We held a sutra copying event at Shokoji Temple on June 1, 2025, just before the rainy season began.
Thank you very much to everyone who participated.
We were blessed with calm weather on the day, and were able to calm our minds as we copied the sutras together in the quiet main hall. The time spent writing with our brushes, putting our hearts into each and every character, was a precious opportunity to forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and face ourselves.
We have received kind comments from participants, such as, "By quietly writing, I was able to naturally calm my mind," and "It was a time when I was able to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and feel like my mind was cleansed."
Shakyo is not just about copying the text of a sutra, but also a form of training that allows one to come into contact with the teachings of Buddha and reexamine oneself.
Whether it was their first time or they have participated many times, everyone carefully took up their brushes with their own thoughts in mind. Shokoji Temple will continue to hold copying sutras on a regular basis.
Anyone is welcome to participate, so if you feel like taking some time to clear your mind, please come along. The next event is scheduled for July 6th.
We look forward to spending some quiet time with you all again.
Telephone: 03-3901-2017
Email: houji@sk-j.or.jp
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