Dharma Drum Mountain
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Dharma Drum Mountain (DDM) (Chinese:法鼓山, Hanyu Pinyin: Fa Gu Shan) is an international Buddhist cultural and educational foundation founded by Chan Master Sheng-yen. The headquarters of this organization are located in Jinshan township outside of Taipei, Taiwan. The goals of Dharma Drum are to spread Buddhist teachings and Chan methods so as to build a Pure Land on Earth.
Dharma Drum Mountain is one of the most influential Buddhist organizations in Chinese Buddhism. Its impact on Buddhist circles (in the East and West) and society stems from the vision, charisma, and life experience of Master Sheng-yen.
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