Morning Bell and Evening Drum: Buddhist Rituals -- Chinese Buddhist Cultural Series

Author: Feng Xiuli
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: The Buddhist rituals discussed in this book highlight the following aspects:
First, the Buddha filling ceremony, including architectural layout, arrangement of Buddha statues, the management structure and personnel setup.
Second, the rules of the Buddhist monastery, including the cultivation norms, living systems, and etiquette that monks should follow in the temple.
Third, the precepts of the Buddhist community, including the distinctions between various precepts, as well as the process of taking refuge in the Three Jewels, observing the Five Precepts, tonsuring and ordaining, and receiving the Three Great Precepts.
Fourth, Buddhist items, including the classification and regulations for the clothing, utensils, and musical instruments used by monks in Buddhist ceremonies.
Fifth, Buddhist ceremonies and assemblies, including the specific content, rituals, and Buddhist festivals and celebrations.