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, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 22, 2024 |
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| Sun | 1 Aquarius 43 | 2 Aquarius 9 | 4 Taurus 31 |
| Moon | 14 Pisces 49 | 27 Gemini 22 | 6 Leo 23 |
| Mercury | 7 Capricorn 56 | 10 Capricorn 31 | 11 Taurus 52 |
| Venus | 15 Sagittarius 21 | 29 Sagittarius 11 | 29 Pisces 33 |
| Mars | 8 Leo 56 | 13 Capricorn 34 | 8 Leo 22 |
| Jupiter | 13 Cancer 10 | 6 Taurus 25 | 13 Cancer 56 |
| Saturn | 16 Capricorn 30 | 5 Pisces 22 | 23 Capricorn 28 |
| Uranus | 11 Aries 52 | 19 Taurus 7 | 16 Aries 25 |
| Neptune | 5 Virgo 15 | 25 Pisces 31 | 3 Virgo 6 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 33 | 0 Aquarius 3 | 18 Cancer 48 |
| Rahu | 18 Aries 27 | 19 Aries 43 | 13 Aries 32 |
| Ketu | 18 Libra 27 | 19 Libra 43 | 13 Libra 32 |
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