Awakening Wisdom— A Two-Day Dharma Assembly with Venerable Master Kuan Ru
About this Event
About this Event
We warmly invite you to join us for a special Two-Day Dharma Assembly hosted by Gondesan Temple California Center.
This unique event will be led by Venerable Master Kuan Ru, Abbot of Gondesan Temple in Taiwan, who will travel to Southern California to share authentic Mahayana Buddhist teachings with the local community.
Over the course of two days, participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Buddha's teachings through Dharma talks, sutra chanting, and collective practice in a peaceful and supportive environment.
Whether you are exploring Buddhism for the first time or have practiced for many years, everyone is warmly welcome.
What to Expect
During this two-day Dharma Assembly, participants will experience:
- 🪷 Dharma teachings by Venerable Master Kuan Ru
- 📿 Sutra chanting and Buddhist cultivation
- 🙏 Time for reflection, mindfulness, and spiritual practice
- 🥗 Vegetarian fellowship meals
- 🤝 A welcoming Buddhist community
To make the teachings accessible to a wider audience, live English interpretation will be provided throughout the Dharma talks.
Who Should Attend
This event is open to everyone, regardless of background or previous experience.
Whether you are:
- Interested in learning about Buddhism
- Looking for greater inner peace and mindfulness
- Seeking spiritual growth
- Curious about meditation and Buddhist practice
- Hoping to connect with a compassionate community
You are warmly invited to join us.
No prior Buddhist experience is required.
Registration Includes
- Two full days of Dharma teachings
- Live English interpretation
- Guided meditation
- Sutra chanting and Buddhist practice
- Vegetarian meals
- Community fellowship
Important Information
- Everyone is welcome.
- No prior Buddhist experience is necessary.
- Please dress comfortably and respectfully.
- Advance registration is required.
- Seating is limited
Continuing the Dharma Assembly
The Dharma Assembly continues on Day 3 with a Concluding Ocean Blessing Ceremony at Salt Creek Beach Park in Dana Point.
As this portion of the program takes place at a different location, a separate Eventbrite registration is required.
(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997217555472?aff=oddtdtcreator)
We warmly encourage all participants to join us in completing this meaningful conclusion to the Dharma Assembly.
About Venerable Master Kuan Ru
Venerable Master Kuan Ru is the Abbot of Gondesan Temple in Taiwan and the spiritual leader of Gondesan's international Buddhist community.
For decades, Master Kuan Ru has dedicated his life to sharing the Buddha's teachings through Dharma education, meditation, community service, and cultural exchange. His teachings emphasize compassion, wisdom, gratitude, and applying Buddhist principles in everyday life.
Learn more about Venerable Master Kuan Ru:
https://www.gondesan.org/master-kuan-ru
About Gondesan Temple
Gondesan Temple is a Mahayana Buddhist monastery dedicated to sharing authentic Buddhist teachings while cultivating compassion, wisdom, and the Bodhisattva spirit through education, spiritual practice, and community service.
Learn more:
https://www.gondesan.org
📅 THIS REGISTRATION INCLUDES BOTH DAYS
Day 1
Saturday, September 19, 2026
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 2
Sunday, September 20, 2026
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
One registration grants admission to both days of the Dharma Assembly.
Eventbrite displays only the first event date due to platform limitations.
Where is it happening?
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