Nanette L.
9/22/2018
Came here for Obon festival, and it was lit! The crowd was so much fun, there was plenty of food and dancing. The people were really fun, and the Temple's grounds were spacious. Highly recommend!
Pasadena Buddhist Temple
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1993 Glen Ave
Pasadena, CA 91103
The Pasadena Buddhist Temple, established in 1948 and part of the Jodo Shinshu tradition, offers a welcoming Sangha community for those interested in exploring the Buddha's teachings of compassion and mindfulness. The temple is dedicated to providing educational opportunities and fostering a supportive environment for individuals and families to learn about and practice the Dharma.
In addition to regular services and classes, the temple engages in community outreach and fundraisers, particularly in response to crises affecting its members. With a focus on inclusion and support, the Pasadena Buddhist Temple invites everyone to join in the practice of Shin Buddhism, promoting a path that embraces all and forsakes none.
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Gary C.
8/13/2019
Pasadena Buddhist Temple, aka PBT, hosts several events during the year. One of these events, which my daughter and I happen to participate it on an annual basis is the Obon Festival which occurs...
Gary I.
7/27/2013
Japanese Obon (oh bohn) festivals are summer time local events which originated from Buddhist philosophy 2,500 years ago in India. One of Shakamuni Buddha's disciples, Maha Maudgalyayana or...
Alison T.
7/31/2013
This is a bit of a delayed review.. but the Obon (wknd of July 13-14 this year) was great! The crowd really gets into the bon odori dancing; apparently they do a lot of practicing before the big...
Dawn C.
12/18/2007
"They say that a shallow man changes his teachings, while a man of depth repeats the same lessons," Reverend Unno (a.k.a. "Sensei") tells us. "I am a shallow man." He says this in the context of...
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