September 2011
Buddhism 101 Class:  This program is designed to give beginner's in Buddhism an overview of the basic teachings of the Buddha and to help beginner's start a meditation practice. We will begin with a short series of chants in English--an abridged version of the regular chants we do at Dieu Phap Temple. Then there will be a short Dharma talk on subjects such as the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, the Six Perfections and so on. This will be followed by a question and answer session. The program will conclude with a brief explanation of a basic Buddhist meditation technique to help us calm the mind and cultivate concentration and awareness. We will then do a short meditation of perhaps 15 minutes.

It is recommended that students bring something to write with in order to take notes during the Dharma talk and Q & A session. It is also recommended that students wear clothing that will be comfortable for some bowing and sitting on the floor. Tight jeans and short skirts would be uncomfortable, as would loose or low-cut blouses for women.

If you have any question, please contact:

Dieu Phap Temple
311 E. Mission Road
San Gabriel, CA 91776
Tel: (̉626) 614-0566
Fax: (626) 286-8437

ACTIVITIES and EVENTS

Dieu Phap Temple organizes many activities and events throughout the year. In addition to the regular weekly activities mentioned below,  the temple also organizes dharma lectures and classes, retreats, and celebrations for various holidays and festivals such as Buddha's Birthday Celebration, Vu Lan Festival (...) continue

Regular on-going weekly activities at the temple:

Monday to Friday
7:30 p.m.     Sutra recitation, dharma talk and discussion (generally in Vietnamese)

Sunday
10:00 a.m.  -  2:00 p.m.     Vietnamese Buddhist Youth (GDPT) activities.
Activities include religious service, Buddhist doctrine and history classes, and Vietnamese language and culture classes.

11:00 a.m.  -  2:00 p.m.     Religious services for everyone.
Prayers, sutras recitation, and dharma discourse (in English and Vietnamese)
Prayers for peace and happiness, memorial prayers, prayers for the deceased, etc.
Vegetarian Lunch.