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Dharma School
Our youth activities promote our values and help build lifelong friendships. Dharma school endeavors to meet the
spiritual needs of Shin Buddhists through religious service and education classes. To organize, supervise, and implement
children's Buddhist education programs and youth activities at the temple, Oahu District, and State Levels.
Dharma School Teachers:
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Developing and promoting youth understanding of Shin Buddhism is vital in maintaining our Sanga (community). Children
learn about the teachings of Buddha by appropriate introduction of the Dharma
Some of the
topics covered are:
* Shin Buddhist Holidays
* The Eight Fold Path
* Meanings behind Religious
Objects and Practices
Established in 1912 by 40 students by Rev. Tokujo Tazuura
Activities: Baccalaureate Luncheon, Family Sunday service and activity, which honors
mothers, fathers, and grandparents; Oahu District Poster Contest, State Dharma School Teachers Convention, Federation of Dharma
School Teachers' League Conference, Oahu District Songfest, & outings
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Want to learn more? Please call, Carolyn Uchiyama @ 622-4320
For example, learning that images of the Buddha are
not for worship but are instead reminders of his teachings is an important part of Dharma
School.
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