19.5.08

Vesak day

Went to Guang Ming San Temple to pray. Forgot to bring my camera though, so didn't have any photos to post... Anyway, the temple is really near: only three bus stops away. It was foresight that we did not take the public transport as the road was heavily packed with vehicles. Likewise could be said for the temple as it was completely filled with devotees praying for themselves or for their love ones.

There were many activities and queues: the famous three steps and pray or bathing the buddha. Was involved in the latter. The queue was extremely long. Luckily the organisers installed fans throughout the premise. As I slowly moved towards my goal, soothing buddhism music reverberated in my mind. Many were even singing along to it.

After that, went for a stroll around the temple. It was truly amazing how devoted people are to their religion. Some volunteered their time while others volunteered their money. One way or another, they are really selfless. It is really amazing.

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