FGS North Island Temple Visit by the first Female Detective - Life full of wisdom from the "Principles of Zen"

Virginia Le Bas has been serving the police force for over 23 years. Where She is well-experienced and demonstrated a good professional spirit. She visited FGS North Island with her colleagues on 6th January. They were received by Venerable Abbess Manshin, Venerable Rulian and BLIA members. They were happily toured around the temple under the humorous guidance of the Abbess, where they also enjoyed a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.

Incense offering was carried out in the Main Shrine. The Shrine design in is simple and clear, yet grand. The main character is the respectable jade Buddha, Stone Buddha sculptures, offering Bodhisattvas, Crystal Buddha sculptures and illuminating lights. All this allowed Buddhists to rest and contemplate both their bodies and mind. Then the Abbess then led the group to the art gallery to see the "Zen-Heart " exhibition. The fantastic works done by Xutong Tian in the ink paintings reflected a life full of cultivation. This was also shown in an introductory film called "Principles of Zen" allowing people get in touch with "Zen".

This is Virginia’s second visit to the temple. She expressed that the temple environment brings infinite happiness and life energy to everybody. It is a great place to feel nature's tranquility after our busy lives.