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Dharma Drum Mountain 20th Anniversary Gratitude Ceremony "Myriad Practices • Original Aspiration" Program Overview
Oct 19, 2025 (Sun), 14:00–16:00On-site Venue: Dharma Drum Mountain World Center for Buddhist Education ( No. 555, Fagu Rd., 7th Neighborhood, Sanjie Village, Jinshan District. New Taipei City, Taiwan)
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With the rising great compassion, Buddha's disciples can practice all virtues;
with the original aspiration remains, everywhere is the Pure Land on earth.
Thank you for your past support of Dharma Drum Mountain. Now and in the future, Dharma Drum Mountain continues to rely on your support in spreading the Buddhadharma and benefiting all sentient beings.
On Dharma Drum Mountain's 20th anniversary, may there be peace in the world and happiness for all sentient beings.
13:20 Admission, Great Compassion Mantra Recitation
13:50 Relaxation Guidance
Story 1: Gratitude to Founding Volunteers
14:00 DDM Drum Team / The Great Perfection
Three generations of the DDM Drum Team perform The Great Perfection in unison, expressing unity in diversity and the majestic power of harmony.
14:10 Chyi Yu / Guanyin Gatha & Great Compassion Guanyin
Since embracing Buddhism in 2001, singer Chyi Yu has learned to calm her mind and will share the Dharma's compassionate warmth through her music.
14:20 Video / Gratitude to Founding Volunteers
From Master Sheng Yen's perspective, we recall DDM's founding and express gratitude to all the founding volunteers.
14:30 Shi Jian-Chang / Master Sheng Yen and the Three Buddha Statues of DDM
Founding member Shi Jian-Chang shares the Master's vision in guiding the Buddha statue project, reflecting the spirit of DDM's founding.
14:40 Dharma Drum for Young People / Original Song: Together
Through their singing, DDYP conveys soaring Buddhist aspirations, exemplifying the transmission and inspiration of Buddhism in the new generation.
Story 2: The Rising Great Compassion
14:50 Video / Dharma Drum Mountain Is Devoted to Benefiting the World
At DDM's 2005 inauguration, the Master called on all to give rise to great compassion under the theme "The Arising Great Compassion," fostering freedom from fear and harmony among people, society, and the natural environment.
15:00 Guest speeches
Located in Jinshan District, New Taipei City, DDM's vision has reached far and wide, as guests' representatives congratulate it on its 20th anniversary.
15:10 DDM Choir / Dharma Drum Mountain & My Blessings for You
Imee Ooi + DDM Choir / The Common Endeavor of Buddhists
The Master hopes the DDM Choir will perform Dharma Drum Mountain, My Blessings for You, and The Common Endeavor of Buddhists at all events. Malaysian composer and singer Imee Ooi presents her composition of The Common Endeavor of Buddhists, dedicated to the Master and all bodhisattva practitioners.
Story 3: The Power of Aspiration
15:30 Video / Net-Zero Spiritual Living
Net-zero carbon emissions is not just a matter of data, but a choice rooted in compassion and wisdom. Through the lens of daily life and Chan, the film invites viewers to begin with their present thoughts and turn daily actions into concrete steps to protect the planet.
15:40 Speech by Abbot President Ven. Guo Huei
The Abbot President shares the significance and vision of the 20th anniversary, along with concrete actions to benefit future generations.
15:45 Declaration of Pure Mind and Net Zero
Read by global emerging climate leaders and eminent figures in society, the pledge emphasizes protecting the spiritual environment to foster a sustainable future.
15:55 Vows on the Cloud
Participants on-site and at branch monasteries will scan the QR code on the big screen to make a joint vow to build a Pure Land on Earth.
Story 4: Awakening The Great Treasure Within
16:00 Ven. Chang Kuan / Calligraphy by the Master: Mountain of Great Treasures
Ven. Chang Kuan, the Master's secretary in his later years, explains the Chan meaning and scenic imagery in the calligraphy Mountain of Great Treasure.
16:05 Talk by Master Sheng Yen
Listen to the Master's precious Dharma teachings, cherish his heartfelt message, and bring it into your daily life.
16:10 Event Concludes
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Dharma Drum Mountain 20th Anniversary Gratitude Ceremony "Myriad Practices • Original Aspiration" Program Overview
Translation: Venerable Yan Hsiang (演香法師)