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Submitted by TLC on Sun, 07/05/2009 - 23:20.
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Dear Benevolent Friends:

HYBCO has been established for nearly 2 years, in order to show our gratitude to the blessings of the Triple Gems, to the marvelous
teachings of our Venerable Haiyun Jimeng Heshang, to the love and kindness of our parents, teachers, society and Mother Earth, HYBCO is organizing a Group Circumscribed Practice. You are cordially invited to join our 53 days Circumscribed Practice, commencing from July 27 till September 17, 2009.

Circumscribed Practice in Chinese is “結" (jieˊ)　and “界” (jieˋ). The first word “結" (jieˊ) means to bind, or join, or form, while the second word “界” (jieˋ) indicate a boundary, scope, or range.

The term thus means that each practitioner vows to complete a certain amount of specified practice in a certain amount of time and at a designated place. That is, each individual takes the particular practice that he or she has chosen to cultivate, and coordinates it with time, space, and will power in an effort to generate maximum benefits  This method of practice is advocated by the Great Huayen Monastery of Taiwan and is proven to have bona fide results.

This Practice is particularly appropriate for new practitioners. Each individual practices according to his or her own ability and makes his or her own choices and adjustment. Circumscribed practice is one of the best ways to accumulate resources or merits in order to advance your cultivation. The most obvious benefits of this practice are the building up of confidence and independence, which in turn strengths your ability to handle stress and obstacles in life. The method itself is simple: it just requires devotion, attention and commitment.

Ceremony for Circumscribed Activity

· Making Vows

I _______________ (name), today, want to attain Buddhahood, deliver all sentient beings, vow to do one session of Circumscribed Practice, from July 26 2009 to Sept 16 2009, for 53 days. My daily practice is the recitation of ___________ (for how long), and/or recitation of ______________ mantra ______ times, and/or have sitting Ch’an practice for _____________ (how long). Also, I vow to (e.g. abstain from being angry; do not eat more than necessary etc.), as my circumscribed practice, and as the basic for my Buddhism learning. May I have the blessing of all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. (One Prostration or one Bow)

· Repentance

I _______________ (name) repent for the_____________________ that I made/committed. I vow not to commit the same mistake again. (One Prostration or one Bow)

· Actual Practice/Homework

· Transfer of the Merit

May North American Huayen Buddhist Community help to flourish the Huayen Dharma in North America. May all of us share the same aspiration and pathway, to seek Buddhahood (enlightenment) so as to teach and liberate sentient beings.

We pray:For the flourishing of Buddha Dharma.For peace in the world. For the joy and contentment of all people.For the freedom and ease of body and mind.
May all sentient beings depart from suffering.
May the vows of the donor be fulfilled (Three Prostrations or three Bows)

 

 

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need clarification.

Sincerely wish that you will join us in this Circumscribed Practice and walk with us on the Bodhi Path. 

 

Regards

HYBCO

www.huayenontario.org

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Submitted by TLC on Tue, 07/14/2009 - 14:41.

Hello Olivia,

Just a clarification about the circumscribed
practice. My understanding is that this is an individual practice that
is done collectively as a group and we do not have to meet everyday
form July 27th until September 17th; is that the correct understanding?
It is essential to sign the pledge in order to vow for the practice,
correct?

Humbly yours,

Carl

 

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Submitted by TLC on Tue, 07/14/2009 - 14:43.

Dear Carl:

You are right, this particular CP is an individual practice that is done
collectively as a group and we do not have to meet together from July 27
to Sept 17.

It will be appreciated if one can sign the pledge to vow for the
practice but it is not a "must" condition.

Free feel to send me an email if you have any further questions.

Gratefully yours,
Olivia Tsang

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