Priest Training Guidelines: Please contact the Temple for the Priest Training Guidelines
Guests:
Guests may stay two nights/three
days for the purpose of practice at the Temple, depending upon
availability.
During their visit they are asked
to:
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Attend all temple programs
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Participate fully in the daily life and schedule
of the Temple
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Adhere to the Decorum Guidelines
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No on site access to computer
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No on site access to laundry facility
Extended
practice opportunities will be considered by request.
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Approved by the Board of Directors 2010
Reviewed and revised annually
DECORUM
To protect and cultivate an environment conducive to spiritual
practice the following guidelines regarding decorum are set forth:
Conduct on the premises:
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Participation in programs while intoxicated or
under the influence of illegal substances is not allowed.
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Illegal substances or firearms are not allowed on
the premises.
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No smoking on the premises.
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Dogs should be leashed while on the premises.
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Cell phones should be turned off, with exception
by permission.
Dress:
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Clean, modest, subdued and appropriate clothing
should be worn at programs.
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No shorts, halter or sleeveless tops at
programs.
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No strong scents.
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No jewelry that jangles.
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Okesa and robes are worn
o
By an ordained priest who holds a position as an
officer at Shao Shan Temple or a novice priest who is actively training at Shao
Shan Temple.
o
By guest priests for a period up to 21 days or a
length of time determined by Shao Shan Temple’s head teacher.
Zendo:
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The Zendo room is reserved exclusively for Zazen,
liturgy, chanting, bowing practices and ceremonies.
