New Beginnings. Renewed Resolve.
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Newsletter January 2025 Issue NO.18
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2024 Lay Bodhisattva Precepts Transmission Ceremony at Chung Tai Chan Monastery
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On October 10, 2024, 4,000 devoted practitioners gathered at Chung Tai Chan Monastery to receive the lay bodhisattva precepts—a pivotal milestone on the path to Buddhahood. Over the following three days, preceptees engaged deeply in the teachings of Venerable Master Jianying. The ceremony concluded with a collective resolve to benefit all sentient beings and aspire toward supreme enlightenment.
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Vice Rector Surasak and the Delegation from Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University Visit Chung Tai Chan Monastery
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On October 9, 2024, Vice Rector Phramaha Surasak Prajantasen and a delegation from Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University visited Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Strengthening Mahayana-Theravada collaboration, they discussed topics including Dharma exchange, resource sharing, and education support, fostering deeper ties in global Dharma propagation.
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Tolerance Brings Blessings
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How can we let go of petty problems in our interactions with others? It doesn’t take much to annoy us, and conflicts often arise when we focus on minor grievances. Generosity can help us develop tolerance and overcome obstacles. By embracing others, we can strengthen harmonious relationships.
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A Selfless Resolve Sets off a Bright Journey
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Awestruck by the dedication of 1,200 volunteers and the serene tranquility exuded by the Shifus, four practitioners share their transformative experiences during the Lay Bodhisattva Precepts Transmission Ceremony at Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Let us retrace their footsteps over three momentous days as they embarked on a profound journey, resolved to liberate all sentient beings, life after life.
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- Dharma Joy in the Pure Land –
Jingyi Geng (Fa Qin), Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, USA
- Overcoming Myself –
Eric Chu (Chuan Zong), Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston, USA
- A Lifelong and Life-to-Life Commitment –
Richelle Syliongka (Chuan An), Sutra Study Class, Ocean Sky Chan Monastery, the Philippines
- Walking with the Great Bodhisattvas –
Ivy Chan (Fa Tian), Level 3, Bao Lin Chan Monastery, Australia
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Breadth of Mind Wins Freedom
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Forgiveness is essential for personal and societal harmony, as it cultivates peace and understanding. By confronting suffering with forgiveness and gratitude, we can transform resentment into compassion and foster empathy in our lives.
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Delight in the subtle aroma and rich taste of almonds with these simple-to-make almond balls. Whip up a batch to enjoy a wholesome, satisfying snack anytime!
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