Mountain Gate
The Temple’s symbolic gate provides a welcome by the International Buddhist Progress Society (IBPS). The Chinese characters on the back of the gate list the four universal vows of Buddhists: to save all sentient beings, to eradicate delusion and stress, to the boundless Dharma, and to attain supreme enlightenment. Making vows is integral to Buddhism because it provides people the strength to fulfill their practice.
Bodhisattva Hall
Atop the steps from the upper level parking lot is the Bodhisattva Hall. This hall is dedicated to several enlightened sages who vowed to selflessly serve others with loving-kindness and compassion, and are committed to liberating all beings from suffering. In other words, they are “Buddhas in training.” Each bodhisattva represents a virtuous quality essential to all Buddhists.
