Founded in Singapore in 1965, the Moh Hong Buddhist Shrine follows the Mizong lineage of Buddhism. The teachings of Moh Hong originate in India and were passed to our Spiritual Master by her Indian teacher here in Singapore.
Our Spiritual Master has dedicated her life to karmic healing. We have 9 founding philosophical pillars and we follow the Noble 8-Fold Path, often pictured as the Wheel of Dharma, which forms one of the cores of Buddhism throughout the world.
Since its founding, Moh Hong has been an active member of the community in Singapore, supporting other organisations.
We currently have two places of worship and healing, in Pontian, Malaysia (permanent) and in Bishan, Singapore (temporary as we seek a suitable property for the Society).
Background
Moh Hong Buddhist Shrine was established by Master Yasathara and the late Mr Chua Guan Thong in 1965. The Shrine was registered with the Singapore Registrar of Societies on 11th May 1991.
Presently, the Shrine is operating from a residential address. As a result, our activities are self-restricted, to avoid inconveniencing and disturbing the neighbours. Currently, we conduct:
- fortnightly (Sunday) healing sessions and Shrine-open days
- fortnightly youth chanting/dharma sessions
- monthly dharma and meditation classes
- monthly healing sessions and Shrine-open days at our place of worship in Pontian, Malaysia
- an annual Dharma and Meditation Camp in Pontian, Malaysia
- special Shrine-open days in Singapore and Malaysia for Lunar New Year and Deepavali
- special Shrine-open days in Malaysia for Vesak
- a five day outdoor community event for Vesak in Singapore
- a range of social events for Members and their friends and families
The activities at our Singapore (residential) Shrine and Malaysian Shrine are currently not open to the general public (ie walk-ins). Pre-registration is required for participation in these events. Group activities, such as practice chants and workgroup meetings, usually increase in frequency closer to major events such as Vesak and Deepavali.
Guiding Philosophy
Our Master’s underlying philosophy is – no gain without due effort – 无功不受禄。As such, outright public donations are not permitted. It is this fundamental philosophy which has guided the fund raising operations for the Shrine – there must be an exchange of service or goods for the money received.
Moh Hong Buddhist Shrine follows the Mizong lineage of Buddhism. Although Mizong is sometimes referred to in English as “Secret Sect of Tibetan Lamaism” or “the secret doctrine”, the teachings of Moh Hong originate in India and were passed to our Spiritual Master by her Indian teacher here in Singapore.
The name “Mizong” does not refer to the secretive nature of the practice, but rather to the Tantric Buddhism tradition.
A central practice of Tantric Buddhism is meditation and this is practiced around the world in many different ways, including qigong, yoga and martial arts. Moh Hong’s essential tenet is the understanding of truth through chanting of sutras and meditating on mantras. At Moh Hong, our members learn to sing hymns in Chinese (Mandarin and Teochew). Chanting of prayers are done specifically by our prayer group, who are trained to perform various religious rites such as for Vesak Day celebrations and funeral rites.
A unique characteristic of our prayer rituals is that we use oil lamps, rather than incense.
Our Spiritual Master has dedicated her life to karmic healing. We believe that some illnesses are karmic in nature, and Master uses her meditative abilities to lighten the load.
We have 9 founding philosophical pillars and we follow the Noble 8-Fold Path, often pictured as the Wheel of Dharma, which forms one of the cores of Buddhism throughout the world.
Followers do not eat beef and are vegetarian on Fridays.