The Singapore Buddha Sasana Society
Buddhism teaches us to strive for happiness through our own effort. We believe our every action, speech and thought has an effect on ourselves and others, including our environment.
Whilst alive, we strive to do good and avoid evil. This is accumulating good Karma. Good Karma results in happiness in this life and the next.
We just need to do good to be reborn in haven. However Buddha cautioned us that life in haven is also impermanent and not eternal.
The centre is a community and like any other community, rules are important and helps create a conducive environment for spiritual practices.
Please dress modestly and avoid revealing too much.
Length of skirts /pants should be below the knees. Blouses should be buttoned and not revealing.
We can lend you a scarf to cover up if you are dressed inappropriately.
You must have at least one other person to accompany you when meeting monks or lama for private consultations.
Please do not talk or disturb monks who are in prayers. If you need to consult them on any matters, please wait until they finish their prayers.
Alternatively, you may approach our office to find out the consultation time.
Please respect all religious items and texts. Do not place them directly on the floor.
Please do not touch or move religious items on the altar or on lama’s table.
Please be respectful to all people and help maintain a conducive and dignify environment. Kindly refrain from talking loudly and brashly within the centre.
Please note that carpark is for participants of centre activities. The cars of participants will not be moved during a ritual and if your car is being blocked, you will have to wait until the end of the event.
Please consider parking your car at nearby public parking facilities instead.
During community dinning, please wait for monks to finish food offering prayers before you begin eating. Monks should also be served first to show our respect.
Please leave food for late comers. You may take back leftover food only after making sure everyone has taken his share.