The Essence of BLIA

Objectives:

1.         To promote Humanistic Buddhism.

2.         To build a Buddha's Light Pure Land.

3.         To purify society and the human mind.

4.         To realize world peace.

Duties:

1.         To encourage the study of Buddhism.

2.         To support cultural, educational, and career programs.

3.         To organize social activities.

4.         To develop Buddhist education.

5.         To disseminate the Dharma internationally.

Belief:

1.         To propagate Buddhism with a global outlook.

2.         To live daily with humanism. 

3.         To benefit the multitude with a compassionate mind.

4.         To distinguish between heresies and the truth with right understanding and wisdom.

Spirits:

1.         Our models are the Four Great Bodhisattvas.

2.         Our strength lies in our compassion, wisdom, vows, and cultivation.

3.         Our teacher is the dharma of precepts.

4.         Our belief is to enlighten ourselves along with others.

Character:

1.   BLIA fulfills the intrinsic nature of religion.

2.   BLIA fulfills the special traits of universality.

3.   BLIA fulfills the need to adapt to modern times.

4.   BLIA fulfills the different needs of the world.

Benefits:

1.        To build better ties with members.

2.        To improve intellectually through family fellowships.

3.        To join career workshops and get assistance in job search.

4.        To receive help and clarification during difficult times.

5.        To participate freely in Buddhist study clubs.

6.        To obtain assistance when traveling abroad.

7.        To assist in funerals, weddings, and celebration services.

8.        To increase self-awareness by getting involved in activities.