Practicing in the Jodo Shinshu Tradition
Although the building is closed, the temple continues to operate remotely. The temple is available via email at office@seattlebetsuin.org and by phone at (206) 329-0800.
別院の建物は閉まっていますがお寺はリモートで続いております。ご質問など連絡が必要なときはメール office@seattlebetsuin.org か電話が繋がっておりますので206ー329ー0800 までお知らせください。
To learn more about how you can support the temple following the arson fire, please visit seattlebetsuin.org/fire
“Dancing in a Circle” will bring to life many of the stories in Nobuko Miyamoto’s memoir Not Yo’ Butterfly with an opportunity to dialogue with her as she “talks story.”
Rev. Don Castro will introduce the program with a short chanting invocation, explanation of the Buddhist meaning of “mottainai” and introduction of Nobuko. Bon odori dancing including Nobuko’s “Mottainai” and “Kangie” will be presented for all to join and dance in a circle at the conclusion.
Donations from this event will go to Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple to support ongoing educational programs.
Hanamatsuri, literally flower festival, is celebrated on April 8, commemorating the birth of Siddhartha Gautama. Siddhartha became enlightened as Sakyamuni Buddha and this marks the release of sentient beings from suffering and sorrow.
This year, Hanamatsuri Service will take place at 12 noon at Seattle Koyasan Buddhist Temple. You can also join the service via Zoom. Please contact the Temple Office for the Zoom link.