Morning bell, evening drum — Buddhist rituals

Author: Feng Xiuzhi
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: The Buddhist rituals discussed in this book highlight the following aspects:
1. The Buddhist temple filling ceremony, including the architectural layout, arrangement of Buddha statues, the administrative structure and personnel setup.
2. The rules of the Buddhist monastery, including the cultivation norms, living systems, and etiquette that monks should follow in the temple.
3. The Buddhist precepts, including the differences between various precepts, as well as the entire process from taking refuge in the Three Jewels to observing the Five Precepts, tonsure, and ordination with the Three Great Precepts.
4. Buddhist items, including the classification and regulations for the clothes monks wear, objects they use, and musical instruments for Buddhist ceremonies.
5. Buddhist ceremonies and events, including the specific content, rituals, and Buddhist festivals and celebrations.