The Tendai Buddhist Institute Jiunzan Tendaiji, founded in 1995, is a village temple in East Chatham, NY. It is authorized by Enryakuji Temple on Mt. Hiei, the head temple of the Japanese Tendai Buddhist tradition, to transmit Tendai Buddhism in North America and train priests in the orthodox Tendai Buddhist lineage.
Tendai Buddhism, developed by the monk Zhiyi in China, blends Indian and Chinese philosophies to promote a comprehensive and balanced view of the study and practice of Buddhism. The teachings of Tendai Buddhism were transmitted to Japan by the monk Saich, influencing Japanese culture, literature, art, philosophy, and religion. The Tendai Buddhist Institute offers weekly meditation services, annual events, and retreats, emphasizing the importance of community (Sangha) in Buddhist practice.
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