My Prayers and Practices: Kong Meng San Buddhist Crematorium with Teo Puay Kim
From the chanting of peaceful sutras to the lighting of incense, savour the sights of devotion and tradition at Singapore’s largest Buddhist temple where families gather and perform sacred rituals to guide their departed loved ones on the path of enlightenment.
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- Important Details
What You'll Do
Journey through Singapore’s largest Buddhist monastery at Kong Meng San Phor Kark See, as we explore its majestic halls, serene meditation spaces, and the unique role it plays in Buddhist end-of-life practices.
Visit the columbarium and ancestral halls, and gain a glimpse into one of Singapore’s two Buddhist crematoria.
Meet Your Host
Puay Kim, or PK, volunteers at Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience of Buddhism with everyone. He is the director of Dharma in Action, which has been running the THIS Buddhist Film Festival since 2009.
Puay Kim is particularly interested in how Buddhism spreads across Asia. He finds inspiration in stories of Buddhist pilgrims and the lasting impact Buddhism has had here, evident in the many Buddhist monuments that still stand today.
About the organisation
Founded in 1921, Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery (KMSPKS) manages one of two Buddhist-based crematoriums in Singapore. Renowned for being the largest monastery in the country, it sits on 75,470 square metres of land, equivalent to approximately 11 football fields. Throughout the century, KMSPKS has grown dynamically to be involved in Dharma propagation, community involvement and religious harmony efforts.
Visitors of the monastery are invited to engage beyond just the superficial senses, but also through deep spiritual reflection and rejuvenation. They may find themselves meandering through the sacred spaces, wandering through the many shrine halls of various Buddhas, Bodhisattvas and Dharma Protectors, or escape from the urban bustle into the lush and tranquil gardens, such as the Dragon Pond or the Bodhi Tree.
More Details
Attire
- Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes).
- Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed.
- Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
What to bring?
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour for registration.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at the monastery.
- The venue is not wheelchair friendly.
- Photography is generally permitted during the event. However, please be mindful and avoid taking or sharing photos that include personal identifiers, such as faces or names, in order to respect the deceased.
Terms and Conditions
- All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Saturday, 9 November 2024
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
Meeting Point
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