Developed by Tom Tam, and an integral part of the Tom Tam Healing System, Tong Ren is a form of energy therapy for restoring health and vitality. Tong Ren is based on a belief that disease is related to interruptions, or blockages, in the body’s natural flow of chi, neural bioelectricity, blood, or hormones. Tong Ren seeks to remove these blockages, restoring the body’s natural ability to heal itself, even when illnesses are chronic, debilitating, or otherwise untreatable.

Tong Ren Therapy is an exciting and powerful form of energy healing, the product of Tom Tam’s research spanning more than 25 years. It combines the science of Western medicine with the wisdom of ancient Eastern knowledge and insights. Eastern medicine has long held that each organ in the body is kept healthy by the natural flow of Chi energy from the brain, and interruption or blockage of that necessary bioelectric signal leads to disease. Western science brings improved understanding of anatomy and neurology, potential technology to record bioelectrical events, and expertise in study design and statistical analysis to prove the effectiveness of this treatment modality.

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The Buddhist cosmology is intriguingly complicated and vast. According to the Buddhist understanding of the universe, it comprises of heavenly beings dwelling in different levels of heaven, sentient beings such as different human races, various types of beasts and insects from animal kingdoms, hungry ghosts on this very Earth. In addition, our universe also comprises of other types of existence, for example hell realms, which perhaps sound horrific but yet unfortunate to those who were born there. No matter whatever reason these realms are mentioned, it is beyond doubt that the Buddha regards human as the most important one among them. One of the examples can be found in Samyuktagama, the Buddha once asked the monks, there was a blind turtle in an ocean as vast as the surface of Earth. This blind turtle only swam at the surface of the ocean and extended his head above the surface of ocean once in hundred years.What was the odd that its head happened to go through a hole on a rotten wood plank flowing by? The odd was very minimal. Hence the Buddha told Ananda, his attendant that the ignorant beings who wandered in the five realms of existence, the chance of them being born as a human is very rare. From this simile, we have learned that it is certainly hard to be born as a human and our lives slip by quickly. We not only have to cherish this human body but also take the opportunity to comprehend the Buddhist teaching which is beneficial and true. One ought to strive towards a better life.

Today we have such a good opportunity to be born as a human, and also we are lucky to have the chance to meet and learn the Dharma together. It might not be wise to loiter and to live a life without meaning. One should not waste the good opportunity being a human and harm oneself and the others.

July 3, 2013 ~ July 7, 2013

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：Juln 3, 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)

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Location: West 25 43rd Street, Rm# 1000, 10/F., (between 5th Ave & 6th Ave), Manhattan, NY

Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition with  a history that stretches over 2,500 years. It is a tradition which is now followed by around 115 million people worldwide.
In this introduction to the Foundations of Buddhism, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism (Theravada, Tibetan,  and Eastern)–which exist in the world today.
The book is indeed one of the most comprehensive and scholarly but accessible introductory works of its kind. In terms of the Buddhist literature, Gethin describes the origins of scriptures and how the teachings emerged–for example, how they are classified, what distinguishes their interpretation, and how they are transmitted as monastic Vinaya, suttas or Abhidhamma.
This book provides a stimulating introduction to Buddhism both as a religion and as a way of life.  It begins with a narrative of the story of the Buddha; discusses aspects such as textual traditions; the framework of the Four Noble Truths; the interaction between the monastic and lay ways of life; the cosmology of karma and rebirth, and the path of the Bodhisattva.
Although the book tends to emphasize more the Early Buddhist perspective, the author reminds us that there is no “pure Buddhism.”Reading this book we can benefit and gain knowledge in the following areas:
1.     The historical Buddha;
2.     Early Buddhist Teachings
3.     Transmission and texts
4.     Essence of dharma;
5.     Meditative Path and cosmology
6.     Sectarian Buddhism and the main tenets of Mahayana Buddhism
7.     Modern Buddhism and Buddhism around the world chiefly in Asia.
Starting this Spring, utilizing this book as a road map, Ven. Dr. Dhammadipa (Fa Yao; 法曜 ) Abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery will be our scholar and guide who will lead the expedition to the vast and breathtaking land of Buddhism and the realm of the Dhamma.
Ven. Dr. Dhammadipa will supplement the book with other materials and commentary as necessary. ( Rupert Gethin was Dr. Dhammadipa’s supervisor when he did his Ph.D in England, thus making Ven. Dhammadipa  one of the best persons to lead this study). Dr. Dhammadipa is passionate in delivering the message in many languages. Moreover, his skillful power of analysis and ability to connect to the lay person and practitioner alike can enable each individual to better understand the Buddha’s teaching.

The Middle Length Discourses of the Buddha

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 9:00 am with an 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.

Schedule for May through July 2013:

Online Class (Live TV) / Past Classes Video Clips

Reference Material: (1) Basic Meditation Guidance ; (2) Sharing the Merits

Venerable Bhikkhu Bodhi, originally from New York City, has been a Buddhist monk since 1972 and is highly regarded as a scholar and teacher. He lived in Asia for 24 years, where he was president and editor of the Buddhist Publication Society. He has been living at Chuang Yen Monastery since 2007.

Location: Chuang Yen Monastery, 2020 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512

Place : Kuan Yin Hall

Register: cym@baus.org

Note: Because of a persisting health problem, Bhikkhu Bodhi may on occasion have to cancel a scheduled Saturday morning class. We therefore suggest that you verify whether each class will be given before you travel to Chuang Yen monastery. This verification can be done by either: checking your e-mail,

E-mail. Chuang Yen Monastery will send everyone registered in the class an e-mail by 7:00 AM on the Saturday morning of each class, indicating whether the class will be given or is cancelled.

A Saturday Afternoon Movie and Discussion Series at the Woo Ju Library

Schedule:

5/4  ”Travelers and Magicians” (108 Minutes) – Decisions

6/8 “The Drummer” (115 Minutes) – Transformation

7/13 “My Reincarnation” (82 Minutes) – Destiny?

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The viewing and discussion group will be organized and led by Prof. Russell C. Leong, who obtained his MFA in filmmaking from UCLA and author of “Asian Pacific Independent Media Arts”, the first textbook on the subject. Mr. Alex Lamas, Buddhist, received refuge from Ven. Dhammadipa Sak, 20 years of experience in filmmaking business, who will assist in the class. Buddhist perspectives will be provided by Ven. Dhammadipa Sak, Abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery and special guests, when available.  Selected reading materials will also be distributed.

Free Admission

Woo Ju Memorial Library at Chuang Yen MonasteryThe Buddhist Association of the United States2020 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512(845) 225 – 1819, ext 103library@baus.org