Sheng Yen (1931–2009) was a prominent Taiwanese Buddhist monk and scholar, recognized as a leading figure in Chan Buddhism. Born Zhang Baokang, he became a monk at 13 and eventually founded Dharma Drum Mountain, a major Buddhist organization in Taiwan. He was known for his modern approach to Buddhism, bridging traditional teachings with contemporary contexts. Sheng Yen also established meditation centers in the US and contributed to Buddhist education through various institutes. He emphasized compassionate action and the practice of meditation, leaving behind a significant legacy through his writings and teachings.
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January 22, 1931 Facts
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Sheng-yen belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Nantong, Jiangsu, China
Place of Death: Taipei
Cause of Death: kidney failure
Educated At: Rissho University
Occupation: Bhikkhu
Employers: National Cheng Kung University
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Ephemeris for January 22, 1931
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 22, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for January 22, 2025 |
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| Sun | 1 Aquarius 43 | 2 Aquarius 56 | 5 Taurus 29 |
| Moon | 14 Pisces 49 | 12 Scorpio 2 | 20 Leo 29 |
| Mercury | 7 Capricorn 56 | 21 Capricorn 23 | 11 Taurus 21 |
| Venus | 15 Sagittarius 21 | 19 Pisces 29 | 0 Aries 44 |
| Mars | 8 Leo 56 | 23 Cancer 38 | 8 Leo 46 |
| Jupiter | 13 Cancer 10 | 11 Gemini 32 | 14 Cancer 4 |
| Saturn | 16 Capricorn 30 | 16 Pisces 23 | 23 Capricorn 29 |
| Uranus | 11 Aries 52 | 23 Taurus 18 | 16 Aries 29 |
| Neptune | 5 Virgo 15 | 27 Pisces 43 | 3 Virgo 5 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 33 | 1 Aquarius 45 | 18 Cancer 49 |
| Rahu | 18 Aries 27 | 0 Aries 20 | 13 Aries 29 |
| Ketu | 18 Libra 27 | 0 Libra 20 | 13 Libra 29 |
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