Fo Guang Shan Shimen Hokkaido Center Introduction
Fo Guang Shan is a Bodhisattva temple that advocates for its practitioners to enter the world before transcending it, to save the living before saving the dead, to prioritize life before death, and to start small before expanding. It places the constant communal congregation and Buddhist affairs as priorities, and actively participates in various beneficial endeavors such as education, culture, charity, and healthcare. The Fo Guang Shan organization promotes Humanistic Buddhism and is dedicated to blending Buddhist teachings with everyday life. Today's Fo Guang Shan is formed by many diligent individuals who embody the essential truths taught by the Buddha, preserving the virtues of past masters while fostering happiness and well-being for future generations. The organization is structured on the Bodhisattva spirit of compassion and wisdom, engaging in cultural education with a compassionate intention to benefit the world, harmonizing relationships as the foundation of its members' thoughts, and spreading joy among people as the practice for its members. The practitioners are determined to promote this Fo Guang spirit, aiming to expand Buddhism and benefit the community at large.
