Nichiren Shoshu is the true teaching. The Joju Gohonzon is particularly beautiful in the recently…read morerenovated sanctuary. Please come check it out for yourself.

I went to a lecture on the Optimal conditions you should provide someone at their moment of death…read more have not found the reference material for this. There are many conditions, including, Do not touch the person at the moment of death because even the most gentle touch Will be Extremely amplified. I'm assuming this includes closing someone's eyes for them. I would hate to think what electrical shock trying to start someone's heart would be like. Another condition is not to be crying Next to the person making them feel sad, also, to minimize the number of people near the person so to not confuse them. If someone has body odor they should not be near the dying person. Keep the area uncluttered so the person Will not be reminded of their earthly possessions. There were at least eight conditions altogether nobody remembers this lecture. I have not seen any supporting documents in the lotus sutra.

I go to this every year. Food is excellent and cheap. If you go early enough, the lines aren't too…read morebad. Might not be for you if you're impatient though. The lady with the flower in her hair has the best mango sticky rice. And she provides an option to have black sticky rice and custard too. I'm not sure which person it is, but there is one line that has amazing boat noodles too. Most people end up eating on the hill. Maybe bring a blanket to sit on if you plan on staying a while, especially if the ground is wet/moist. Parking can be kind of difficult; most park in the neighborhood around the corner. This year they provided shuttles to park in glenmont.

Happy Thai New Year! went to the temple today, i suggest going early for the new year there's…read morelimited parking and you'll have to walk far if you don't get a good spot. it's pretty hot every year i go so dress appropriately because it is a temple. during the new year they have long lines in the hot blistering sun, but eating the food at the end of the day makes it so worth it because it's all so good!

This is a group committed to the Buddhist teachings. A branch temple of the Tendai Buddhist…read moreInstitute, which is located in upstate New York. There is a genuine sense of community here; people know each others names and enjoy each others company. Four stars instead of five because of the space they practice in: a basement room at the Unitarian church. It would be better if they had a bigger and more appropriate space to practice in.

From the owner: Tendai Buddhism provides for a wide variety of Buddhist practices including liturgy, meditation and…read morecontemplation, mantras, studying, walking, pure land, and more

I have had the privilege of being an Altar Server, Lector, and Eucharistic Minister at the…read moreFranciscan Monastery since 2002 at the Monastery Saturday Evening Vigil Mass. The Franciscan Friars have been wonderful to me and have brought me closer to God. I am eternally grateful. The Monastery and it grounds are truly an Oasis of Peace!

The grounds are beautiful, especially during warmer weather. The outside alone, could take a while…read moreto explore. The gardens are lovely. There is an outside chapel that has pretty views. The signage by each area is great at summing up what you are viewing. The monastery is lovely. If you want a guided tour, you will need to sign up (or just show up) for a scheduled time. The rooms and chapels are beautiful. Certain areas, especially downstairs are only available during a guided tour. There is plenty of parking. The only public transportation is a bus.

Support and acceptance for identifying the self in you! Justice and understanding for all. It is…read morespreading although variable. Been a member since 1984!

Work hard, play hard. While we at Cedar Lane work hard for Social Justice issues through activism…read moreand education and explore our faith and works view through our though provoking sermons, we also play hard during our Spirit Experiences, like Holi, our music programs, Holiday Craft Day and Ice Cream Social, for instance. The religious education program for kids is wonderful. It encourages kids to question and delve into their own beliefs within a non -dogmatic, non-judgemental, safe atmosphere. Our family is very happy at Cedar Lane!