| Religious Education Religious education at SEIFU is based on Buddhist beliefs and values. Students attend lectures on Buddhism at school and take part in retreats and ceremonies at major temples and shrines. They also undertake the religious disciplines of chanting and copying the Heart Sutra, an essential scripture of Mahayana Buddhism. These activities help students strengthen their religious beliefs. The SEIFU school rules are based on the concept of Buddhist discipline. Compliance with these rules prepares students to become active and successful members of society. |
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At the beginning of their first year, SHS and JHS students go on a retreat to Mt. Koya, the most sacred Shingon Buddhist center. There they pay homage to Kobo Daishi, the founder of the Shingon sect, and pledge to follow his teachings. |