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Which temple would a monk like to visit?

The question is as the title says.
Even recommended temples you've actually visited are fine.

Temples are quiet, aren't they? Even when there are people around, I feel at ease as if I am alone.
I'm weak against sound, light, and smell, so I prefer quiet places.
There is also a part where I don't understand the occupation of being a monk, so I'm sorry if this is a rude question.

If you are busy, you don't need to read from here on. I am so happy to receive your answers.

I think I'll die at the end of October.
I'm thinking of continuing my family's housework, taking care of my younger brother, shopping, etc. properly until the end of my life.
I'm sorry for leaving me when everyone is busy.
But even though I'm already 20 years old, I can't even eat my own meals or take a bath.
I told my parents, but it seems like they can't stop asking me to do so many things.
I can't live up to my parents' expectations or kindness anymore.
I want to apologize for the 20 years that I overslept until 10:00 twice, failed the entrance exam twice, and then didn't become a good adult.
Do you think it's okay to do whatever you want at the end of the day?
I'm not going out to play. I'm not taking a day off lazily. I will grant all of my family's help and requests. Do you think they'll forgive me for going to the temple instead?
Let me ask you a question, I don't think I'll be able to go without support. For those who can lend their help, just one word is enough, please.

Thank you to everyone who has read this far.

4 Zen Responses

The temple I want to visit, my dreams will unfold

Shiun's question is, is this a temple you'd like to visit...
Xuanchuji Temple is a temple related to the Chinese Pure Land religion.
Alternatively, I'd like to take a look at Mount India's Japanese Temple in Bodh Gaya, India.
I have a feeling that I would like to visit what kind of temple it is.

If it's a Jodo Shinshu temple to which I belong, I'd like to go to overseas separate temples in America and Brazil.

Domestic temples are also good, but if you want to go there, you'll be fascinated by overseas temples that expand your own perspective and the world.

I'm not busy, so I read more.

is that so? That's how Shiun-san was decided, wasn't it? Determine what you want to do, set goals, and act. Mr. Shiun is despised for not being able to become a great adult, but I think Shiun, who walks step by step in this way, is a very good adult.

It's nice to be able to move the way you like. Shiun is tough on herself when it comes to not going out to play, not taking a break, and fulfilling all of her family's help and requests. Of course, I think it's okay to go to a temple.

Going to the temple will give me a boost.

I think there will be some time left, so please let me hear the continuation again.

Thank you so much, Shiun, for writing.

[I will add a reply to the thank-you comment below]

Thank you, Shiun, for your kind comment.

Even if you don't understand what everyone says about how to live, I think it would be nice if Shiun-san walked as Shiun-san. I hope you get there safely.

Also, there is only one temple of various religions and denominations, so I'll talk about it as my guest

Actually, temples aren't places where we wish for anything. The place where we listen to the Buddha's wishes is called a temple.

Shiun probably wanted to visit a temple. Then isn't there any use?

What you're about to meet

I read it.
What I want to visit... is Japan Temple in Buddha Gaya, India and Myohoji Temple in Rajgir, and I also want to go to Lumbini and Pokhara in Nepal, where Buddha was born.
The Japanese Temple in Bodh Gaya, India is a temple where I was treated for a backpacker when I got battered and became ill. Thank you very much for your help. Also, the large pagoda that comes up illuminated by lots of candles at night is mysterious, and many people gather under it to offer prayers to each other. There were certainly many Tibetan monks, and I remember that His Holiness the Dalai Lama was there too.
Myoho-ji Temple in Rajgir in India is built on a mountain called Mount Reishi where the Buddha preached to many people. So it's also Buddha's sacred place. So I worked as a caretaker after recovering from my illness. Since it's at the top of the mountain, the stars were shining and almost falling. There's nothing nearby, so it's a place where animals such as wild tigers are wandering around at night.
After all, Lumbini in Nepal is a place with nothing, but it is a very quiet place with a few ruins showing that Buddha was born there thousands of years ago. Rather than a temple being built, it's more like a collapsing pagoda.
Pokhara, also in Nepal, is a city located at the foot of the Himalayas. There is a very beautiful lake there, and when the sun rises, the mountains of the Himalayas are illuminated from the other side of the lake and shine brightly, and it has an overwhelming presence. Also, the Himalayan mountains are projected on the lake, so you can see the Himalayan mountains in double view. Certainly, there was an island in that lake, and I think a temple was built.

There are wonderful temples, nature, and worlds in this world that you have never seen before. Please step out little by little into a wide and big world without being caught up only by what is right in front of you. I think it's fine within a reasonable range, and please don't be in a hurry. You have been blessed with countless relationships and are living now, and it is truly precious that you are alive.
I'm praying from the bottom of my heart to Buddha and your ancestors that you will grow up healthily while being blessed with wonderful encounters and relationships from now on, and that you will have wonderful experiences and live a rich life from the bottom of your heart. And I wholeheartedly support you.

Dongsan Santon

Shiun-sama

The temple Jusei wants to visit is Ganden Temple in Tibet.

I think it would be nice if I could go sometime.

Well, life, sometimes, also requires a day off.

I need to refresh my mind and body at a temple away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

It's also important to take a break. I'm taking a break. If you say it was recommended by a monk (on the internet), of course they'll forgive you, as long as you go to a temple.

Speaking of Ikkyū, Ikkyu Sojun Zenji. There is Shoon-an (Ikkyu-ji) in Kyoto.

By all means, go and see for yourself.

There is a poem by Ikkyu Zenji called “Return to No Funnel Road to No Funnel Road, Take a Break, Rain, Fall Wind, Blow Your Wind.” This is the origin of the Ikkyu road name.

This is Ikkyu-zenji's answer to a public plan called Doroyama Santon.

Doroyama Santon (exchange between master Unmon and apprentice Doroyama)

Cloud Gate
“Where did it come from?”
Dōyama
“I came from Jadu”
Cloud Gate
“Where did you spend this summer (Yasui)?”
Dōyama
“This is Hochi-ji Temple in Konan”
Cloud Gate
“When did you leave there?”
Dōyama
“It's August 25th”
Cloud Gate
“I'm about to hit you 60 shots with a stick, but I'll forgive you”

Then, while questioning and answering questions again the next day, it is said that Dorayama was enlightened.

Why did they just honestly answer what was asked, but why did they say they were going to hit Yunmon with a stick? It's a question and answer that aims to really mean that.

Well, well, you don't have to live up to expectations and kindness, right? Your parents only need you to be there. Anyway, it's time to take a break, take a break.

If you don't mind, be sure to take your time thinking about these questions and answers at Shoon-an (Ikkyu-ji Temple).

Take a break, take a break

Kawaguchi Hidetoshi Gassho

Nishi Honganji

The quiet temple in the precincts is also wonderful
The large temple with the main hall is also wonderful.
Higashi Honganji Temple and Chion-in are also large
Nishi Honganji Temple is also a national treasure and a world heritage site
While feeling that history
What is sitting still and facing the Buddha
It really calms me down.

Once firmly
Why don't you face the Buddha?