Songbai Temple (Chinese: 松柏寺; pinyin: Sōngbǎi Sì) is a Buddhist temple located in Changsha County, Hunan, China.[1]

Songbai Temple
松柏寺
The Shanmen of Songbai Temple.
Religion
AffiliationBuddhism
SectChan Buddhism - Linji school
DeityGautama Buddha, Amitābha and Bhaisajyaguru
LeadershipShi Zhaoguan (释照观)
Location
LocationChangsha County, Hunan
CountryChina
Songbai Temple is located in Hunan
Songbai Temple
Shown within Hunan
Geographic coordinates28°14′28.04″N 113°04′05.08″E / 28.2411222°N 113.0680778°E / 28.2411222; 113.0680778
Architecture
StyleChinese architecture
FounderShi Xinlin (释心林)
Date established1067–1085
Completed2002 (reconstruction)

History

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The original temple dates back to the 11th century, during the region of Shenzong Emperor (1067–1085) of the Song dynasty (960–1127). At that time, Chan master Yuanjian (圆鉴) resided in the temple, where he taught Chan Buddhism for many years, and attracted large numbers of practitioners. But because of war and natural disasters, it declined and was disappeared during the Republic of China.[2] A modern restoration of the entire temple complex was carried out in 2002.[1]

Architecture

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The complex include the following halls: Shanmen, Mahavira Hall, Hall of Four Heavenly Kings, Hall of Guanyin, Bell tower, Drum tower, Hall of Guru, Dharma Hall, Dining Room, etc.

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References

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  1. ^ a b 长沙松柏寺. fjhnw.com (in Chinese). 2016-04-09.
  2. ^ 长沙县松柏寺举行全堂佛像开光暨综合楼奠基典礼. iFeng (in Chinese). 2013-11-11.