About

American Ci Bei Temple: A Sanctuary of Wisdom and Compassion

Temple Overview
Established in New York City on June 30, 2024, American Ci Bei Temple is a Buddhist Zen organization under the spiritual mentorship of Venerable Master Hongyuna Shi (Master Yi-Yun). As the temple’s abbot and guiding mentor, Master Hongyuna Shi provides leadership to the four-fold assembly of disciples, upholding the path of Mahayana Buddhism. He emphasizes the unity of Zen and Pure Land traditions, guiding practitioners to achieve spiritual liberation and nurture community well-being.

The temple honors the Three Holy Beings of the Saha World—Shakyamuni Buddha, Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva—alongside the Three Holy Beings of the Western Pure Land: Amitabha Buddha, Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, and Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva. These revered figures serve as guiding lights for all sentient beings on the path to enlightenment.

Our mission is to spread the Dharma, transcend ignorance, enlighten society, and benefit all sentient beings. Through the principles of Mahayana Buddhism, we guide individuals to overcome delusions, cultivate wisdom, and attain spiritual growth, ultimately leading them toward liberation and peace.

Our Path of Practice and Service
Nurturing Wisdom and Faith
We host regular meditation retreats, Pure Land practice sessions, and Dharma lectures to deepen understanding of core Buddhist teachings. Through digital outreach and publications, we disseminate the wisdom of the Dharma to inspire broader engagement with Mahayana Buddhism.

Strategic Meta-science: Life Navigation & Spiritual Guidance
We offer a unique navigation system developed by the temple, rooted in the tradition of 以術載道 (Using Skill as a Vessel for the Way). As a form of Upaya (skillful means), this system utilizes ancient wisdom—such as the Guanyin Oracle and Qimen Dunjia—to bridge profound Dharma teachings with practical guidance for modern life. Guided personally by Master Hongyuna Shi, these sessions manifest Dharma principles in daily decision-making, helping practitioners resolve life’s challenges and cultivate deeper wisdom.

  • Dedicated Support: This service is offered as a privilege to those who support the temple’s mission. We operate on a Dana (voluntary offering) basis, based entirely on personal generosity.
  • Core Sangha & Practitioners: For those who regularly participate in our communal practice, Master Hongyuna Shi offers spiritual guidance on life’s critical decisions to assist you on your cultivation path.
  • Annual Sustaining Members: For those whose ongoing support sustains our daily operations, we offer in-depth “Strategic Meta-science" consultations during major life transitions, striving to provide the wisdom necessary to find balance across career, family, and spiritual practice.

Zen Arts and Cultural Heritage
Through our Zen Art Center, we provide workshops on Zen calligraphy and ink painting, celebrating Eastern philosophy and mindful living. These arts serve as a gateway to inner peace and the preservation of compassion-based cultural traditions.

Compassionate Community Outreach
We serve our community through compassionate deeds and Dharma services. Our outreach includes prayer and blessing ceremonies, end-of-life spiritual support, support chanting for the deceased, as well as the provision of memorial and blessing tablets for the faithful.

Beyond these spiritual services, we are deeply committed to supporting vulnerable populations. We provide guidance to help individuals foster positive changes in their lives, truly embodying the Buddhist spirit of compassionate service to all beings.

Our Aspirations

  • Fostering Community: To deepen our roots in New York and enhance the presence of the Dharma in our local neighborhood.
  • Nurturing Practitioners: To cultivate a thriving Sangha through both online and offline practice, supporting dedicated students on their spiritual journey.
  • Spiritual Legacy: To establish the temple as a beacon of light, preserving these ancient traditions for generations to come.

The Temple’s Slogan: “Spreading the Dharma, Dispelling Ignorance, and Liberating All—With Great Compassion.”

Venerable Master Hongyuna Shi (泓雲法師)

Venerable Master HONGYUNA SHI (泓雲法師)

Visionary Spiritual Mentor | Zen Ink Master | Strategic Meta-science Consultant (Qimen Dunjia)

【Abbot’s Introduction】
Venerable Master HONGYUNA SHI (born Gu Yixiong, courtesy name Lingzi) is a visionary Spiritual Mentor, a distinguished Zen Ink Master, and a high-level practitioner of Qimen Dunjia (Ancient Chinese Strategic Meta-science). Currently serving as the Abbot of the American Ci Bei Temple and the Chief Strategic Meta-science Consultant at the New York Qimen Feng Shui Academy, he is widely recognized as a Zen master and an expert in metaphysical divination. Venerable Master Hongyuna Shi possesses profound experience and extraordinary mastery in the practical application of Qimen Dunjia and metaphysical arts.

His spiritual identity is intricately woven through a series of profound Dharma names, each marking a different stage of his soul’s evolution and his quest to uncover the essence of life: His Precept name, Yiyun (One Cloud), symbolizes a singular path of unsullied purity. His honorific name, Lingyun (Loong Spirit and Divine Thunder in the Clouds), evokes the image of a celestial dragon bridging the spiritual realms. Furthermore, his master-bestowed names—Cigu (Compassionate Ancient), representing a primordial compassion, and Yinzheng (Seal of Realization), signifying the attainment of awakening—reflect his deep perception of the spiritual self at various milestones of his cultivation.

Known by the poetic epithets “Half-Monk of the Sangha” and “Ancient Ling of the Celestial Court,” Master Hongyuna Shi conducts his creative and spiritual work from his studio, the Lingmiao Hermitage. Through his mastery of meta-science and the arts, he continues to perceive the intricate balance between the past and the future, guiding others toward spiritual awakening.

Born in Binzhou, China, in 1971, Master Hongyuna Shi graduated from the Art Department of Xi’an United University in 1995. He has held prestigious leadership roles, including President of the World Zen Art Research Institute and Vice President of the China Zen Art Academy (HK).

His spiritual journey began in his hometown, leading to his formal refuge in 1998 at the historic Great Ci’en Temple in Xi’an, marking the start of decades of integration between Chan Buddhist practice and the arts. Following his move to the United States, his path deepened in New York under the guidance of Elder Miao-Feng at Cihang Jingshe, where he studied the Avalokitesvara (Guan Yin) Dharma. Subsequently, a sacred pilgrimage across China’s revered sites and a transformative spiritual awakening propelled his mission to new heights.

In March 2021, he was appointed as the inaugural Zen Hall Supervisor of the American Tianfo Temple by the International Zen Buddhism Association (USA). In January 2023, he underwent the tonsure ceremony at the American Tianfo Temple to formally enter the monastic order, receiving the precept name “Yiyun" (One Cloud). At this pivotal moment, he pledged to dedicate his life to the Right Dharma and the spiritual awakening of society. In September 2023, he became a lineage disciple of Dharma Master Tianpei, inheriting the mantle and receiving the Dharma name “Yinzheng" (Seal of Realization). Deepening his practice in Pure Land Buddhism, he realized his compassionate vision on June 30, 2024, by founding the American Ci Bei Temple and serving as its inaugural Abbot.

Master Hongyuna Shi is the founder of the “Loongzen” lineage—a unique spiritual path that synthesizes the sudden enlightenment of Chan (Zen), the focused mindfulness of Pure Land, and the profound wisdom of the ancient spirit of “Loong"—traditionally revered in Eastern culture as the benevolent guardian and protector of the Buddha’s teachings. By bridging these sacred traditions with modern American culture, Loongzen has evolved into a distinct and practical approach to Buddhism in America.

This lineage seamlessly incorporates Strategic Meta-science into a modern system of cultivation. Much like a “metaphysical weather forecast,” it offers a highly practical method to balance Buddhist compassion with actionable wisdom, providing a navigation system for daily life. Master Hongyuna Shi advocates the philosophy that: “Life is the ultimate cultivation; Faith is the primordial source of power; Devotion is the gateway to the Way; and Harmony, Universal Love, and Great Compassion are the supreme manifestations of enlightenment.”

Spiritual Offerings & Compassionate Guidance
Master Hongyuna Shi provides a comprehensive range of spiritual support to the New York community, dedicated to alleviating suffering and illuminating the path of wisdom:

  • Dharma & Healing: Through Group Chanting, Blessing Ceremonies for obstacle removal, and Zen Art Lectures, seekers are guided to cultivate Great Compassion, accumulate merit, and sow the karmic seeds of a virtuous foundation.
  • Spiritual Guidance: Utilizing the Guan Yin Oracle (Divine Guidance) and Life Counseling to help individuals gain a profound understanding of their original Buddha-nature and the innate qualities they bring into this life. Through the Master’s insights, seekers are empowered to overcome confusion and align their choices with wisdom.
  • Strategic Consultations: Applying Qimen Dunjia Destiny Mapping (Predictive Analytics), Tai Sui Pacification, and Feng Shui Purification for residential and memorial sites. These sacred arts are used to optimize the trajectory of one’s destiny, achieving harmony by aligning with auspicious energies and averting misfortune.

Beyond providing strategic clarity, Master Hongyuna Shi utilizes his profound metaphysical gifts as a “skillful means” (Upaya) to alleviate the suffering of others. By guiding seekers through their most critical life decisions and transitions, he offers not only practical resolutions but also spiritual awakening. His ultimate mission is to inspire sentient beings to find refuge in the Three Jewels, cultivating a life of devotion, wisdom, and compassionate practice.

He is renowned for resolving life’s hardships, guiding sentient beings toward kindness, and empowering them to transform their destiny and attain enlightenment.

His Great Vow:
“Transcend ignorance to uphold the Right Dharma; inspire society to liberate all sentient beings.”

Master Hongyuna Shi is dedicated to guiding every soul from the shadows of ignorance into the radiance of the Pure Land.

Support the Temple: Cultivating Compassion and Wisdom

Our Mission
Established in New York City in 2024, American Ci Bei Temple Inc. is a nonprofit Buddhist Zen organization dedicated to spreading the Dharma, cultivating compassion, and guiding individuals toward wisdom and liberation. Under the spiritual leadership of Venerable Master Hongyuna Shi, we uphold the traditions of Zen and Pure Land, helping practitioners develop clarity, peace, and inner strength.

Spiritual & Cultural Guidance (Upaya)
Beyond our communal chanting and practice, we offer traditional Eastern wisdom as Upaya (skillful means) to help individuals navigate the challenges of modern life:

  • Zen Arts: Meditation, calligraphy, and ink painting.
  • Classical Wisdom: Guanyin Oracle lots, Qimen Dunjia, and traditional Feng Shui.

These practices provide comfort, perspective, and insight, helping individuals understand Eastern philosophy, make mindful choices, and align their lives with harmony and balance.
Note: All spiritual guidance is provided for cultural, historical, and educational purposes, in accordance with our mission to benefit the community.

The Practice of Dana (Generosity)
American Ci Bei Temple Inc. is committed to accessibility. We do not charge membership, service, or participation fees. All Dharma activities, meditation sessions, and cultural programs are offered free of charge. We rely entirely on the spirit of Dana (voluntary donation) to sustain our rent, daily operations, and ongoing mission. We warmly welcome your contributions to help us keep the light of the Dharma burning.

Educational Initiatives

  • Zen Art Center: A dedicated space for the study of Zen arts, meditation, and cultural preservation.
  • New York Qimen Fengshui Academy (QMFSA-NY): An educational initiative offering traditional studies in Qimen Dunjia and Feng Shui, fostering clarity and harmony through Eastern wisdom.

How to Support the Temple
Your contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

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Your kindness sustains the Dharma. Your generosity supports the community. Thank you for your compassionate offering.

美國慈悲寺介紹

美國慈悲寺是2024年6月30日在美國紐約市成立的佛教禪宗的宗教組織。首任住持由泓雲法師率四眾弟子護持弘法。本寺宗旨是，遠離無明，弘揚正法，警世導俗，倒駕慈航。宣揚大乘佛法與修行實踐，以佛法僧三寶為師，禪淨共修。推廣佛法傳播教化，服務社會。為紐約社區信眾提供了一個修行的道場和精神家園。

本寺供奉娑婆三聖和西方三聖。娑婆三聖，即釋迦摩尼佛是佛教教主，是凡人成佛的化身。左脅侍為觀世音菩薩，是救苦救難有求必應的化身。右脅侍為地藏王菩薩，是幽冥教主，也是孝子的化身，超拔冤親債主，消除宿世業障，求其冥福救贖；西方三聖，指西方極樂世界教主阿彌陀佛。左脅侍為觀世音菩薩，能伏外道魔憍慢。右脅侍為大勢至菩薩，以念佛證果為法界淨土初祖，恆念阿彌陀佛，以智慧之光普照一切，使人得到無上力量、威勢自在，接引眾生往生淨土。

本寺機構設有理事會，美國慈悲寺佛教會，禪堂。禪堂恭設有往生蓮位、長生祿位、平安符、安太歲、光明燈等祈福信眾，消災解難。本寺在泓雲法師的帶領下念佛共修，並有禪書法，和禪水墨畫講座，以及觀音靈簽、奇门遁甲占卜等服務。所有宗教活動對佛教徒都是免費服務，同時也接受信眾自願供養和功德捐款。

歡迎信眾前來禮佛祈福，共修般若，早證佛果！American Ci Bei Temple是在美國紐約州註冊的佛教禪宗宗教組織。具有聯邦國稅501(c)(3)免稅地位，捐款可抵稅。

感恩眾生大德護持本寺！佛光普照！

天池一雲淨土禪院，佛祖護佑法力加持；
觀音普渡救苦救難，地藏大願超拔債主；
摩訶那鉢證果初祖，恆念彌陀往生淨土。
南無極樂世界阿彌陀佛！
南無大悲觀世音菩薩！
南無精進大勢至菩薩！
南無本師釋迦摩尼佛！
南無大悲觀世音菩薩！
南無大愿地藏王菩薩！

釋泓雲（Venerable Hongyuna Shi）

釋泓雲（Venerable Hongyuna Shi）
精神導師 | 禪墨畫師 | 戰略元科學顧問
【住持簡介】
釋泓雲（Venerable Hongyuna Shi），法名慈古、印証，戒名一雲，法號龗雲、泓雲，以號行於世。法師是一位遠見卓識的精神導師、傑出的禪墨畫師及戰略元科學顧問(奇門遁甲)。現任美國慈悲寺住持，兼任紐約奇門風水研究院首席戰略元科學顧問。
法師俗名古一雄，字龗子。別號沙門半僧、天庭古龗，齋名龗淼精舍。曾用楊鵬古。1971年生於中國彬州，1995年畢業於西安聯合大學師範學院藝術系。歷任世界禪藝術研究院院長，中國禪林畫院（HK）副院長，美國天佛寺禪堂堂主。
法師靈性修行之旅始於中國彬州。1998年，他在西安歷史悠久的大慈恩寺正式皈依佛門，成為一名佛教徒，開始了數十載的參禪行藝實踐，法師天資通禪道玄學，擅書畫，自成一家。移居美國後在紐約慈航精舍妙峰長老的門下學習觀音心法。在遍訪中國名山聖地並經歷了深刻的靈性覺醒後，法師的弘法使命邁向了新的高度。
2021年3月，受美國國際禪宗佛教總會聘請，出任美國天佛寺禪堂首任堂主，並負責主持工作。2023年1月，法師在美國天佛寺出家，戒名“一雲”，發大願弘法利世。2023年9月，泓雲戒子在紐約拜天沛法師為師，師父賜法名“印証”，修學淨土法門，承傳衣缽。
2024年6月30日，為踐行慈悲宏願，法師在紐約布魯克林創立美國龍禪慈悲道場，並任首任住持。其弘揚實踐的「龍禪法脈」，融合了禪宗的頓悟開般若、淨土法門的一念誦持佛號、「戰略元科學」（Strategic Meta-science，包含觀音靈籤和奇門遁甲實踐等，猶如天氣預報可為信眾生活決策提供實用的參考）、以及中國龍文化智慧精髓，和美國現代文明的價值觀，形成現實生活中極其務實的修行心法。該法脈既包含佛教的慈悲與解脫，又有東方文明智慧的實踐與應用，來廣種福田，培植善根，利於和諧奉獻服務社區。法師倡導「生活就是修行，信仰是力量之源，虔誠是入門鑰匙，和諧博愛和大慈悲心，是修行境界之體現」。

法師常年為紐約信眾提供：念佛共修、開壇祈福消災和薦亡超度法會、禪書畫講座、解觀音靈籤、奇門測運等戰略元科學諮詢服務。法師擅長為人排憂解難，引導眾生向善學佛，遷善改運和早證佛果！法師大願：「遠離無明，弘揚正法，驚世導俗，倒駕慈航。」
泓雲法師致力於引導每一個靈魂，從無明陰影，走向淨土光明！

Timeless Wisdom for Modern Life. Your Compass for Inner Clarity.