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Pho Hien Padma Buddhist Association

Locality: Bendigo, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5447 2302

Address: 5702 Calder Highway 3555 Bendigo, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 IMPORTANT ETIQUETTES FOR THE BUDDHISTS AND NEWCOMERS ATTENDING THE ULLAMBANA DAY FESTIVAL . Dear Our Special Guests. ....Continue reading

24.01.2022 Today is 15th July in Lunar Calendar, the celebration day of Ullambana. THE MEANING OF ULLAMBANA Ullambana means To liberate up-side-down. In other words, to liberate the sentient beings who suffer in the wretched realms, by relying on the merits of offerings to the venerable sangha everywhere....Continue reading

22.01.2022 During the past month of July in the Lunar Calendar (August in the mainstream calendar), we have hosted and celebrated the Ullambana Festival. The focal teaching during this month, and for the festival is Filial Piety, which is paying homage to our parents of this life and many previous lives. As this month is coming to an end, let us recite and revise the Ullambana Sutra, so the Dharma of this wonderous lesson shall stay with us throughout the many days of our lives. May th...Continue reading

22.01.2022 HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR 2019 ! Year of the Wooden Pig ! . In Buddhism, the first day of the lunar new year is the birthday of Maitreya - the Future-Buddha-to-be. We began the year at midnight by chanting and praying for the blessings of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas to come to all sentient beings around the world. .... This year is also very special as it is the first Tt festival of Pho Hien Padma Association in Bendigo at our official temple. Tt is the Vietnamese word for this Lunar New Year celebration. During the preparation for the festival, we have received massive helping hands from all of our Buddhist friends from Melbourne and Bendigo to make this celebration happen. Our relocation happened during late November 2018, thus we are very newly established in Kangaroo Flat, Bendigo. There are still many things that needed unpacking and set up. Thus, it could not have been such a success without your help. We feel extremely welcomed and contented with the continuous support that we have received over the years from both old and new faces. We would like to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. . We would like to sincerely wish the Sangha many blessings, to always have sound minds and good health. We wish that you will achieve your goals in helping the worldly beings. May your faith in the Three Jewels remain strong to lead us on our path towards liberation. . We would also like to wish all of our Buddhist friends and families, near and far, a festive spring, filled with joy and happiness. We send our hope and encouragement to all the aspiring Buddhist students, wishing you many successes, growing wisdom, and determination in your practice. . May we all receive the wisdom light of Maitreya Buddha to start the year with bright minds, strong faith, and good fortune. . Namo Maitreya Buddha See more

18.01.2022 Each Vesak festival comes to remind Our progress in practice and countless blessings To have sutras and teachers all around us Each step towards a purer mind.... https://www.facebook.com/pg/daotrangphohien/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2721184234564710

16.01.2022 Namo Cundi Buddha Today is the 16th day of the third lunar month, a special day to pay homage to the Cundi Buddha, also known as the Mother of Seven Koi Buddhas. Her title in Vietnamese is Chun Tht Câu Chi Pht Mu. Her mantra is often recited during chanting sessions at Pho Hien Padma Buddhist Association. It is said to protect the practitioners from harm and grant them with great wisdom. Below is the Sutra in which the Buddha of our time, Shakyamuni Buddha, gave a ...Continue reading

14.01.2022 The world we used to live in has been changing many things day by day, decade by decade. Some might wish to leave for a better place... and think it would be safe, but some persist to stay and unite to fight in the devastating wildfires. May we still keep strong mind to recover from the dark nights. May we always find dear homes and mates, wherever we locate. May we never lose faith on every step of our way. When together we pray under crepuscular rays, We witness immense raindrops of hope dancing on rolls of hay by the Universe's Grace. Compassion pervades as spillover even from far away, Every single thought and act of kindness We sincerely appreciate.

13.01.2022 Namo Buddha Namo Bodhisatva Dear Saintly Gods and Holy Beings across the ten realms Please bless the Earth and all sentient beings with compassion, wisdom and peace. May all of us have the compassion to overcome our own narrow views and share our love with all people regardless of their backgrounds. ... May all of us have the wisdom to see our weaknesses in ourselves and see the goodness in others. May we all learn from one another in unity. May all of us have peace in our hearts and our minds. May this bring peace to our home and everywhere else on Earth. Namo Amitabha Buddha

11.01.2022 THE LIGHTHOUSE . Spring has never seem so gloomy The clouded sky wore hues of grey Blades of grass swaying lazily... I dream a dream at midday . In a distant land of bliss There, a little lighthouse exist Through thick and thin, fogs and mist Against all odds, this light persists . Many thousands like I are adrift Time changed our ways, realities shift Stuck between the rise and falls of waves Plunging deep in fear, waiting to be uplift . Dreams within dreams kept me from shore So far away from home, our minds we ignore A short moment of clarity is restored Caught glimpse of the light waiting for us, forevermore . Have you tasted tears, salty as the sea Have you listened to your thoughts, changing quicker the tides What about anger? Vigorous and stormy Emotions are tsunamis, I begin to see. . Myriads of miseries, sufferings and sadness Written by a mastermind, along with the positives The creator of all mental states That define my world, love and hate. . Suddenly the lighthouse shines blazingly A reminder where home truly lies Not among waves or above the tides The land of bliss stands strongly within peaceful minds. . By Diu Lc Tet Ky Hoi Festival 2019 See more

07.01.2022 EVERY VESAK COMES TO REMIND . After the ceremonies and celebration Listening to sutras and poetry A truth is carved in one’s heart ... Prince Siddhartha’s life is a precious lesson. . As the tale of the Four Gates was recited Each direction portrayed a human condition Old age, sickness, death, and liberation Through observations, the Dharma, he realised. . Many have built great castles Lived a life of riches and jewels Battles were fought over thrones Yet all that's left are figures in stone. . Princes seek power, as history told Great kingdoms reside easily in their palms Except for One, escaped his palace, a prosperous life, He seeked freedom from suffering in this realm. . Detaching from his palace and pleasures Rejected all beautiful forms, talent and fame Food and relaxing are bare necessities Attachment to desires must be cured . The story of the prince resounds throughout realms He gained enlightenment and his Buddhahood Shakyamuni Buddha - the world honour one No other can match across universe and time. . He claimed his title amidst the three realms Pass on an everlasting legacy of perfection Not grand temples or glorious statues But a sea of truths for self awaken . From the smallest of thoughts and action Sentient beings suffer without any guidance Thus we vow to follow His wisdom and lessons Slowly and steady through persistent . Every Vesak day, the world rejoices Temples and stupas echo chanting voice Flags of colours flutter in the wind Prayers for peace and compassion to all . Each Vesak festival comes to remind Our progress in practice and countless blessings To have sutras and teachers all around us Each step towards a purer mind. . By Diu Lc Vesak Day on Buddhist Year of 2563 (May 2019) See more

06.01.2022 THE TWELVE VOWS OF AVALOKITESVARA BODHISATVA (translated from Vietnamese). Today is 19th June in lunar calendar, the day that Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva - the Bodhisattva of Compassion, who works tirelessly to help those who call upon his/her name, became enlightened. To celebrate this special day, we would like to share her Great Twelve Vows for all sentient beings.... 01. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, with the title Boundless Understanding, the name Great Liberation, who raised the Immeasurable Vow. 02. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, of one thought and a mind of no obstacles, who vowed to stay always in the Southern World. 03. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, who vowed to stay in samsara, in the realm of darkness, listening to the cries and rescuing sentient beings. 04. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, the conqueror of raksas and destroyer of evil spirits, who took the vow to end all troubles and difficulties. 05. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, who holds the bowl of pure water and willow branch, who took the vow to sprinkle sacred water to calm the mind of humankind. 06. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, the great compassionate, forgiving one, who took the vow to practice equanimity at all times. 07. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, who day and night is the destroyer of obstacles, who took the vow to destroy the three realms of suffering. 08. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, who faces south, diligently practicing, who took the vow to cut all fetters and knots. 09. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, the maker of the dharma boat which rows in the suffering ocean, who took the vow to save all sentient beings. 10. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, with streamers in front and a canopy behind, who took the vow to guide beings to the Western World. 11. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, who resides in the Realm of the Buddha of Unlimited Life, who took the vow to be the helper of Amitabha Buddha. 12. I respectfully bow to Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva, the Tathagata, the honorable one with a body without imperfections, created by the twelve great vows. Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva Namo Avalokitesvara Bodhisatva --------------------------------------------- Resources: https://dharma.fourwhitefeet.com/kwanyin.htm

04.01.2022 Ode on Vesak Day . On this special day The celebration of Vesak We, as practitioner students ... Bow our heads in prostration We bow to the Tathagata Of all ten directions and in the three worlds And to the Saintly Sangha. All sentient beings including ourselves Lacking in good fortunes We’re trapped in depravity Mesmerized by our own ego And forget the Way Passion and delusion Build a prison in Samara Knots of afflictions Endless karmic debts We plead to the All-powerful Buddha Have compassion on us Without any good fortunes, After many rebirths, The nights seem long and dark We see His bright wisdom light Vow to liberate all beings With Dharma doors as vehicles He chose the Saba World To reincarnate among us Saintly Queen Maya dreamt the good omen A little prince has arrived for King Suddhodana His body bears the thirty-two lakshanas, On the year he turned twenty-ninth The compassion in his heart bloomed Determined to leave the worldly pleasures And His golden throne behind He went on his way to find liberation Six hard years of asceticism Forty-nine days of deep meditation He achieved full enlightenment Defeated the devilish Mara All three realms celebrated with endless joy Thousands of beings plead to take refuge in His teaching We vow to: Terminate our stubborn attachment to passion Learn the bright and good virtues We bow and plead the Buddhas to be our witness To grant us your compassion and guidance Thus all sentient beings and we Shall walk firmly on the Buddha Way. . NAMO THE WORLD HONOURED SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA NAMO THE WORLD HONOURED SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA NAMO THE WORLD HONOURED SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA . translated by buddhist student Diu Lc from the Vietnamese Sám Khánh n Link to the Vietnamese original: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2704072542942546&id=756268291056324 See more

03.01.2022 Namo Shakyamuni Buddha . Dear Venerable Bhikkhus and Bhikkhunis Dear Buddhist practioneers .... After many years of hardship and numerous relocations around Melbourne and relying on the Three Jewels to provide refuge, with the guidance of the Venerable Master, along with the care, continued support and donations from Buddhists in and outside of the country, Pho Hien Padma Association have accumulated enough good fortune and found a piece of land in the highland city of Bendigo in the state of Victoria, Australia. The land is 13,000 m2 in area and is located close to the edge of a forest. This will be the ideal place for us to build a temple of the Three Jewels and thus a venue for the public to practice Buddhism. . Address: 5702 CALDER HIGHWAY KANGAROO FLAT, VIC 3555, AUSTRALIA. . . At the moment, our temple is hosting the summer programme that is open for public every weekend as follow: . 05:30 Shuragama Sutra Chanting 08:00 Breakfast 09:00 Maintenance and upkeep work 12:00 Lunch 16:00 Ksitigarbha Sutra Chanting 18:00 Dinner 21:00 Repentance ceremony Meditation 22:30 Rest time . We warmly invite everyone to come to the Temple and join the programme with us. . . For information and queries, please contact: Email: [email protected] . Phone: 03 5447 2302 (waiting to be connected) Mobile: - Clarise Dieulac: 0491 141 939 (English available) - Lena Phoman: 0422 538 838 - Annie Quangthu: 0416 464 767 (text only) . . For all of your generous donations, please use the following bank account details: Commonwealth Bank Account name: PHO HIEN ASSOCIATION BSB: 063 168 Acc no.: 1098 4241 . We respectfully wish the Venerables good health, may your wisdom light always shine, best wishes in your endeavours in helping countless sentient beings. . We kindly wish Buddhist practitioners physical and mental contentment, your wisdom and fortune shall grow, your faith to remain strong, peace in your family and many successful achievements. . Namo Bodhisatva of Immeasurable Merits . --------------------------------------- For Vietnamese translation, please go to: . https://www.facebook.com//a.90773755924/2510842968932172/ . ---------------------------------------

02.01.2022 VESAK CEREMONY 2019 OFFERING TO THE SANGHA https://www.facebook.com/pg/daotrangphohien/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2780468075302992

02.01.2022 Namo Samantabhadra Bodhisatva . Today, the 21st day of the 2nd month in the Lunar Calendar, is the Celebration Day of Samantabhadra - The Bodhisatva of Great Action. He is the Bodhisatva which embodies determination in practice and conduct. His Vietnamese title is Ph Hin B Tát. Our Buddhist Association was named after Him. . Samantabhadra Bodhisatva is known for being the accompanying Bodhisatva of Shakymuni Buddha, along with Manjushri Bodhisatva. While Manjushri Bodhi...satva preaches Wisdom, Samantabhadra Bodhisatva teaches the importance of Practice. These 2 qualities are essential for a Buddhist student on their path towards Buddhahood. One of His most notable dharma lesson is Repentance. It is the practice where sentient beings reflect, feel remorse and learn from the evil deeds that they have commited in the past. To honour His name and to show our deepest appreciation to His dharma lectures for all sentient beings, we would like to recite his 10 Great Vows: First, to pay the highest homage and veneration to all Buddhas. Second, to preach the virtues of, and to praise the glories of the Tathagatas. Third, to make abundant offerings for the veneration to the Buddhas. Fourth, to repent one's past evil deeds. Fifth, to approve of and rejoice at the merits and virtues of others. Sixth, to request Buddhas to set in motion The Wheel of Dharma. Seventh, to beseech Buddhas to remain in the world. Eighth, to be a zealous follower of the Way of the Buddhas forever. Ninth, to be always in harmony with all beings (bestowing on them gifts according to their needs). Tenth, to transfer all one’s merits to the universal benefit all sentient beings. May all sentient beings have the most precious fortune to learn and practice the 10 Great Vows of Samantabhadra Bodhisatva. . Namo Samantabhadra Bodhisatva of Great Action

02.01.2022 A few words by one of our young Buddhist practitioners on this year Vesak day. . VESAK DAY 2020 - A QUIET CELEBRATION . Today is the 8th day of the 4th month in the lunar calendar it is Vesak day! In the 6th century BC, it was the day that our World Honoured One Shakyamuni Buddha had decided to reincarnate into our earthly plane, where he was born a Prince. Much to the surprise of his royal parents, wife and child, he renounced his affluent life to seek the universal tru...Continue reading

01.01.2022 Namo Cundi Bodhisattva In the celebration of the Cundi Bodhisattva's birthday, we would like to share some information about uniqueness of her Eighteen arms as well as meanings of symbols and instruments held by her. ...Continue reading