Buddhist Altar Solid Teakwood 36" x 20" x 16" Base Table 10 Piece Set

Constructed of Solid Teakwood 10 Piece Set Gold Leaf AccentsPlease keep in mind the following text: A family Buddha altar is not just a place to honor our family ancestors. Inside the altar represents Mt. Sumeru, the world where Buddha resides, and Shakyamuni Buddha is the primary image enshrined in the center. This means that a Buddha altar is like a smaller version of the temple's main hall (Hondo); it is essentially a temple within the family home. There has been an increase in modern forms of Buddha altars and furniture tailored to everyday life and living arrangements. The most significant aspect of worshipping at the Buddha altar is that it is the cornerstone of our practice and faith as Buddhists. The basis of the Sotoshu practice of religion is sitting upright, putting our hands in gassho, and bowing. By sitting with a quiet mind in front of Shakyamuni Buddha and turning our hands in gassho, we reflect on our daily life, and it is here that the power to live and practice the