2026 Midwinter Sutra Recitation Practice of the Threefold Lotus Sutra in English

 

On February 1st, 2026, the International Buddhist Congregation (IBC) will host the Midwinter Sutra Recitation Practice of the Threefold Lotus Sutra in English.
Through this practice, we aspire to cultivate our hearts and minds, embodying the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha and making 2026 a year of profound awakening and fulfillment.

 

  The program details are as follows:  

〇　Date and Time: The practice will be held in one day:   Sunday, February 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Please note that the starting time and ending time of each chapter shown in the time table below are tentative. There will be no scheduled breaks, but feel free to take breaks as needed.  

〇　Participation: This recitation practice of 2026 will be held at the Buddha’s Hall on the 4th floor of FMC in person only. 

〇　Required Materials: To participate, please bring a copy of “The Threefold Lotus Sutra: A Modern Translation for Contemporary Readers (Kosei Publishing, 2019).”  You can purchase at Amazon.co.jp.   IBC has several copies to lend. You may contact us if you want to borrow.