Buddhist temple - South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com/rss/330669/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png Buddhist temple - South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com Su Bong Zen Monastery, in the heart of Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island, has noticed a rise in visitor numbers since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. “Zen is more important than ever as our world becomes more difficult,” says Minh Tran, a representative of the monastery. “Through Zen practice, we open our mind to attain truth, access wisdom and compassion, and find the correct human way to help all beings ease suffering.” Su Bong Zen Monastery, a registered non-profit charitable organisation... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/long-reads/article/3177563/history-zen-its-roots-buddhism-how-ancient?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/long-reads/article/3177563/history-zen-its-roots-buddhism-how-ancient?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 15 May 2022 00:15:21 +0000 The history of Zen, from its roots in Buddhism to how the ancient religion became a capitalist darling A large headless statue of Buddha was discovered in southwest China last week – and it was used to prop up a high-rise apartment building. It is currently unknown when the statue was built, with rumors circulating that it is almost 1,000 years old. Professionals were unwilling to date the statue at this point. The Buddha, which was discovered in the city of Chongqing, is nearly 30ft tall and is built on the surface of a cliff that is extremely difficult for the public to access. Earlier last... https://www.scmp.com/society/giant-buddha-rediscovered-china-high-rise-apartment-built-top-it/article/3113824?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/society/giant-buddha-rediscovered-china-high-rise-apartment-built-top-it/article/3113824?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:00:31 +0000 Giant buddha rediscovered in China with a high rise apartment built on top of it The City God Temple in Taipei is one the oldest and most popular Buddhist temples in the city. The temple was started by immigrants who arrived in Taiwan in the 1800s. Today, it’s a popular destination for young people and couples looking for love. https://www.scmp.com/travel/inside-taipeis-matchmaking-temple/article/3000271?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/travel/inside-taipeis-matchmaking-temple/article/3000271?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Nov 2018 04:11:30 +0000 Inside Taipei’s matchmaking temple