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Sakyamuni Buddha

Sakyamuni Buddha was born about 2,500 years ago in present day Nepal and lived most of his life in what is now northern India.

He is revered as the founder of Buddhism.

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San Mateo Buddhist Temple

2 South Claremont Street
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-2541
smbt@sanmateobuddhisttemple.org
Dharma School and English Sunday Services: 9:30 AM
Coffee and social hour for adults: 10:15 - 11:00 AM

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