“(the) aim of the association is to promote the study and practice of Buddhism,
to search for the Truth and Enlightenment and to obtain better understanding among all the religions.
It is our belief that by doing so mankind may bring the world lasting peace and true happiness.”
Ven. Lok To, 1st President of BAUS
Chuang Yen Monastery has been established since 1975. The purpose of building this monastery is implementing the vision of Ven. Lok To to provide various programs through free service. All the programs hold in the monastery are free without charge, no matter they are short-term & long term meditation retreat, Buddhist summer camp, Dharma talk, Free book distribution, or else are all the same. For 37 years, countless venerable (monks and nuns), volunteers, and kind-hearted people dedicate their time, energy, and resources, sometimes without day and night, in just one goal of promoting, initiating, and providing inspiration to improve public welfare, ethnics harmony, and world peace. Sometimes struggling with financial difficulties, All the donation is to sustain the various programs holding in the monastery or outside of the monastery, even support other Buddhist and non-Buddhist groups alike. By this effort, we are hoping that one day the world will have lasting peace and true happiness as the vivid vision from Ven. Lok To.
We are pleased to know that you would like to visit the monastery.
(1)Please bring only vegetarian food products to the monastery. This means no meat, fish or eggs.
(2)There is NO smoking or drinking alcohol anywhere on the premises of the monastery.
(3)DO NOT harm or pick any flower, plant or vegetable, or feed or disturb any animal or fish on the premises.
(4)Drive slower than 15 mph once you enter the gate of the monastery. When guests drive over the speed limit on the grounds they cause harm to small animals, especially during the springtime.
(5)Please park only at the designated parking lot.
(6)Wear proper dress. This means modest and respectful clothing.
We appreciate your cooperation. If you have any other concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We hope you will enjoy your visit.
A Course in the Majjhima Nikaya with Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi
This ongoing course offers the opportunity to study the Majjhima Nikaya with one of the co-translators of the influential English translation, The Middle Length Discourses of the Buddha (Wisdom Publications).The class starts at 9:30 am with a half-hour silent meditation. This is followed at 10 am by a talk on a sutta, with time for questions. A discussion period led by the teacher will be held after lunch, from noon to 12:30 pm. Newcomers are welcome.
“ The Four Foundations of Mindfulness Meditation and Psychology (四念處禪修與心理學)”
“Buddhist Perspective of Occupying Wall Street”
August & September
“ Buddha Nature”
October/November
“Mind Over Movie”
Buddhism and Film: Interpreting Community and Culture Today
A Saturday Afternoon Movie and Discussion Series at the Woo Joo Library
A 6-week October/November Saturday afternoon film series that highlights how film and contemporary media views, interprets, and depicts aspects of Buddhism today. Among the highlights: Buddhism and Star Wars (the films); hip-hop, popular culture and Buddhism, African Americans, Africa, and Buddhism today; Women in Buddhism. Documentary, film, and YouTube excerpts will be screened during this exciting 6-Week series.
For more information, Please Contact LIBRARY@BAUS.ORG or (845) 225 – 1819, ext 103
(The exact date for each event will be announced soon, and the topic for each talk might be subjected to change.)
If you are interested in getting email notice for library on-going event, please feel free to sign up here.
BAUS Chuang Yen Monastery 2012 Summer Camp
2020 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512; (845) 228-4288 or (845) 225-1819; Fax: 845-228-4283
June 30, 2012 ~ July 4, 2012
Registration Deadline：June 17. (No registration will be granted after the deadline. From June 17 to 18, all registrants will be reviewed. A “Letter of Acceptance” will be sent out on June 18 to those who are admitted)
Check-in Time：June 30, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Opening ceremony start at 4:00pm.
Group Capacity：
Adults – 60 (ages 30 and above)
English – 40 (ages 17 and above)
Teens – 60 (ages 13 to 16)
Family – 60 pairs (any child aged 8 to 12 must have a parent or guardian with them throughout the camp period)
