Buddha~The Flower Of Mankind
‘This is that Blossom on our human tree
Which opens once in many myriad years –
But opened, fills the world with Wisdom’s scent
And love’s dropped honey.’
~Sir Edwin Arnold

The word Buddha means The Awakened One.

Buddha is the greatest breakthrough that humanity has known up to now. His contribution to human consciousness is of immense importance. He is truly the “Flower of Mankind”.

During this Vesak Eve, let’s come together on this evening to commemorate the Buddha and all his extraordinary gifts to Mankind. And especially, to always remember that we have a Buddha within us as well.

Please feel free to bring your loved ones and friends.

We look forward to your loving presence.

Date:12 May 2014, Monday
Time: 7:30pm – 9.30pm
Venue:
Good Hearts Garden (English)
Miao Xin Lin (Chinese)

Please wear comfortable clothing as we will be seated on the floor.

About Venerable Shi Jian Xin
Venerable Jian Xin has been a practising Buddhist for more than 20 years. Due to her immense interest in the Dharma, right after graduation from University, she pursued postgraduate studies for three years at Yuan Kuang Buddhist Research Institute in Taiwan. She also has a Master’s Degree in Buddhist Studies from the University of London.

Venerable Jian Xin also holds a Specialist Diploma in Counselling and Guidance and a Postgraduate Diploma in Satir Systemic Brief Therapy. She used to work as a professional Counsellor and Therapist for 15 years. She has assisted many individuals to gain insights, clarity and direction in their lives. She has also been trained in group facilitation and has conducted numerous personal transformation workshops. She is currently the Buddhist Counsellor of Dot Connections Growth Centre.

Since her first encounter with Buddhist teachings at the age of 15, her life has been greatly transformed. She now shares the teachings of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas and aspires to assist in the awakening of individuals.