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“Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it. I am going to use all my energies to develop myself, to expand my heart out to others; to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. I am going to have kind thoughts towards others, I am not going to get angry or think badly about others. I am going to benefit others as much as I can.”
HIS HOLINESS the
Dalai Lama

Mission Statement

Practice, promote and perpetuate the teachings of Jodo Shin Buddhism in the most positive light.

Vision Statement

Kona Hongwanji Buddhist temple aspires to be the leading Buddhist Center for West Hawaii by providing:
Spiritual guidance and support for living in the 21st century; Propagation programs and activities that appeal to people of all ages and ethnicities;A resource center for Pure Land/Jodo Shin Buddhism.

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Morning Chanting Service

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Morning Chanting Service Fridays (Except Holidays) Begin and end the week with a moment of reflection and gratitude by chanting the Shoshinge (Hymn of True Entrusting) written by Shinran Shonin. Sutra chanting has a meditative quality that calms our heart and mind, helping us to hear the calling voice of Wisdom and Compassion in our…

Morning Chanting Service

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Morning Chanting Service Fridays (Except Holidays) Begin and end the week with a moment of reflection and gratitude by chanting the Shoshinge (Hymn of True Entrusting) written by Shinran Shonin. Sutra chanting has a meditative quality that calms our heart and mind, helping us to hear the calling voice of Wisdom and Compassion in our…

Morning Chanting Service

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Morning Chanting Service Fridays (Except Holidays) Begin and end the week with a moment of reflection and gratitude by chanting the Shoshinge (Hymn of True Entrusting) written by Shinran Shonin. Sutra chanting has a meditative quality that calms our heart and mind, helping us to hear the calling voice of Wisdom and Compassion in our…

Morning Chanting Service

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Morning Chanting Service Fridays (Except Holidays) Begin and end the week with a moment of reflection and gratitude by chanting the Shoshinge (Hymn of True Entrusting) written by Shinran Shonin. Sutra chanting has a meditative quality that calms our heart and mind, helping us to hear the calling voice of Wisdom and Compassion in our…

Monthly Meditation

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Monthly Meditation Enjoy a moment of contemplation and self-reflection at our monthly meditation session. Engage in quiet sitting, guided meditation, and sutra chanting. As we calm our mind and body, we can focus on the present moment, revealing our deep connection to all beings. No experience necessary.
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81-6630 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd.
Kealakekua, HI 96750

Closed on weekends
and holidays.

If unable to contact the office clerk, leave a message on the answering machine.

More Info

To schedule services or activities, call the church office at 808-323-2993.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00am - 4:00pm

Columbarium hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily

Phone: (808) 323-2993

Email: konahongwanji@twc.com

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