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Shinnyo-en is an independent Buddhist order based on the teachings of the Nirvana Sutra. Founded in the 1930s, today it is an international order, with almost one million followers in training at 76 temples in 19 countries around the world.
The name Shinnyo-en means "a borderless garden where all who desire to realize their real nature are welcome just as they are". Founded on the commitment to ultimate truth, compassion and service, Shinnyo-en teaches that all people carry the seed of enlightenment within them and that by acting with sincerity and compassion, they can bring that seed to fruition.
Like the all-embracing love and acceptance of the Buddha himself, Shinnyo-en's emphasis on borderless coexistence stems from the Order's profound respect for life and all living or sentient beings - regardless of gender, age, religious affiliation or any origin. In practice, every individual has different capabilities and needs, and Shinnyo-en offers an environment that accommodates religious and physical diversity - a spiritual garden where all can grow.