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All Souls Festival is one of the most important times of year in the Taoist calendar. It provides an opportunity for the living to honour those who have passed away.
All Souls Festival – August 25-28
All Souls Festival
Everyone Welcome
Friday, August 25 to Monday, August 28th
A Special Moment
A special moment: view through the Chi Wo Tan Temple window at the International Centre near Orangeville, Ontario
Sense of Shame
Conscious of the impact of actions and having the humility to rectify them. Part 8 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Transmission
While watching a film by Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism about the All Souls Festival, a scene caught my eye: a woman preparing to burn a bag of offerings.
Honour
Having integrity, incorruptibility, and taking only what is deserved. Part 7 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Sacrifice
Courage to do what is right. Purity of heart and purpose. Part 6 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Propriety
Courtesy, politeness, decorum, and manners promote harmony. Part 5 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Southern Dipper Festival
Today we celebrate the Southern Dipper Festival. The Southern Dipper, together with the Northern Dipper, grants longevity.
Trustworthiness
The sincere and honest intention to keep one’s promises. Part 4 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Dedication
Loyalty, faithfulness, and commitment to the practice. Part 3 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Applying His Teachings as I Age
Aging is giving me perspective on why we are encouraged to practice the Taoist Tai Chi® arts daily.
Sibling Harmony
To live at peace as brothers and sisters, respectful of others. Part 2 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Immortal Lü Festival
Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism is celebrating the Festival of Immortal Lü with people from around the world chanting together. Immortal Lü represents the cultivation of Taoist wisdom and the integration of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism.
Filial Piety
Reverence and loving care of our parents, teachers and elders. Part 1 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Motions of the Tao
Have a look at this documentary examining the practices taught by Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism. It explores how Taoist spirituality is rooted in the cultivation of health through the transformation of body, mind and spirit.
Tin Hau Festival
Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism celebrates the Festival of Tin Hau (Empress of Heaven) today with chanting for the world. Tin Hau represents devotion, sincerity, care and protection and is known for rescuing people in distress, especially those at sea. She is particularly venerated in the coastal areas of China and by Chinese communities […]
Celebrating Mothers
Mother’s Day is coming soon!
Ching Ming Festival
The Ching Ming Festival provides an opportunity to honour our family members who came before us. By paying respect to our ancestors, we bring peace and prosperity to future generations.
Ching Ming Festival
The Ching Ming Festival provides an opportunity to honour our family members who came before us. By paying respect to our ancestors, we bring peace and prosperity to future generations.
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