2025《道耀西方 慈光領航》發一崇德英文道學交流研討會 側記

為了促進道學在西方文化中更廣泛深入傳播，來自新加坡道場，溫哥華，休士頓及臺灣，約50位點傳師壇主講師，於8月23、24日齊聚舊金山道務中心崇慧佛院，進行首次英文道學交流研討。

在天恩師德庇佑下，兩天的課程，對「道」跨越文化宗教的本質討論，結合各地英文班務及學界班務的實踐經驗，激發了英文道學多方位思考與借鑑。

負責群馬點傳師8月日23親臨現場指導慈悲：「用英文傳道是必然的趨勢。」研究整理道學的英文材料是未來啟動的工作。經驗證實，即使將道學翻譯成英文，若沒有顧及到對方的文化背景，道的尊貴含義就很難被對方接納。

將道融合在對方的文化語言中，才能真正將道傳播，這是此次研討會的重點。翻譯避免說一句翻一句，要調整為聽完一段話才翻譯，對方才能聽懂我們要表達的內涵。翻譯人才要融合地方文化將精神內容翻譯出來，彰顯道的真義。

開創融合文化的弘道契機
道的本體與道務實踐的各層次討論，皆專注於如何使西方的眾生能契合與體悟道的尊貴。

道不是一種信仰或說服，而是一種喚醒內在真我共鳴的覺知；它呼應著西方文化與宗教的核心，融入現代生活人們內心最深的需求。

我們擔待著殊勝的一貫真傳天命，是真正的修道者，分別於各宗教的修行人。即便我們講不同的語言，植根不同的文化，信仰不同的宗教，但我們感受的是同樣的人類情感，我們有貫穿靈魂與道的連結；將道氣淋漓盡致地表現出來便是最好的傳道方式。

量身訂做全英文修辦環境
建立全英文佛堂，為西方道親修辦道，提供量身訂做的環境，使他們在道場有歸屬感。傳承下一代青年，佛堂就是家，體察他們的需要，體諒他們的困難，給予陪伴，鼓勵，卻也要求他們遵循教導，為家付出，無形中歷練道務。道務要傳承，道棒要接續，貴在道場上下團結一致，與道契合，將道弘揚。

新加坡製作的《Our Dream》影片善歌，學界道務活力的展現盡致抒發。三種語言匯成一曲，示現道超越語言，不分國際，同臻至善，展現白陽天使的使命與擔當。

經驗分享凝聚道心與共識
研討會每個議題分各小組討論，每一組皆來自不同道場、道務中心的點傳師和壇主講師組成。大家分享各中心的經驗、遇到的瓶頸，互相學習。討論也達成共議，要成立英文道學的詞彙統一小組，進行英文道學統一教科書的編制，並且建立英文善歌庫。

馬點傳師慈悲指導，首次英文道學交流，傳題、討論座談，以西化又活潑的方式感到鼓舞，傳題內容豐富深刻。期待下次的研討會，個人論點融合，形成系統的論題，大家達成共識。

攜手前行齊推動光耀萬邦
首次全英文道學交流研討會，不僅深化了不同文化背景道親的理解與連結，也為未來英文道學的發展奠定了堅實基礎。我們持續攜手努力，融合東西文化智慧，推動道學在西方更加廣傳深植，讓大道傳遍萬國九州。

圖文/舊金山道務中心

2025 English Tao Exchange Held in San Francisco
Bridging East and West, Spreading the Tao Worldwide

On August 23–24, 2025, around fifty Tao Transmitting Masters, lecturers, temple hosts, from Singapore, Vancouver, Houston, Chicago and Taiwan gathered at the San Francisco Tao Center, Chong-Hui Grand Temple, for the first-ever English Tao Exchange in Northern America. Guided by the Grace of Heaven and the virtues of our Holy Teachers, White Water Holy Emperor, and Never-Resting Bodhisattva, the participants held discussions about pragmatic approaches to spreading the boundless Tao to native English-speakers. 

An Opportunity in Tao Propagation through Cultural Fusion
The entire exchange was conducted in English. Tao Transmitting Master Ma from the Chong-De Committee-in-Charge and Tao Transmitting Master Zhou from the San Francisco Tao Center delivered opening remarks. Master Ma reminded everyone that spreading Tao in English is inevitable as Tao propagation extends beyond the Chinese-speaking communities. He emphasized that direct word-for-word translations may not suffice; interpretations must integrate the cultural background of the audience in order for them to understand the noble essence of Tao. Translators must therefore not only understand the language, but also embody the local culture, so that the true spirit of Tao may shine forth.

Creating a Primarily English-Speaking Space for Cultivation
Throughout the sessions, participants explored topics ranging from the universality of Tao to practical experiences in local English Tao classes. Lecturer Su and Lecturer Guo from San Francisco highlighted that Tao is not a belief system, but an awakening of the true self. Lecturer Qiu and Lecturer Hor emphasized that Tao resonates deeply with the core of Western thought and religion, responding to the innermost needs of modern people. Lecturer Huang noted that Tao members carry the sacred mission for we have been transmitted the true Tao. Lecturer Fang from Vancouver stressed that beyond language and culture, what unites all is the shared human spirit. Lecturer Yash and Lecturer Tony from Vancouver further shared the vision of establishing full-English Tao temples, providing native English-speaking Tao members with a spiritual home in which they can fully participate. Lecturer Hsueh and Lecturer Hu from San Francisco reminded that passing Tao to the younger generation requires treating the temple as a family—offering guidance, a sense of belonging, and also responsibility. Lecturer James from Taichung indicated that Tao affairs must be inherited, and the Tao baton must be passed on. Singapore shared a trilingual song they produced: "Our Dream", that showcased the vibrancy of the Chong-De Youth. 

Reaching Consensus through Sharing of Experiences
Each topic was enriched with inspiring small group discussions, where participants from different centers harbored vulnerability when sharing truthful experiences and challenges. A key outcome of these discussions was the agreement that standardized I-Kuan Tao terminology, English holy songs, and a modified curriculum were needed. 

Tao Transmitting Master Ma praised the pioneering spirit of this first all-English Tao Exchange. He was inspired by the lively presentations, the depth of content, and the Western-friendly discussion formats. Looking ahead, he encouraged participants to build consensus in the development of a systematic Tao studies framework that would enable the expansion of Tao propagation to the English-speaking communities. 

Advancing Together Toward a Bright Future
As the first English Tao Exchange in Northern America ended, participants departed with hearts full of inspiration, strengthened by shared purpose and a deeper understanding of how Tao can flourish across cultures. Though the gathering lasted just two days, the seeds planted will continue to grow—through ongoing collaboration, dedicated practice, and the compassionate guidance of our Heavenly Mandated Enlightened Masters, White Water Holy Emperor, and Never-Resting Bodhisattva. With unity, wisdom, and sincerity, may we continue to bridge East and West and bring the light of Tao to all corners of the world. 

Article/Photos Provided By: San Francisco Tao Center