Shijue Temple

Shijue Temple

Shijue temple is located on the Bank of Moyang river three miles south of Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province. It faces north from South and covers an area of 4000 square meters. Shijue temple is one of the eight scenic spots in Yangjiang.

Historical evolution

It was first built in the Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty, formerly known as Kaiyuan Temple, and connected with the former site of Kaiyuan tower. It was rebuilt five times in the past dynasties. In 1554, brothers Chen Qiansheng and Chen Qi donated land to build Guanyin Pavilion. A stone was excavated and engraved with the word "Shijue", so it was renamed "Shijue Temple". In 1664, the Great Buddha Hall and zhunti Pavilion were built. In the 13th year of Qianlong and the 22nd year of Jiaqing, Wenchang Pavilion was rebuilt twice. In 1847, it was rebuilt again, and in 1910, the abbot Xing Jian was rebuilt again. In 1923, the release pond was dug and built, and in 1927, the octagonal pavilion arch bridge was built. In 1945, master Xuefeng (Master Dishen) rebuilt the main hall again, adding guest rooms and Zen rooms. The banner of "Moyang blessed land" is inscribed by Zhu zaishan, the immortal master of the Ming Dynasty? "Samodai, dunboshan, chengyizhichan" was written by Lin Zhaotang, the number one scholar in Qing Dynasty. The stone plaque of Bajiaoting with the three characters of "ascend the other side" is written by Su Dongpo. During the cultural revolution, the temple suffered serious damage. After the implementation of the religious policy, after more than ten years of repair, the temple has taken on a new look. Mr. Zhao Puchu's title "Shijue Temple" is magnificent and adds luster to the temple. Thousands of pagodas towering into the clouds, tower overlooking, ten miles scenery, panoramic view. There are 15 steles and 100 Buddhist scriptures in the temple.

In the past, the ancient temple was full of incense, monks gathered, and many Dake poets wrote poems to add luster to the ancient temple. Su Dongpo's handwriting is on the top of the door lintel of the octagonal pavilion; Moyang Fudi, on the front of the main hall, is written by Shi Zaiyan, the second generation founder of Qingyun temple in Dinghushan of Ming Dynasty; the couplet on both sides, Mojiang River converges with samadhi, dunnaoshan presents a finger zen, is written by Lin zhaoshang, the number one scholar in Qing Dynasty; Zhao Puchu, the former president of China Buddhist Association, inscribed the name of Shijue temple for the temple in person Strength, book on the mountain gate. Old monk Shi Yunfeng, the abbot of Liurong temple, the former president of Guangdong Buddhist Association, wrote couplets for Shijue Temple: "the Buddhist scriptures in the Grottoes have never been popular since ancient times, and the enlightenment in Jue altar has never been predestined by the Buddha.".

Shijue temple, an ancient temple, is located on the Bank of Moyang River in the southwest of Yangjiang City. It faces dunbo mountain across the river. The water of Mojiang river runs in front and the mountain of Gangbei stands behind. The original temple covers an area of more than 20000 square meters and 80 mu of paddy fields. It has undergone five times of renovation in the past five generations. It is one of the eight ancient scenes in Yangjiang, which is called "Shijue Chan Lin". Shijue temple was built in the first year of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang Dynasty (712 A.D.), formerly known as Kaiyuan Temple. In the 21st year of Yongle (1423 AD), Chen Bonian, Cai you and Rong Heng fubujin collected funds to rebuild the wenfo hall and zhuntige at the site of Kaiyuan Temple, excavate the release pool, and build three tile roofed houses in the pool, which are called "half day leisure". Shijiao and dunbo temple are both formed, and Shijiao is Shijue, which means that "in the past, Shenggong said that the pavilion could be repeated, and the stone could listen to the Scriptures, and then shigu could feel it" because of the name of the temple. According to master ditchen's article, "in the Yongle year of Ming Dynasty, because of the excavation of the temple, Shiyan was named" Shijue ", so it was renamed Shijue temple." During the reign of Shunzhi in the Qing Dynasty, Chen Qiansheng and Chen Qi donated land to expand the Guanyin Pavilion. In 1932, the original Temple presided over the collection of shidichen, built the main hall and Weituo hall, and worshipped the three treasures Buddha and the eighteen Arhats. In 1943, master Yongzhao yunkong and master Shi Lanjing, the masters of Qingyun temple in Dinghushan, went to Shijue temple to teach the precepts. The Dharma association was grand and famous.

During the period of "Cultural Revolution", Shijue temple was occupied and rebuilt, the Buddhist statues and shrines were destroyed, the release pool was filled up as a suntan, the Scriptures were destroyed, and the monks were scattered. After the cultural revolution, the party's religious policy began to be implemented. In 1980, Buddhist monks such as Shi Di Chen and Tu Lian Zong, who were originally in charge of the temple, began to run in many ways to ask the government to return Shijue temple to the monks for management. With the support of governments at all levels, Shijue temple was gradually returned. In 1984, master Shi Dachen, together with Tu lianzong and other monks, set up the "Preparatory Committee for the reconstruction of Shijue Temple" and began the reconstruction and expansion work with self financing. In 1986, the former Yangjiang county government listed Shijue temple as one of the first batch of key cultural relics protection units. After taking charge of the temple affairs, master Shi lianzong, with the full support of the broad masses of believers, raised funds to rebuild and expand more than ten halls, such as the Dabei building, the dizang king hall, the Tianwang hall, and the Daxiong hall, remodeled the Buddha statues, and re excavated the release pool. It restores the simple and elegant architectural style of Shijue temple in Qing Dynasty, and reproduces the former style of Shijue temple. In 1994, a nine story pagoda rose on the left side of the main hall, towering and majestic. It rebuilt Futian for the public and added a new scene to alligator city.

Shijue temple, an ancient temple, was famous for its incense, monks, chants and poets. Zhuang Dazhong, a Jinshi in the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, Bagong Lin Baoying, a famous calligrapher in the late Qing Dynasty, song Dexin, a Juren in the late Qing Dynasty, Feng Xinian, a Gongsheng, and Xiang Xianlu, a well-known figure in the society, have written poems for the temple.

Architectural composition

The main body of the building includes Zhonglou, Gulou, Tianwang hall, Weituo hall, Hakka hall, Guanyin hall, etc., which is magnificent and large-scale. Later, the main hall of the back seat was rebuilt. In 1995, master Shi lianzong raised funds to build a nine story thousand Buddha pagoda. The tower is a pure white body, towering majestic, straight into the clouds, climbing by the presence, relaxed and happy, ten li scenery, panoramic view. And created a golden body thousand hands Guanyin. The memorial hall of master Yun Kong and master Di Chen has been built. Now Shijue temple has a quiet environment, green trees, small bridges and flowing water, waves and swords, Buddha light, and solemn hall.

The current Abbot

Now abbot lianzong is 76 years old. He was born in Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province. He became a monk in 1943 and studied under master Xuefeng. He is also the executive director of Guangdong Buddhist Association, the president of Yangjiang Buddhist Association and the deputy of Yangjiang people's Congress.

tourist guide

Safety is the guarantee of a happy journey. Before leaving Shijue temple, you'd better buy travel accident insurance. If there is an accident, you can get timely assistance.

Shijue temple should not take cash with you during the journey. Don't put the money in your luggage. Keep it close to your body. It's better to go shopping in a regular store and ask for invoice proof when you buy something.

Important documents, ID cards, credit cards and tickets should be taken with you and kept properly. Before leaving Shijue temple, you'd better put one copy in your handbag and the original in your underwear pocket. When encountering someone to check certificate, also do not agree easily, should report leader to deal with. If the leader is not present, he can ask the other party to show his ID card or work certificate, otherwise he should refuse. If the other party is a policeman, you should also record his ID number, chest number and car number.

Shijue Temple doesn't need any ticket fee. It's quiet around. There are no hawker stalls. Friends who come to Shijue temple can feel the peaceful atmosphere of Buddhism.

get accommodation

Shijue temple is located in Jiangcheng City, Yangjiang City, with convenient transportation. It takes only half an hour to walk from the city center and only 15 minutes by taxi. Hotels in Yangjiang City are all over the streets and alleys. You will never find a place to live when you come to Yangjiang. Moreover, the price is affordable. Generally, the price will not exceed 300 yuan.

Nearby attractions

·Hailing Island

·Yangjiang Hot Spring Resort

·Chundu hot spring

·Da'ao fishing village

·Heshan Hot Spring Resort

·E Huang Zhang

·Lingxiaoyan scenic spot

·Tongzhenyan, Yangjiang

·Dashu Island

·Moon Bay Beach

Address: No.17, Xinguang Road, Jiangcheng District, Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province

Longitude: 111.942625

Latitude: 21.873377

Tel: 0662-3223846

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