Didn’t Indonesia experience a unique blending of culture and religion? Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara stands as a testament to Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage. This special Bodhimanda of Zhenfo Zong is located in Jakarta.
Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara complements the Zhenfo Zong Kasogatan Assembly. It is strategically located in Indonesia’s capital. The late Acarya Harsono played a vital role in Zhenfo Zong’s development.
In 1987 the first Zhenfo Zong place of worship was built. It was called Vihara Vajra Bumi Jayakarta. This inspired the construction of other Viharas. Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara was erected on a large plot of land in West Jakarta.
Jakarta is a sprawling metropolitan area. It has a population of 10 million. The area where Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara is located now falls within Banten Province.
The land for Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara was once remote. It was part of the Lippo Group’s development plan. Acarya Harsono worked hard to relocate two large ditches. This prepared the ground for construction. Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara was then built.
In 1994, the inauguration was led by Mulacarya Liansheng. The Minister of Religious Affairs attended. Mulacarya emphasized education for Dharma propagation. Acarya Harsono established the Atisa Dipamkara School behind the Vihara. The school has expanded to benefit more people through education.
Dharmaraja Liansheng mentioned Vihara Vajra Bumi Nusantara. He called it the largest Vihara in Indonesia. The Minister of Religious Affairs had never visited a Buddhist Vihara before. This marked his first time inaugurating one.
Indonesia had experienced a four-month drought. Forest fires raged. Dharmaraja Liansheng summoned rain. The sky turned cloudy and lightning flashed. Heavy rain fell. This demonstrated a powerful response.
Vihara Vajra Bumi Nusantara stands in Jakarta. Makassar has Vihara Dharma Agung. Surabaya boasts Vihara Vajra Bumi Arama. Throughout Indonesia, magnificent Dharma centers are being built.
Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara possesses unique features. A four-meter-tall Avalokitesvara Pandaravasini statue greets visitors. It holds a kalasa that pours tirta amerta into a pond. A shrine to the Earth God stands near the pond. It is at the intersection of two rivers. A banyan tree shades the shrine. This creates an auspicious feng shui location. The first Usnisavijaya Dharani Stupa in Indonesia stands before Pandaravasini. A large parking area occupies the center of the courtyard.
The Homa furnace is located in a semi-open area in front of the Bhaktisala. During the pandemic, Vihara Vajra Bumi Nusantara continued services online. Acarya Shi Lianfei led weekly Homa ceremonies. These were broadcast live. The outdoor location was spacious and well-ventilated. This made it a safe place for Homa.
Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara’s Bhaktisala is very large. It can accommodate about 2000 people. Graduation ceremonies for Atisa Dipamkara School are held here. Vesak Day celebrations also take place in the Bhaktisala. Sanghadana events are also held here.
The Vihara offers wedding services. Its architecture blends Nusantara culture with religion. The Vihara provides space for wedding feasts. Couples can experience joy on their special day here. Vihara Varja Bumi Nusantara actively interacts with the True Buddha Foundation. It also fosters relationships with the community.