Huishan Temple Introduction
Yangzhai is one of the oldest settlements in Kinmen. Its ancestor, Chen Da, is the tenth descendant of Chen Zheng. In the third year of the Qianhua era of the Liang Dynasty (913 AD), when Wang Shenzhi proclaimed himself king in Fujian, he appointed Chen Da as the loyal officer in charge of the Tong'an Wuzhou salt fields. After receiving the order, Chen Da entered Wuzhou and settled in what is now Yangzhai, continuing to use Yangzhai as the place name based on Chen's ancestral home in Yingchuan County. The Huishan Temple was built during the Ming Dynasty. Yangzhai has a long history and rich cultural heritage, and this temple is an ancient temple. It honors Buddha Pu'an and the King of Gold as the main deities, primarily worshiping Guan Yu, the God of Life, the Heavenly Mother, six surnamed officials, King Li, and various other deities, as well as Guanyin Buddha. The temple was recently renovated, completed in the 97th year of the Republic of China. On the right side in front of the temple is the honor archway for Chen Zhen'en, and there are two stone lion statues, one on the left front and one on the right rear, which serve as the center of faith for the residents of Yangzhai. The couplets include: Main Entrance: "Three teachings of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism harmoniously combine; Heaven, Earth, and Humanity share a flourishing spring." Side Entrance: "Puhua Huishan has granted blessings for a long time; A refuge and a home are filled with grace." Window Side: "A clear heart is like water; A tranquil spirit is like a mountain." Column Couplets 1: "Lawful rain nourishes the southern sky; the beauty of the mountains and rivers grows lush; Kind clouds spread blessings across the western land, benefiting farmers and merchants." Column Couplets 2: "The spring breeze brings longevity to thousands of families; the bright moon rounds out the happiness of thousands of doors." Column Couplets 3: "Civil and military dignity is revered for eternity; loyal deeds are admired forever."
