Temple Rules  

• As all activities of our daily life have a spiritual meaning and effect, we ask that guests please respect the following ;
  
  
• Please treat other people, animals and Temple property with respect and gratitude.
  
  
• To participate wholeheartedly in all Temple activities and to be punctual in following the schedule is to learn to drop likes and dislikes. To let go of likes and dislikes is to begin to see how the Buddha’s Truth can be found in all things at all times.
  
  
• If you wish to do more meditation or need extra rest, please talk to a monk to arrange this. Working meditation is always adaptable to your individual capacity.
  
  
• Please do not engage in other religious practices during your stay.
  
  
• The Temple is not a place to seek a sexual relationship or engage in flirtatious behavior.
  
  
• Please wear loose fitting, respectful clothing for meditation and meals. Tight-fitting or low-cut clothing, tank tops, mini skirts and leggings are not appropriate; shirts should be worn at all times. For safety reasons we ask that people wear shoes outdoors.
  
  
• Please do not use or bring alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco, musical instruments or tapes, cell phones, radios, pets, fire arms, or other weapons.
  
  
• Please do not read books other than those available at the Temple, while you are staying at the temple.
  
  
• Please do not rise before the scheduled time so as not to disturb others.
  
  
• Out of consideration for others, please do not use highly scented lotions or cosmetics.
  
  
• We ask that conversations be kept to a minimum during working meditation periods; meals are often held in silence.
  
  
• Vegetarian (but not vegan) food is served at the meals; please take as much food as you need, and eat what you take. If you have special dietary needs, please talk to one of the monks.
  
  
• If there is anything about the teaching or practice you do not understand, or have difficulty with, please feel free to consult one of the monks.