particular Dharma practice.

• If you are unfamiliar with a particular practice, please follow the guidance provided at the Dharma Assembly.

Respect for the Dharma 恭敬佛法

• The Dharma and sutras should be treated with respect.

• The True Buddha School teaches that the teachings of the Buddhas are represented by the sutras and Dharma. Practitioners should respect and uphold the Buddhadharma.

Respect for the Root Guru and Lineage 恭敬根本上師與傳承

• True Buddha School disciples vow to pay homage and respect the lineage, honor the Guru, treasure the Dharma, and practice diligently.

• The lineage and the Dharma transmission are fundamental to True Buddha School cultivation.

A Quiet and Respectful Environment 保持莊嚴清淨的環境

Please:

• Keep conversations quiet in the temple and during Dharma activities.

• Silence or turn off mobile phones.

• Avoid unnecessary movement during the Dharma Assembly.

• Follow the instructions of temple volunteers and Dharma assistants.

• Treat the Buddha images, Dharma texts, and temple surroundings with respect.

For First-Time Visitors 初次參訪

• You do not need to know all of the practices before visiting.

• You are welcome to observe, learn, and follow the guidance provided during the Dharma activity.

• If you have questions, please speak with a temple volunteer before or after the Dharma activity.

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