Fo Guang Shan
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Fó Guāng Shān (佛光山) ("Buddha's Light Mountain") is one of the two large Buddhist organizations in Taiwan (the other being Tzu-Chi). It is led by Master Hsing Yun. The headquarters of the organization are in Kaohsiung, and it maintains a worldwide presence. Its headquarters in the United States are near Los Angeles, at a large temple called Hsi Lai Temple. Its headquarters in Australia are at Nan Tien Temple.
Objectives of Fo Guang Shan
- To propagate Buddhist teachings through cultural activities
- To foster talent through education
- To benefit society through charitable programs
- To purify human hearts and minds through Buddhist practice
Fo Guang Shan International Buddhist Order promotes Humanistic Buddhism, aiming to make Buddhism relevant in the world, in our lives, and in each one of our hearts.
Fo Guang Shan Buddhist's Motto (established by Venerable Master Hsing Yun)
- Offer others faith
- Offers others joy
- Offer others hope
- Offer others convenience