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	BAO- Buddhist Association of Ok Tulsa OK caminodeldiamantem		Tam Bao Buddhist Temple was established in 1993 by the Buddhist members of the Vietnamese community residing in the Greater Tulsa area. English language services began in the spring of 1998 and an English Language Service Group independent of the Vietnamese Sangha evolved. In April 1999 the Sangha formally accepted the following mission statement: "We are a diverse democratically organized group who come together to learn and practice the teachings of the Buddha in a nonsectarian format." Visiting the Temple: English language services are held on Sundays beginning promptly at 9:00am and lasting for about an hour and a half. All are welcome! The Temple is the larger building toward the back of the property not the smaller house you pass on your right in the driveway. Leave your shoes on the shoe rack outside the back door and enter. As you enter you should find a box with folders which contain our liturgy -- take one! Then find a seat either on a cushion on the floor or in a chair in the back wherever you're most comfortable. While waiting for the service to begin you may want to read the supplementary information in the back of the folder. You'll find an explanation of many of the items on the altar a glossary of some Buddhist terms and some Buddhist prayers and sutras. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dress Code: We do not have a formal dress code. However please keep in mind that Tam Bao is a temple a sacred space where religious rituals are performed. While our sangha is non-denominational and follows no specific tradition we ask our members to respect tradition and dress accordingly. While informal attire is acceptable shorts Bermuda shorts miniskirts bare midriffs and tank tops are not considered proper attire. Please use common sense and consideration. Shoes should be left on the shoe rack outside the door. In addition please consider that in most Buddhist traditions one should not extend the leg pointing toward the altar while sitting on the floor; it is considered rude. Tam Bao: "Tam Bao" is Vietnamese for "Three Jewels" and refers to the three jewels of Buddhism: the Buddha the Dharma and the Sangha. At each service we chant: Buddham saranam gacchami Dharmam saranam gacchami Sangham saranam gacchami which is Pali for: I take refuge in the Buddha I take refuge in the Dharma I take refuge in the Sangha. Visit and subscribe to our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/260576720682757/
	Chau Tam Bao Temple Tulsa OK caminodeldiamantem

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