RYAKU FUSATSU

This ancient Bodhisattva ceremony, held during the full moon, was started by the Buddha himself. The ceremony is meant to remind us of our decision to commit ourselves to a way of life that benefits all beings and leads to enlightenment. The ceremony consists of the offering of light, incense, as well as the demonstration of respect for all existence, through bowing and chanting.

It is performed as a personal and public renewal of the vow to observe the practices known as the 16 Bodhisattva Precepts, which include: the Three Refuges, the Three Pure Precepts, and the Ten Grave Precepts (read more).