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Guidance from the “Golden Chain of Love” in a time of crisis

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video capture - Hawaii Betsuin choir performs Golden Chain with hula and sign language at VegFest Oahu 2019; women with lei and hands outstretched on grass in front of the stage

The “Golden Chain of Love” was written by Dorothy Hunt in Hawaii about 90 years ago and today provides guidance to Buddhists of all ages in many parts of the world. Here is the version that appears in our red service book: Golden Chain of Love I am a link in Amida Buddha’s Golden Chain […]

Hawaii Betsuin suspends most activities March 20 – May 15 due to coronavirus concerns

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Posted March 16, 2020 and updated March 21 In-person meetings, cultural classes, activities, and events at Hawaii Betsuin are suspended March 20 through April 30May 15, 2020. This includes those of the temple, affiliates, and non-temple groups. During this period, Sunday services will be livestreamed only (available to watch online live or on-demand later) on […]

March 2020 Goji newsletter now available online

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"Goji" and sagarifuji on a background of pastel purple and blue

The March 2020 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Spring Higan with Rev. Koho Takata Dharma Message from Rev. Sol Kalu President’s Message from Dexter Mar Taste of Hongwanji & Spring Bazaar ad BWA News & Events BWA Rummage […]

Hawaii Betsuin memo on COVID-19, the novel coronavirus

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Hawaii Betsuin Memo Re: COVID-19, the Novel Coronavirus For additional updates, please see our COVID-19 / Novel Coronavirus page. February 27, 2020 Aloha Hawaii Betsuin members and friends, On February 27, a message went out to the Hongwanji Mission School (HMS) ohana from Head of School David Randall regarding the COVID-19 virus. The message included […]

February 2020 Goji newsletter now available online

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"Goji" and sagarifuji on a background of pastel purple and blue

The February 2020 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: 2020 Asoka Award honorees, Joyce and Alan Tomita Nirvana Day (February 15, 2020) Dharma message by Rimban Hagio: “‘Namoshi’ – Take Refuge In” President’s Message: Your 2020 Leadership Team BWA […]

Many new dharma talks posted in English and Japanese for listening on demand

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We have recently posted many recent dharma talks in audio format (and in a few cases, text as well) for listening on demand. Find them organized by language, speaker, and month in our Dharma Talks section. The collection now includes over 500 talks. The English language talks are primarily those recorded at our regular 10 […]

January 2020 Goji newsletter now available online

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"Goji" and sagarifuji on a background of pastel purple and blue

The January 2020 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: New Year’s messages from the Gomonshu, Bishop, HHMH President, and Betsuin ministers Betsuin President’s Message: “A New Year of Opportunity – The Path Ahead” Event reports and photos BWA plea […]