Jodo Shinshu Buddhism for everyone
This month we celebrate the Buddha’s birthday, called “Hanamatsuri” (flower festival). He is honored as the founder of the Buddhist teachings. In Jodo Shinshu, however, his birth has another meaning. Continue reading “Buddha’s birth: The Real Reason”
April is when we commemorate the Buddha’s birth. Typically we hold a special service called Hanamatsuri on April 8 or a Sunday closest to this date. It’s usually our most festive service of the year. Unfortunately because of the Covid-19 pandemic, services have been cancelled or limited to online participation only. Continue reading “Up next: Hanamatsuri, the Buddha’s Birthday”