Fo Guang Shan Shimen Beikou Temple Introduction
Fo Guang Shan is a Bodhisattva temple that advocates for practitioners to first engage with the world before transcending it, first liberate the living before dealing with the dead, first focus on life before life and death, and first shrink before expanding. Prioritizing the ever-sustaining community and Buddhist endeavors, it actively participates in various life-benefiting projects, including education, culture, charity, and healthcare. The Fo Guang Shan Buddhist order promotes Humanistic Buddhism and is dedicated to integrating Buddhist teachings with daily life. Today's Fo Guang Shan is formed by many dedicated practitioners who embody the profound truths of the Buddha, carry on the teachings and virtues of past masters, and impart happiness and well-being to future generations. The order is structured around the Bodhisattva spirit of compassion and wisdom, engages in cultural education with a commitment to alleviating suffering, bases its thoughts on harmonious relationships, and practices spreading joy in the world. All Fo Guang practitioners are determined to promote this spirit to achieve the goal of expanding Buddhism and benefiting the community at large.
