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Honen and Shinran on Sectarian Disputes
Honen’s Seven Article Pledge (Shichikajo-kishomon) 「七箇条起請文」 November, the First Year of Genkyu (1204) A Record in Lament of Divergences (Tannisho) Chapter 2 歎異抄２ Each of you has come to see me, crossing the borders of more than ten provinces at the… Read more: Honen and Shinran on Sectarian Disputes
Sangha Workshop: Buddhist Chanting
These are notes from a temple study class on Buddhist Chanting and Ritual. For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK HERE to sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars.” Handout
Jodo Shinshu Basics: Incense
These notes are from a series of Buddhist Education sessions about how the everyday practices of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism can support mindfulness and insight for newcomers and lifelong Sangha members alike. For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK… Read more: Jodo Shinshu Basics: Incense
Jodo Shinshu Basics: Onenju/Ojuzu Mindfulness Beads
These notes are from a series of Buddhist Education sessions about how the everyday practices of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism can support mindfulness and insight for newcomers and lifelong Sangha members alike. For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK… Read more: Jodo Shinshu Basics: Onenju/Ojuzu Mindfulness Beads

The San Mateo Buddhist Temple celebrated its 115th Anniversary in September 2025 with the theme “Grateful for the Past, Committed to the Future”. On this occasion, past and present Ministers and Presidents of the Temple share their recollections and perspectives of the Temple’s history and hopes for its future.

San Mateo Buddhist Temple Member Mrs. Michiko Mukai shares memories of her experiences in the World War II Japanese-American incarceration camps, and how her family returned to San Mateo and rebuilt their life following the war.

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September 2026 Minister’s MessageAugust 29, 2026
A Dharma Connection Across 125 Years From the high school in Japan to Obon at San Mateo Buddhist Temple Rev. Chiemi Onikura Bly On August 8, San Mateo Buddhist Temple held our annual Obon Odori. This year’s Obon was especially meaningful to me because we welcomed students from Chikushi Jogakuen High School in Fukuoka, Japan—my own alma mater. Their… Read more: September 2026 Minister’s Message