Huishan Temple Introduction
Yangzhai is one of the oldest settlements in Kinmen. Its ancestor, Chen Da, was the tenth descendant of Chen Zheng. In the third year of the Qianhua era of the Liang Dynasty (913 AD), when Wang Shenzhi declared himself king in Fujian, he appointed Chen Da as a Chengshilang, guarding the salt fields in Tong'an and Wuzhou. After receiving the order, Chen Da entered Wuzhou and settled in today's Yangzhai, using the name Yangzhai, which refers to the location of the Chen clan's ancestral home in Yingchuan County. Hui Mountain Temple was built during the Ming Dynasty. Yangzhai has a long history and rich culture; this temple is an ancient place of worship. The temple honors the Buddha of Pu'an and King Jin as the guardian deities and primarily enshrines Guandi, Baosheng Dadi, the Queen of Heaven, the Six Surnames, Wang Ye of Li, and the Wang Yes of Qiu, Xing, and Su, as well as Wen the Magistrate, the Local Lord, and Guanyin. The temple was recently renovated and completed in 2008. To the right in front of the temple is the Chen Zhen'en Honor Pavilion, and to the left and back are two Wind Lions, which serve as the center of faith for the residents of Yangzhai. Couplets: Main entrance couplet: "The Three Teachings of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism combine harmoniously; Heaven, Earth, and Humanity share the same spring." Side entrance couplet: "Pu Zhen Hui Mountain has long bestowed blessings; The temple shelters the home with grace." Window side couplet: "Clear heart, tranquil as water; Cultivate spirit, serene as a mountain." Column couplet one: "The rains of the Dharma nourish the southern sky, bringing forth the beauty of mountains and rivers; The kind clouds spread across the western lands, bestowing grace upon farmers and merchants." Column couplet two: "Ten thousand households receive spring breezes for longevity; A thousand doors shine with the bright moon for completeness." Column couplet three: "The prestige of literature and martial arts is revered for thousand years; The loyal and righteous deeds are cherished forever."
