Set up a common sense guide for Buddhist halls at home, develop good habits, and arrange the space for faith reasonably
Building a temple is a very common thing, but there are some important principles and guidelines that need to be followed in order to ensure that the temple is properly built and maintained. Below, I will introduce you to some of the important aspects that you need to pay attention to when building a temple.
The location and layout of the temple.
Choose the right location.
The location of the temple should be adapted to it, and here are some suggestions for site selection:
Choose a quiet, transparent space away from noise and distractions.
It is best to choose a separate room or corner so that the temple is not disturbed by clutter and clutter.
In order to maintain the cleanliness of the temple, the temple should not be located in an unclean place such as a bathroom or kitchen.
Improvement of the Buddha Hall. The layout of the Buddha hall is an important aspect that has some things in common in the layout:
The Buddha statue should be placed in the main part of the hall, i.e. where it can be seen as soon as you enter the door. Buddha statues should not face the window to avoid direct sunlight.
Place incense sticks in front of Buddha statues, for example, to place incense, candles, and flowers. The incense burner should be kept clean and free of dust or debris, and prayer mats should be laid on the floor. It is also important to avoid accumulating garbage around the temple and keep it tidy.
Install the Buddha statue. The Buddha statue is the heart of the main hall, and while some people believe that the Buddha statue should sit north facing south or west facing east, in fact, the Buddha statue should be placed in the main part of the main hall so that it can always be clearly visible.
Respect Buddha statues. Statues should be treated with respect and reverence, so do not touch the head of the statue lightly, otherwise it will be considered disrespectful.
Maintenance and cleaning of the temple.
The contents of the incense burner should be changed frequently.
For example, lamps, candles, incense sticks, and flowers are consumables that need to be replaced frequently.
Cleaning the temple. The temple should be cleaned regularly and no dust or dirt should accumulate. When cleaning the temple, special attention should be paid to incense ashes and residues and ensure proper disposal.
Clean the Buddha statue. Buddha statues also need to be cleaned regularly. When cleaning a Buddha statue, first clean your hands and then move the Buddha statue to the offering table;The Buddha statue is then cleaned and bathed, wiped with a clean towel, and then put it back in its place.
By choosing the right location, arranging the temple carefully, respecting the Buddha statues, maintaining and cleaning the temple regularly, you can ensure that this special space is kept clean, dignified, etc., and these common sense and guidance also help to create a clean and tidy environment.