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    12 years ago

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    7 years ago

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    8 years ago

    Geshe Gelek Is one of the kindest buddhist practicioners I have met. A vast smile, a vast mind...

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    8 years ago

    Enjoyed the warm atmosphere and basic Buddhist teachings on compassion, kindness, wisdom and meditation.

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    Van-Hanh Pagoda-Nc Buddhist Assoc - Flower petals shaped into peace sign to receive venerable monks visiting in Jan 2026.

    Van-Hanh Pagoda-Nc Buddhist Assoc

    3.5(4 reviews)
    12.5 mi

    Have been twice and was greeted warmly both times. It's a mindful and peaceful space with beautiful…read moregrounds.

    Before I start, let me preface this by saying I have spent a lot of time at temples all across Asia…read moreand have also been to handful of temples in the US. In many of the cases, I did not speak the host-site's language, but for me it was just as rewarding as Buddhism is just as internal and personal as it is external and engaged. Aside from some basic greetings, this temple is run in 100% Vietnamese. I should also say that I generally visit this site for meditative reasons and have not actively sought to join the local Vietnamese Buddhist community represented here. Now, let's talk about this temple. First of all, it's still under construction and from what I can tell, will be completed once a larger, free-standing temple is constructed in the neighboring lot. That being said, there is a ranch-style house connected to a large meditation room where services are held. The services, conducted in Vietnamese, are held at 9am and 11am on Sunday mornings, however, people seem to be there most of the time. When you pull up, there is usually some form of music playing -sometimes it's wind-chimes and other times it's chanting. I generally make my way to the back of the temple where there is a large garden filled with statues of Buddha. There you will find statues honoring/representing significant events in Buddha's life (renunciation, enlightenment, first teaching and entry into Nirvana. There are also pagodas, a small mausoleum and a statue of a Bodhisattva. If you keep making your way to the back, you will come across an excellent pagoda sitting in front of a swamp. It's perfect for Buddhists and naturalists who see immense beauty in the barren yet lively swamps. I usually do my prostrations there and meditate for an hour or so. No one ever bothers me or is pushy. I will continue to visit this temple and perhaps update once I know more about the community. I gave this four stars because I have yet to engage many of the people and feel it would be wrong to give it five without first doing that.

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    Won-Buddhism Meditation Temple - Doors to the dharma building

    Won-Buddhism Meditation Temple

    4.8(5 reviews)
    24.8 mi

    I've been driving past this place at least once a week for the past 2 years, and I've always wanted…read moreto check it out. Finally got there, although it wasn't to attend one of their meditation services (Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays). I came by on a Sunday afternoon, and it appeared to be deserted except for a couple of people doing landscaping to the already lovely gardens. They told me to feel free to wander around and to go inside if I wanted, which I did. The horses next door were very interested in what I was doing, and they kept me company for part of the stroll. After removing my shoes, I went inside the new dharma (meditation) hall. What a gorgeous, organic space it is! Bamboo floors, rich wood and glass walls, curved wooden ceiling, and an adobe-like back wall. Such a serene, harmonious setting, perfect for meditation, tai chi, and other spiritual pursuits. I will be back.

    A warm and serene atmosphere here at the Won-Buddhism Meditation Temple. There is a lovely garden…read moreout back, with a horse stable next door, and the temple itself is made right from the earth around it (local mud and wood is what I'm sayin'.) If you'd like to stay for a service, you will be treated to chanting, meditation, stretching, and sharing of thoughts. No one is pushy, everyone is welcoming, and happy to answer any questions you have about this religion (and I had a few.) I find my center here, now. And am glad I discovered it. They're always looking for volunteers to help with the upkeep, so earn some karma points and help out!

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