Lingjiu Mountain Wusheng Temple Introduction
Ling Jiou Mountain Wu Sheng Monastery is located in the northeastern corner of Taiwan, adjacent to Fulong Beach, surrounded by the sea on three sides, with a distant view of the Pacific Ocean, presenting an expansive horizon. The mountain is rich in diverse ecology, complemented by sea views and mist, showcasing the beauty of nature. Entering the mountain from the Ashoka Pillar, visitors will encounter the uniquely designed Tianyan Gate, the four major monasteries symbolizing the compassion and wisdom vows of Bodhisattvas, the eleven-faced Guanyin, and the distant view of the black-faced golden-body Guanyin statue by the sea. There is also a stupa forest embodying the profound characteristics of the three types of teachings, and a secluded pathway of the five hundred Luohans hidden within the woods, allowing for leisure walks and tranquil meditation in the mountains. Wu Sheng Monastery is also the headquarters of the Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Order, founded in 1983 when Master Xin Dao sought a good place for fasting and meditation, eventually arriving at Mount Laolan, commonly referred to as Eagle Mountain. After two years of fasting and retreat, he vowed to establish a monastery here for Buddhist propagation, leading to the establishment of Ling Jiou Mountain Wu Sheng Monastery. Over the past thirty years, Ling Jiou Mountain has promoted compassion and meditation as its core teachings, advocating the concept of "life is a field of blessings, and work is practice," aiming to make Buddhist teachings practical and applicable in daily life. The monastery educates practitioners to frequently reflect on their inner selves, refrain from evil and do good, with a commitment to benefit sentient beings through the Bodhi mind, fostering good character and achieving peace and satisfaction of the spirit.
