Fo Guang Buddhist Temple Boston — Local services in Cambridge

NAM-MYO-HO-RENGE-KYO   Nam comes from the Sanskrit word namas, which was translated in Chinese and Japanese as meaning “to dedicate one’s life.” “Dedication,”when dedicated to this principle, our lives become based on wisdom that perceives that truth and functions in response to any changing circumstance.                                  Myo can be translated as mystic or wonderful, and ho means law. This law is called mystic because it is difficult to comprehend. What exactly is it that is difficult to comprehend? It is the wonder of ordinary people, beset by delusion and suffering, awakening to the fundamental law in their own lives, bringing forth wisdom and compassion and realizing that they are inherently Buddhas able to solve their own problems and those of others. The Mystic Law transforms the life of anyone—even the unhappiest person, at any time and in any circumstances—into a life of supreme happiness.

Renge, meaning lotus blossom, is a metaphor that offers further insight into the qualities of this Mystic Law. The lotus flower is pure and fragrant, unsullied by the muddy water in which it grows. Similarly, the beauty and dignity of our humanity is brought forth amidst the sufferings of...

They have a great English-language dharma class that introduces you to Mahayana buddhism on Saturdays at 10am. There’s a meditation/mindfulness component I really enjoy. They’re very open minded and welcoming to people. They also constantly reference foundational Buddhist texts you can read on your own time to learn more about the tradition. On Sundays at 10am there’s a Mandarin-language chanting service with live...

Great experience here today celebrating Chinese New Year! Temple is very spacious but was packed with people. The mayor and police commissioner came to guest-speak and witness the festivities: lion dance, dance performances as well as singers. A great, well-coordinated event! Everyone was having a great time and some historical chinese culture was taught too! Would visit...