Tag: temple
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おみくじ or o-mikuji
These are fortune-telling papers. If you don’t like the outcome of what they predict. You just tie them to a rope and forget about them. On the other hand, if the outcome is positive for you. You can also tie the paper to the same rope to amplify its effect. In short, I guess one […]
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#24 day of February – Goddes of Mercy Temple
On the Chinese New Year, it is customary for the Chinese to visit a temple for blessings and offerings. The Goddess of Mercy Temple, located in Georgetown, Penang, is Penang’s oldest and most renowned temple. Every year, followers of Taoism and Confucianism go to the temple on the night of Chinese New Year. To pray […]
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#14 day of February – Kek Lok Si Temple
Kek Lok Si, is one of the most prominent Chinese Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. Unquestionably one of the top Penang attractions on the island. It’s a short walk up followed by a fast lift ride (cost 3 RM). But for a true treat, go all the way to the top of the pagoda for […]
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Old lantern
This little-known garden is a true gem and breathtakingly lovely. It is located in a valley near the Doukutsu Kannon cave and has a waterfall, pond with colorful koi, zen garden, and moss garden. This garden is well worth the yen it costs to enter. I wouldn’t mind returning here every season!
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Visiting temples and shrines
Let me briefly describe essential steps and manners concerning visiting Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines in Japan. While there is no strict dress code when visiting shrines and temples, it is recommended to be appropriately dressed to show respect at a place of worship. How to visit a temple Behave calmly and respectfully. Show your […]
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Reblog : All About a Temple Stay in South Korea
Have you ever tried living like a Buddhist monk for a day? Yea neither had I until a little over a week ago. What can you learn from it, and how can it change you? All About a Temple Stay in South Korea — Your guide to living abroad
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Todaiji Temple 東大寺
Todaiji (東大寺, Tōdaiji, “Great Eastern Temple”) is one of Japan’s most famous and historically significant temples and a landmark of Nara. The temple was constructed in 752. As the head temple of all provincial Buddhist temples of Japan and grew so powerful that the capital was moved from Nara to Nagaoka in 784 to lower […]
