Longhua Temple is a venerable Buddhist sanctuary with a storied past. Established in 10th centuries, Longhua is a key cultural and religious landmark in China.
It has witnessed the development of Buddhism in China, enduring the trials of war and multiple reconstructions, each bestowing it with new life and significance. The temple is renowned for its Tang Dynasty architectural style, with its majestic halls and strict layout, housing numerous Bodhisattvas, including Maitreya, the Four Heavenly Kings, and the Three Saints of Huayan.
Special Features of Longhua Temple
- Historic Significance: Longhua Temple boasts a rich history dating back to the Song Dynasty. The temple complex features five notable structures arranged along a central north-south axis, including the Maitreya Hall, Mahavira Hall, Bell Tower, and Drum Tower.
- Mahavira Hall: The main hall contains statues of Shakya Buddha and his disciples, a bas-relief carving of Guanyin, twenty Guardians of Buddhist Law, and sixteen principal arhats. It also houses an ancient bell cast in the late 16th century.
- Bell Tower and Drum Tower: These towers house a copper bell from 1382, weighing 5,000 kilograms, and are key elements of the temple complex.
- Buddhist Lifestyle: The temple offers a variety of Buddhist activities, including scripture copying (抄经), vegetarian dining in the dining hall (斋堂), tea ceremonies (茶事), and participation in Buddhist festivals.
- Scenic Beauty: The temple grounds are adorned with beautiful white magnolias, creating a serene and picturesque environment for meditation and reflection.
New Year Activities: During Chinese New Year, Longhua Temple hosts special rituals and blessings, including prayers for overcoming obstacles and attracting good fortune.
Recommended Bead Materials for Longhua Temple Blessing
These ceremonies are especially beneficial for those seeking professional advancement, academic achievement, and intellectual growth.
Longhua Temple recommends using incense ash, glass, Bodhi, rosewood, and jade beads for their blessings. These materials are known for their energy-conducting properties and symbolic meanings:
- Incense Ash: Represents purity and spiritual protection.
- Glass: Enhances clarity and positive energy.
- Bodhi: Symbolizes enlightenment, wisdom and spiritual growth.
- Rosewood: Known for grounding and stabilizing properties.
- Jade: Symbolizes protection and prosperity.
Collaboration between Nomadic Stones and Longhua Temple
Blessing and Empowerment: Nomadic Stones offers a mindful blessing service at Longhua Temple. Simply select your beads and share your wishes with us. We will carry out the full blessing process at Longhua Temple on your behalf, including incense lighting, bowing. Specifically, Nomadic Stones facilitates a special blessing to circle the Bell Tower three times and make your wishes. Additionally, Nomadic Stones can engage in scripture copying for deeper spiritual connection, to ensure your wishes are infused into your spiritual beads
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