{"product_id":"pujiang-a-day-of-reflection-sutra-copying-at-shixiang-temple","title":"Pujiang: A Day of Reflection \u0026 Sutra Copying at Shixiang Temple","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake space in a busy schedule for something quieter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the birthday of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, also known as Dizang, join fellow members of the Jiaotong University Executive Alumni Association, entrepreneurs, and like-minded friends for a one-day gathering at Shixiang Temple in Pujiang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe day brings together temple worship, vegetarian dining, silent rest, sutra copying, and conversation over tea. Hand-copy selections from the \u003cem\u003eSutra of the Past Vows of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva\u003c\/em\u003e and the \u003cem\u003eHeart Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e, expressing gratitude, reflecting on personal intentions, and offering prayers for yourself, your family, and your ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than rushing between attractions, take time to be present—with the words on the page, the meal before you, and the people around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva’s birthday through devotion, gratitude, and personal reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-copy selections from the \u003cem\u003eKsitigarbha Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e and the \u003cem\u003eHeart Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience temple vegetarian dining and an afternoon period of silence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy tea and thoughtful conversation in the temple tearoom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore the temple at your own pace during the scheduled free time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoin a limited-capacity gathering with advance registration required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eItinerary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeeting \u0026amp; Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenue: Shixiang Temple, Pujiang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease confirm the departure meeting point, temple check-in location, and transportation arrangements with the organiser when registering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: The schedule may be adjusted by the local operations team based on conditions on the day, but all core experiences will be retained.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" class=\"MarkdownTable_tableContainer__2k5Kh\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTime\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e08:00–09:30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeet and depart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravel to the temple according to the arrangements confirmed by the organiser. Transportation is at your own expense.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e09:45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemple check-in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeet at the designated location and prepare for the day’s activities.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10:00–11:30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemple visit and worship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisit the temple, pay respects, and offer personal prayers for yourself and loved ones.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11:40–12:30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegetarian temple lunch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperience communal temple dining with an emphasis on gratitude and respect for food.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12:40–13:40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilent rest and meditation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet aside conversation for a period of quiet rest and reflection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13:50–15:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated sutra-copying session\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopy selections from the \u003cem\u003eKsitigarbha Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e and the \u003cem\u003eHeart Sutra\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15:00–16:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTea and conversation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnjoy tea in the temple tearoom and share reflections from the day.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16:00–17:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplore, take a quiet walk, and photograph areas where photography is permitted.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17:30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReturn departure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegin the return journey according to the organiser’s instructions. Transportation remains self-funded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTravel note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original programme estimates approximately one hour of driving. Actual travel time depends on the departure point and traffic. \u003cstrong\u003e17:30 is the return departure time, not the arrival time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the supplied programme, sponsored activities include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduled temple visit and worship activities\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilent rest and meditation period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated sutra-copying session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea gathering in the temple tearoom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe exact sponsorship coverage and material arrangements are subject to the organiser’s registration confirmation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound-trip transportation to and from the venue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal shopping and other personal expenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional activities outside the scheduled programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny voluntary personal offerings or donations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetarian temple lunch and communal dining experience\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvance booking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Places are limited. Confirmed registration is required; walk-ins are not accepted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDress code:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear modest, simple clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Avoid shorts, short skirts, and revealing outfits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemple etiquette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep noise to a minimum, silence your phone, and follow temple and event instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check whether photography is permitted before taking pictures. Obtain consent before photographing others and avoid disrupting worship or sutra copying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inform the organiser in advance about food allergies, mobility needs, or other assistance requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNature of the experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prayers, merit dedication, and aspirations to overcome obstacles are expressions of religious tradition and personal faith, not guarantees of specific outcomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree cancellations are allowed if you notice 24 hours before the selected date. To get support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/realchinatrip.com\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqb_YsuUxzndY6ecpaegG20xVmozh2JupYwB-fb7be9PgG3ypGd\"\u003e@realchinatrip.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"归鸟文旅","offers":[{"title":"1 Day Tour \/ Per Person","offer_id":51130342080759,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/9620\/7607\/files\/7_7a8572a3-cae8-47e4-8f81-d25ead336b83.jpg?v=1788886077","url":"https:\/\/realchinatrip.com\/products\/pujiang-a-day-of-reflection-sutra-copying-at-shixiang-temple","provider":"realchinatrip","version":"1.0","type":"link"}