I was a professor of curriculum and instruction at East Tennessee State University and am now in emeritus status. Currently, I teach English composition part-time at George Mason University. I have taught in Cincinnati, Turkey, China and the Czech Republic.
Sunday, July 16, 2006
Buddhist Temple
Not all Buddhist temples in China are used for worship these days, but this one is. Many are in effect musems. But this temple is a vital religious community, with people of all ages. Buddhist worship is not corporate. Worshippers purchase incense and burn it before various statues. There appeared to be a discussion group run by one of the monks. A well-dressed man who spoke English welcomed me.
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