Canada Zhengjue Temple
Ching Kwok Buddhist Temple
The monks of Zhengjue Temple have established Buddhist temples in four cities in Canada, dedicated to promoting the true faith of Buddhism. Here, we sincerely invite you to delve into the Buddhist scriptures, share the wisdom of Buddhism, and participate in the rich Dharma propagation activities of various temples. Please note: The website is still being updated!
The Venerable
Jian Zong
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Second Abbot and President of Ching Kwok Buddhist Temple, Mui Kwok Buddhist Temple, Yuen Kwok Buddhist Temple.
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Advisor of the Buddhist Advisory Committee for Buddhist Studies at Emmanuel College at the University of Toronto
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Honorary Advisor of Buddhist Education Foundation of Canada
Ven. Jianzong entered his monastic life in 2004. Thereafter, he went to Taiwan and spent the following ten years there, receiving his Buddhist education and monastic training at Yuan Kuang Buddhist College and Huafan University. Ven. Jianzong received his university degree in Buddhist Studies with concentration in Tiantai Studies of Mahayana Buddhism and in the skills in chanting and in giving Dharma talks. A scholarship recipient during his years of studies at the university, Ven. Jianzong graduated with first-class Honours and stood first in his graduating class. After his graduation, Ven. Jianzong returned to Toronto to continue his Dharma practice at home base. With his Master’s passing in late 2014, Ven. Jianzong has taken up the responsibility and duty of managing the three temples. And of continuing his late Master’s legacy in promoting Buddhist Studies at the University of Toronto. On November 2015, Ven. Jianzong officially became the Second Abbot of Ching Kwok Temple of Toronto, Mui Kwok Temple of Edmonton, and Yuen Kwok Temple of Montreal.