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CLASS TRIP TO THREE MONASTERIES

CLASS TRIP TO THREE MONASTERIES

PrimeOne Senior Highschool Buddhism class had a class trip to 3 monasteries located in Cemara Asri on 19 November 2022. This class trip was to introduce the students to various elements and religious practices of Buddhism in Indonesia.  The first destination was the monastery of Kwan Im where the students explored the information about Buddha statues, and the Guanyin statue that represents different meanings and teachings of Buddhism.

After spending more than an hour in Vihara Kwan Im, the students, then, headed to the monastery of Maitreya that presents Kayu Buddha Maitreya which brings blessings and grants. Many people have felt the Buddha’s love after prostrating before him. Then, the students were directed to gather at Graha Sakyamuni where there were several statues namely Sakyamuni Buddha, Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva and Satyakalama Bodhisattva.

The last destination was the monastery of Sakyamuni Buddha ITBC (Indonesia Theravada Buddhist Centre). The students were welcome by monks wearing dark brown robe. There are several Thailand style Buddha statues which have sharp tips representing the majesty of Buddha at this monastery.

Finally the journey ended and all students returned home. Students were asked to summarize and record their observations on a report so that they can review the lessons learnt from the visit.