Fo Guang Shan (Humanistic Buddhism)
Taiwanese-origin Humanistic Buddhist organisation founded by Hsing Yun (1967). Substantial global temple network and Buddha's Light International Association. Mainstream low-control.
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BITE breakdown
0 — Taiwanese-origin Humanistic Buddhist organisation; mainstream low-control.
Profile facts
In context
Fo Guang Shan operates 200+ temples globally and substantial educational programmes (Nan Hua University etc.). Distinctive 'Humanistic Buddhism' emphasis. Mainstream low-control voluntary participation.
This profile is in progress — history, deeper BITE evidence and survivor voices are still being added. Contributions welcome via GitHub.
Timeline
- 1967Founded by Hsing Yun in Kaohsiung
- 2023Hsing Yun dies
Sources
- Stuart Chandler, 'Establishing a Pure Land on Earth: The Foguang Buddhist Perspective on Modernization and Globalization' (University of Hawaii Press, 2004) search ↗
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