[News] Protecting the Righteous Dharma — Celebration of the Holy Birthday of Skanda Bodhisattva

 

Lunar Calendar June 3 (June 26, 2017, AD) was the Holy Birthday of Skanda Bodhisattva (a.k.a. Wei Tuo Bodhisattva), who is the Honored Buddhist Dharma Protector. A grand Birthday Celebration was held at the Holy Mountain Buddha Land to memorize this Great Dharma Guardian’s contribution.

 

 

Holding a Vajra in his hand, the World-Honored compassionate Holy Master Ziguang Shang Shi gave his speech to Sangha and laymen at this solemn ceremony. Dressing a garnet cassock and sitting with crossed legs, the World-renowned One first offered the immeasurable Buddha Light blessing to the Saha World, praised the contribution of Skanda Bodhisattva, and then imparted the truth to his followers: “The protection of Skanda Bodhisattva and other Dharma protectors was the premise of spreading Buddhism 2,500 years ago. After Buddha’s nirvana, the constant protection of Skanda and his emanations has become the reason why Buddhism could be delivered to modern days through thousands of years.”

 

“Every one of us received protection from Skanda Bodhisattva before time began. Therefore, we must be grateful. And the best way to show gratitude is to protect and promote the righteous Buddhist Dharma – Guang Huan Mi Zong Dharma, and take on the burden of Skanda Bodhisattva, Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, and Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva.” Holy Master explained.

 

 

During the stately ceremony, the exalted Holy Master also arranged a special soul relieving ritual for those who died in the recent landslide at Xinmo Village, Sichuan Province, China, and other disasters in the world.

 

 

Dancing and singing, followers contributed their wonderful performance to celebrate the Holy Birthday of Skanda Bodhisattva, to deliver their appreciations to the blessing and speech of Holy Master Ziguang Shang Shi, and to pay homage to Buddhas and Bodhisattvas.

 

 

Aiming to fulfill the philosophy of His Holiness – World Peace, Human Health, and Religious Harmony, all followers promised that they would treat Skanda Bodhisattva as their role model, protecting and promoting Guang Huan Mi Zong Buddhism globally, and delivering affinity beings from sufferings.

 

 

2017 Notice III — The Autumn Precept Platforms Dharma Convention for Buddhist Monks

Guang Huan Mi Zong
2017 Notice III
The Autumn Precept Platforms Dharma Conference for Buddhist Monks
of the Holy Mountain Buddha Land

 

 

The Autumn Precept Platforms Dharma Conference for Buddhist Monks (PPDCBM)
Date: September 6 to October 6, 2017
Venue: Holy Mountain Buddha land
Tuition Fee: Free

 

Notes:

 

1) All monks, include those who tonsured in the east and west, and the traveling monks, may join this program.
Application deadline: August 16, 2017.
Only those who are approved by the head office will be permitted to attend the program.

 

2) The Precept Platforms Dharma Conference is specifically for monks of GHMZ only. Monks from other denominations will not be permitted to enroll.

 

3) Holy Maintain Buddha Land is sacred land. Please check-in 3 days prior to the start date of the program. Latecomers will not be allowed to enter the premises.

 

4) Those who have earned the Certificate of Ordination from other countries, such as Mainland China or other regions, must submit their Certificates during the registration. Those who did not bring their Certificate of Ordination will not be permitted to register.

 

5) Monks must bring with them, their own GHMZ Scriptures to the conference.

 

For inquiries, please contact:
1 (518) 853-1873
contact@guanghuanmizong.info
www.guanghuanmizong.info
Dated: June 23, 2017
Board of Events of Guang Huan Mi Zong

2017 Notice II — Tuition Free: Recruiting Students for the Buddhism Institute

Guang Huan Mi Zong
2017 Notice II
GHMZ Buddhism Research Institute Fall Enrollment, 2017
Three-Year Program / Free Tuition

 

 

The Year 2017 GHMZ Buddhism Research Institute Fall Enrollment
– 3-Year program
– The ongoing 3-year program is provided at no cost.

 

1) Enrollment Date: Between July 1, 2017 – Aug 31, 2017/7/2

 

2) Date of pre-enrollment examination and interview: September 1, 2017 (Only those who pass the enrollment examination will be admitted to the course.)
3) Opening Ceremony: September 3, 2017

 

Please pay attention to the following:

 

1) Applicants between the ages of 22 – 36; must be debt-free, with no criminal record, with one or more associate or higher degree(s), and with a deep foundation of wisdom may enroll. Those who pass the enrollment examination and interview may join the program.

 

2) The applicants shall prepare a recent medical record within 6 months, the academic diploma(s) or certificate(s), and 4 passport photos (2” x 2”) when applying to the program.

 

3) Registration location:
Registry of The Holy Mountain Buddha Land Peace Hall
Address: 17 Liberty Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010, USA

 

4) Attendees should travel light with no more than 2 baggage.

 

5) The Guang Huan Mi Zong Holy Mountain Buddha Land is a sacred assembly place for Arhats and Bodhisattvas. It is a holy place for meditation and cultivating oneself. Students and pilgrims should dress decently, speak decently with a heart of sincerity, and obey all rules and regulations of the temples.

 

6) Students are responsible for their own lodging, meals, and travel expenses.

 

For inquiries, please contact:
1 (518) 853-1873
contact@guanghuanmizong.info
www.guanghuanmizong.info

 

Dated: June 21, 2017
Board of Events for Guang Huan Mi Zong

2017 Notice I — The Achievement Dharma Convention for Young and Middle-Aged

Guang Huan Mi Zong
2017 Notice I
The Achievement Dharma Program
for the Young and Middle-Aged &
The 48th GHMZ Buddhist Instructor Training Program &
Five-Day Health Dharma Meditation Classes & 
Holy Mountain Summer Camp

 

 

Class schedule:

 

1) The GHMZ Health Dharma Meditation Class (5 days)
– The teaching of “Wisdom Dharma”
Holy Mountain Summer Camp
– The teaching of “Triple-Heart Health Dharma”, and more.
Date: July 26 – 30, 2017
Venue: Holy Mountain of USA (contact us for detail address)
Ages: 9 – 22 years old
Class fee: $300

 

2) The Achievement Dharma Program for the Young and Middle-Aged
– Convey the “GHMZ Great Perfection Dharma”.
– Practitioners will be relieved from common symptoms of middle-aged health, have the quality of genes enhanced, be able to bring benefits to their descendants and the community, and will be able to help prosper their nation.
Date: August 1 – 11, 2017
Ages: 16-56 years old

 

3) The 48th GHMZ Buddhist Instructor Training Program
– Qualified students will confer with Instructor Certificates after going through a systematic training program and examination. Those with excellent scores will be recommended to teach in different countries, or remain at GHMZ headquarters.
(Those who fail the examination will be given a chance to attend the post-course training without cost, until they pass the examination.)
Date: August 12 – 31, 2017

 

Requirements:
1) Applicants between the ages of 23 to 56, with good health conditions, a deep foundation of wisdom to cultivate themselves and attain enlightenment, and a dedicated heart, will be accepted with priority after examination.
2) Those who have attended the instructor training classes and instructors with certificates, or those who have attended the Achievement Dharma Convention for the Young and Middle-Aged, may enroll directly. They are entitled to 50% off of the course fee upon status review and approval by the administrative office.
3) Those who have learned the Advanced Level III Class can attend this training program free of charge.
*Food and lodging is $40 per day for those who attend this class.

 

Notes:

 

1) Applicants who intend to join the class must be free of commitments during the course, and have prior approval from his/her family.

2) Applicants shall provide a recent medical record within 6 months, academic diplomas or certificates, and 4 passport photos (2” x 2”).

3) The applicants must submit their applications 10 days before the class/program begins. Only those with official approval will be permitted in class.

4) Registration Address:
PEACE HALL of the Holy Mountain Buddha Land
17 Liberty Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010, USA

5) We encourage all attendees to travel light, with a maximum 2 baggage.

6) Guang Huan Mi Zong Holy Mountain Buddha Land is a sacred land for the assembly of Arhats, Bodhisattvas. It is a Holy Place for meditation and pilgrims. Attendees must dress to be presentable at all times and obey all rules and regulations of the Temples.

7) Students are responsible for their own lodging, meals, and travel expenses.

 

For inquiries, please contact:
1 (518) 853-1873
contact@guanghuanmizong.info
www.guanghuanmizong.info

 

Dated: June 21, 2017
Board of Events for Guang Huan Mi Zong