Statement of Objectives 中心宗旨
Promotion and Advancement of Buddhist Studies, Education & Research
The primary objective of the Centre is to teach, promote and advance Buddhist studies. The Centre offers foundation and advanced courses, teaching modules, seminars and lectures conducted by qualified teachers and professors, as well as organizes forums, conferences and meetings for the advancement of the Buddhist studies and religion. With affiliation with overseas renowned Universities and Institutes, legally-recognised non-local higher degrees are also awarded.
Integration of Studies with Practice
In line with our Mission of integrating studies with practice, the Centre endeavours to provide meditation classes, retreats, discussion forums, and other specially designed courses to assist in the harmonising of our daily lives with the five spiritual faculties of faith, vigour, mindfulness, equipoise and wisdom.
Award of Scholarships for Needy Students
Scholarship funds, grants and/or waivers of tuition fees will be available for needy students interested and qualified in enrolment in the Centre. Such sponsorships may include provisions for basic living expenses.
Publications of Buddhist Journals and Literature
Academic and high-calibre Buddhist journals, books, and literature authored by the Centre’s teachers and professors will be published to enhance the proper and in-depth understanding of Buddhist teachings.
Translation of Buddhist Literary Texts
As a contribution, not only to the Buddhist literati in Hong Kong but elsewhere in the world, special attention will be accorded to the accurate and meticulous translation of significant Buddhist texts and important commentaries in canonical languages to English and Chinese.
Provision of Welfare Services to the Needy and Destitute
In line with Buddhist beliefs and practices to help all beings, the Centre endeavours to respond to the pressing needs of the general community including the young, the aged and even animals, for the enhancement of their general welfare, medical and living conditions.
Assistance and Collaboration with Other Charitable Organisations
The Centre will donate towards and assist in the improvement, management or superintendence of other schools, colleges, companies, temples, institutions, universities, societies or associations whether in Hong Kong or elsewhere having objects altogether or in part similar to those of the Centre.
中心希望通過修學結合,幫助人們全面、深入地認識佛教,在香港乃至國際上持續推動佛教事業。具體目標如下:
推動佛學教育與研究
中心開設佛學基礎及高級課程,由知名佛教學者授課;舉辦研討班、講座、論壇與會議等,促進佛學教育與研究。
結合佛學研究與修行實踐
中心推行襌修、誦經等實踐活動,幫助人們修習信、勤、念、定、慧(五根),實現和諧的日常生活。
資助有需要的學生學習深造
為本中心有需要的學生提供經濟援助,包括發放獎學金、減免學費等。
出版佛學期刊與著作
出版佛學研究相關的高水平學術期刊與著作,以提升人們對於佛教教義的正確、深入理解。
翻譯佛教經典
基於佛經翻譯對佛法在全世界廣泛傳播的重大意義,中心持續致力於佛教文獻的翻譯工作,將重要的佛教經典與註疏準確嚴謹地譯為英文與中文。
投入社會福利事業
弘揚佛教利樂眾生的精神,中心將為貧困人群提供幫助,以改善他們的公共福利、醫療與生活狀況等。
協助其他慈善機構
中心願意資助其他擁有共同目標的機構,包括學校、企業、寺院、團體等。