Devotion is a central part of the practice of most traditional Buddhists. Devotion includes rituals such as offering flowers and incense, bowing, chanting, and taking a pilgrimage to holy sites. Although there may be different objects of veneration among the various denominations, all of them focus devotion to the Three Jewels: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.

This talk will explore what is Buddhist devotion, and how it manifests in daily and community life. What the Buddha teach about devotion? A reading from Shan-Tao’s Liturgy for Birth (Ojoraisan) will be read and discussed as a classic example of a Buddhist devotional reading.

Sliding scale suggested donation $10 – $20

A short Introduction to Meditation Training session will be held before the gathering at 9:45 a.m.