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[Zen-filled] Xiamen Nanputuo Temple: One step, one Bodhisattva, one incense, one wish**

**【 Stepping into Nanputuo Temple, the sound of Buddhist chants lingers, the incense smoke curls, as if passing through the hustle and bustle and entering a pure land. The temple is built on the mountain, between the red walls and black tiles, the golden Buddha statue is solemn and majestic, and the compassionate eyes overlook all living beings. The believers devoutly burn incense, touch the lotus platform with their fingertips, and entrust their wishes to the Bodhisattva's lowered eyebrows. Walking in the temple, the ancient trees are towering, the bell sounds are distant, and the restlessness of the soul is washed away. The monks walk between the temples, and the chanting sounds and the wind sound interweave, which makes people slow down their pace and feel the Zen in peace. Standing on the top of the temple and looking into the distance, you can see the city of Xiamen. The modern prosperity and the thousand-year-old temple complement each other, as if time and space are intertwined. Nanputuo is not only a place of faith, but also a place for people to find inner tranquility. With a stick of incense and a cup of tea, you can find a moment of peace here and understand the true meaning of life.
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Posted: Jul 25, 2025
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