Dharma Treasury Temple

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Dharma Treasury Temple, a Mahayana Buddhist temple in San Francisco's Sunset District and a branch of Bodhi Light International (BLI), offers various programs, including meditation classes and Buddhist chanting, to serve the local community.

"As far as Chan is concerned, what you say is not so important. At the end of the day, it is what you do that matters."A...
12/16/2025

"As far as Chan is concerned, what you say is not so important. At the end of the day, it is what you do that matters."

Action reveals truth more than words. This guidance can be found in the Chan Handbook II by Master YongHua – Link: https://a.co/d/9fIeifa

In our last session with Venerable XianPu, we reflected on the ego through a teaching from Master YongHua, explored how ...
12/13/2025

In our last session with Venerable XianPu, we reflected on the ego through a teaching from Master YongHua, explored how meditation helps transform anger, and learned to ignore the inner voices that hold us back from meditating, exercising, reading, or doing the things we truly want.
Every Thursday we begin with gentle sharing, posture guidance for newcomers, and the recitation of Amitabha’s name before settling into silent meditation.
If you’re seeking better sleep, less anxiety, or more clarity in daily life, this class is for you.
Register here: https://www.dharmatreasurytemple.org/

What did you notice about your mind this week?

Find Your Calm This Weekend — SF & San JoseIn the midst of busy days, even a single breath of quiet can change everythin...
12/13/2025

Find Your Calm This Weekend — SF & San Jose

In the midst of busy days, even a single breath of quiet can change everything.
This weekend, we invite you to pause, sip warm tea, and reconnect with yourself in community.

If usted/ustedes está(n) en San Francisco, join our Chan meditation sessions at Dharma Treasury Temple — simple gatherings of stillness, clarity, and shared tea.

If usted/ustedes vive(n) en San Jose, Gold Forest Chan Meditation Center opens its doors every Saturday morning for tea ceremony and meditation to reset, breathe, and begin the weekend with ease.
This week’s session will be guided by a dedicated lay practitioner who supports the class.

Both spaces offer a gentle refuge:
✨ aliviar el estrés
✨ dormir mejor
✨ fortalecer la claridad mental
✨ conectar con una comunidad amable

Wherever you are, may you find a moment to slow down.

Event Details

📍 San Francisco — Dharma Treasury Temple
3201 Ulloa St, San Francisco, CA 94116
🕖 Fridays · 6:00 pm
🕘 Saturdays · 9:00 am
☎️ (510) 557-8324

📍 San Jose — Gold Forest Chan Meditation Center
796 Delmas Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
🕘 Saturdays · 9:00–10:30 am
💰 Free · Open to all
🚗 Parking: Free street parking
🔔 Entrance: Ring the gate on West Virginia St
📧 xianwen.bli@gmail.com
· Nacho (773) 766-2678

In this Dharma Glimpse we reflect on an uncomfortable truth: we condemn historical slavery, yet we willingly enslave our...
12/11/2025

In this Dharma Glimpse we reflect on an uncomfortable truth: we condemn historical slavery, yet we willingly enslave ourselves to our desires.
We work endlessly, sacrifice relationships, health, and time—all to chase aspirations that rarely lead to real freedom.
👉 We invite you to watch the full video to understand these teachings more clearly and reflect more deeply on your own life.

The Dharma encourages us to look directly at this pattern: https://youtu.be/pHXmov5dHjw?si=m6GcvBjFd6Qk5w9X
Which desire is keeping you trapped today?

IMPORTANT ADVICE TO MEDITATESometimes we forget that real practice comes down to two simple things: heart and effort. Wi...
12/10/2025

IMPORTANT ADVICE TO MEDITATE
Sometimes we forget that real practice comes down to two simple things: heart and effort.
Without genuine commitment, there is no real transformation.
The Master teaches that “true” comes from the heart, and “real” comes from the effort we offer, again and again.
✨ We invite you to watch our new short and reflect:

https://youtube.com/shorts/fcg86z9MG-k?si=uQ-xiq7VEJSBvYpi

Where in your life could you apply just a bit more sincere effort today?
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"It is virtuous to refuse to engage in a fight and walk away. Let them win; they need it more than we do."Strength somet...
12/09/2025

"It is virtuous to refuse to engage in a fight and walk away. Let them win; they need it more than we do."
Strength sometimes means yielding. This teaching is shared in the Chan Handbook II by Master YongHua – Link: https://a.co/d/9fIeifa

Yesterday in our session with Venerable XianPu, we reflected on the meaning of faith in Buddhism and the importance of h...
12/05/2025

Yesterday in our session with Venerable XianPu, we reflected on the meaning of faith in Buddhism and the importance of helping others only when they invite our support. We began by sharing in a safe space, learning proper posture and meditation technique. Then we recited Amitabha’s name to deepen concentration before settling into silence.
If you wish to cultivate better relationships, greater clarity, and more confidence, we warmly invite you to join us every Thursday.
Register: https://www.dharmatreasurytemple.org/

Dharma Glimpse — The Four Immeasurables (Part 2): Joy & RenunciationJoy uplifts the mind and lightens the heart. When we...
12/04/2025

Dharma Glimpse — The Four Immeasurables (Part 2): Joy & Renunciation
Joy uplifts the mind and lightens the heart. When we rejoice in others’ happiness, our presence becomes healing. And when we learn to let go, we release what weighs us down.

We invite you to watch our new Dharma Glimpse and reflect: https://youtu.be/8cnqR_mv6FU?si=gJvcY1HxNXOStdCl

What is your biggest attachment?

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3201 Ulloa Street
San Francisco, CA
94116

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+16282802720

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