Pao Hua Buddhist Temple
The Pao Hua Buddhist Temple, nestled in San Jose, California, is a serene sanctuary founded by Master Ling-Chun in 1976. The name "Pao-Hua" itself tells a story; it means nurturing the growth of the Buddhist Lotus. Imagine a place where the essence of Buddhism blooms, spreading its teachings like the petals of a lotus flower.
It took four years of sweat, hard work from volunteers, and pros to build the temple we see today. The big moment arrived in 1988—a grand opening celebration marked the completion of this spiritual haven, a place where people from all walks of life could come and connect with Buddhist teachings and culture.
When you step inside, you'll see these statues of Buddha all around. They're symbols of peace, good vibes, and compassion. They remind us that every single one of us has the potential to reach the same level of enlightenment that Buddha achieved. Buddha's teachings here are like a guidebook to understanding life's true purpose and figuring out what makes us truly happy.
The whole deal here is unity and peace. The Buddhist community at Pao Hua Buddhist Temple is all about seeing everyone as part of the same family, striving for peace worldwide, and setting some seriously high standards for being kind and peaceful inside and out.
Address: 2946 McKee Rd., San Jose, CA 95127, USA
Phone: (408) 259-8888
Website: http://paohua.org/
