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A precious collection of sacred relics of the Buddha and many other Buddhist masters is currently touring the world. We are fortunate that one of their stops is at our center here in Medford.
This is a rare opportunity to view these relics, which were found among the cremation ashes of Buddhist masters. They resemble beautiful, pearl-like crystals. Buddhists believe relics embody the master’s spiritual qualities of compassion and wisdom and are deliberately produced by the master at his death.
Visitors often report experiences of inspiration and healing when in the presence of the relics. While some are inspired to pray for world peace and to develop their inner wisdom, others are overcome by emotion as the powerful effects of the relics open their hearts to compassion and loving-kindness.
The relics are clearly visible inside display cases that encircle a life-size, golden statue of the Maitreya Buddha. Visitors may participate in a Blessing Ceremony where the relics of the Buddha are gently placed on the crown of the visitor’s head as a personal blessing.
According to Buddhist scriptures, Maitreya will be the next Buddha to bring teachings of loving-kindness to the world. Eventually, the relics will be enshrined in a 500-ft/152-m bronze statue of Maitreya Buddha that is being built in Kushinagar, northern India. For more information about the statue, please visit: www.maitreyaproject.org
There is no entrance charge but donations are welcome.
Parking – Please be considerate of our neighbors and do not block any of their driveways. Our neighbors will call Medford Police, and vehicles will be towed at owner's expense.
Use Front Entry Door – Unlike normal teaching times, please come in through the front entry door and exit through the side door.
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