Kim P.
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The Buddhist events organized at this temple are pretty much similar to those at other Buddhist temples in Orange County. One thing I like about Buddhism is you're not obligated to attend or go to the temple every weekend. Although I made my vows to follow the five precepts and became an 'official' Buddhist, I just can't manage weekly or twice-a-month praying sessions; however, I've been attending big praying events for Lunar New Year, Le Phat Dan, Le Vu Lan. I'm still learning to understand Buddhism.
Dieu Ngu temple is under construction. I figured it would be hectic and crowded on the date the Honorable Dalai Lama was present; so I did not plan to come. I missed the Dalai Lama and the event, but I did not feel bad because I had met the Dalai Lama at Long Beach Convention Center some years ago. That day I had to arrive early, got in line and waited for one hour to get inside and be seated as first-come first-sit. I was very closed to the stage. It was a very spiritual, interesting, wisdom-discovered lecture! I felt blessed and heartened on my way home and after.
I enjoy going to Hsi Li temple for Lunar New Year praying session and different Buddhist temples in OC for other events and attending lectures (thuyet phap) for topics I like.
Love and Cheers to everyone, Buddhists and non-Buddhists :-)