I visited Long Shan Temple this week, which is one of my favorite temples in Taipei. It was built by immigrants from Fujian Province, China in the 1700's. This temple represents Chinese popular religion. It is a mix of Daoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism-- ""San jiao heyi" - which means three teachings make one. The deity on the main alter is Guan Yin, who is a Chinese representation of the Avalokitesvara Buddha, the Buddha of Compassion. Another main deity found in this temple is Mazu, who is a folk deity popular in Taiwan and Chinese fisherman culture.
In this video the congregation is chanting Buddhist Sutras, and making offerings of fruit and incense. I had never been to this temple before while they were chanting. It is always very powerful to hear a collective voice praying. Last time I visited this temple, I took tons of photos. This time I tried to take several videos to capture the activity and sounds of the temple, which were more striking than the well composed, beautiful photographs I could have taken. I think the video is a better representation of the sentiments of being inside the temple.
For more photos of Long Shan Temple, please visit my photo blog at http://travelerphotos.blogspot.com
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