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The Buddhist Channel, 28 September 2024
PENANG, Malaysia - In the heart of Penang, a Buddhist temple is taking bold steps to revolutionize Dharma propagation, blending ancient wisdom with cutting-edge technology. Pu Xian Vihara, home to a striking ceramic statue of Bodhisattva Samantabhadra, is embarking on an ambitious journey to make Buddhist teachings more accessible and appealing to younger generations.
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The Buddhist Channel, 22 Spetember 2024
Sungai Buloh, Selangor (Malaysia) -- The serene chanting of the Great Compassion Mantra filled the air as Dharma Drum Mountain (DDM - 法鼓山) celebrated the groundbreaking of its new center in Kwasa Damansara, Malaysia. Led by nuns from DDM, the ceremony marked a significant milestone in the organization's mission to spread Buddhist teachings in the region.
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By Kooi F. Lim, The Buddhist Channel, 5 September 2024
Melaka, Malaysia -- As one approaches the century-old Buddhist temple of Seck Kia Eenh (Chinese: 釋迦院, founded in 1920) in Melaka (Malacca), a few things catch the eye. Above the main entrance is a plaque with Chinese characters displaying the temple's name.
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The Buddhist Channel, August 10, 2024
Ha Nam Province, Vietnam -- In a vibrant display of faith and tradition, thousands of Buddhist monks, nuns, and followers converged on the majestic Tam Chuc Pagoda today for the annual Vu Lan ceremony. This ancient ritual, marking the 2568th year in the Buddhist calendar, saw a harmonious blend of spiritual devotion and cultural significance.
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The Buddhist Channel, 2 August 2024
Bangkok, Thailand -- Katherine Scahill, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Music, University of Pennsylvania, has been conducting research on female Buddhist monks (bhikkhunī) in Thailand and their chanting traditions.
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The Star, 16 Jul 2024
GEORGE TOWN, Penang -- Legends abound around Buddha relics, from beliefs that they are indestructible and guarded by powerful deities to them imparting miraculous powers.
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The Buddhist Channel, 20 July 2024
MAGELANG, Indonesia -- Thousands of Buddhists participated in the Asalha Mahapuja procession from Mendut Temple to Borobudur Temple on Sunday (14/7/2024). Participants walked while meditating and carrying flowers.
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The Buddhist Channel, 14 July 2024
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- A significant Tibetan Buddhist event is currently taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Khenpo Pema Rinpoche and Khenpo Namgyal Rinpoche are leading a group of monks to recite the Kangyur, the Tibetan-language version of the sacred Buddhist texts.
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The Buddhist Channel, 30 June 2024
Puchong, Selangor (Malaysia) -- Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society (KMBS) celebrated its 20th anniversary on 29 June 2024 by sharing its joy with Buddhist centres and temples from the Klang Valley (greater Kuala Lumpur). About 100 representatives from various centres participated in the ceremonies and events organized for the day.
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By Viet An, Dang Khoa, VN Express, June 19, 2024
Hanoi, Vietnam -- A Buddhist abbot in southern Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province has been hit with a two-year preaching ban by Vietnamese authorities, following speeches deemed culturally contentious.
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