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Fo Guang Shan Nan Tien Temple
What is the history of this community?
Origins
In 1995 the Fo Guang Shan Nan Tien Temple was opened after two years of construction, winning awards for its architecture and lighting.
Evolution
It became known as a popular tourist spot in Australia and won first prize in the Schools/Institutions section at the Wollongong Garden Festival in 2000.
Present Day
The temple has won multiple awards of tourism and has opened it's own graduate school, the Nan Tien Institute in March 2015.
What is the 'Fo Guang Shan Nan Tien Temple'
Location
180 Berkeley Road, Berkeley, NSW 2506 Australia
Name
The name translates to Buddha's Light Mountain Paradise of the South Temple. Fo Guang Shan. It is called this as it is the largest Buddhist temple in the southern hemisphere.
It is a branch temple of Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Order.
What are the Defining Traits of this Community?
Love
Philanthropy
Supporting Underprivileged or Unsupprted People
Humanistic Buddhism
Shared Location(s)
Shared Space
Temple
Dining and Meditation Halls
Temple Grounds
Shrines
Tea House
Pagoda
Auditorium
Lotus Pond
Nan Tien Institute
What Role Does Education Play in this Community?
Children's Education
School Excursions
Studying After High School
Nan Tien Institute
Temple-goers
Resources Within the Temple
How Does This Community Engage With the Outside World?
Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Order
Selling media from the larger order (DVDs, books, CDs, etc.)
BLIA Groups
Providing activities and volunteer work for members.
Social Media
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
