Our Vision
At Persatuan Buddhist Hilir Perak (PBHP), our vision is to spread the light of the Buddha-Dhamma for the peace and true happiness of one and all. We hope to grow a community that’s spiritually grounded, compassionate, and connected through the Dhamma.
We take a non-sectarian approach, welcoming the wisdom of all Buddhist traditions—Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Rather than focus on differences, we emphasise the heart of the teachings that unite us. Our talks, programs, and library resources reflect this spirit of openness and harmony.
With a bilingual approach using both Chinese and English, we aim to make the Dhamma accessible across generations and cultures—so that more people can learn, reflect, and find meaning in their own way.
We believe in using diverse and skillful means to share the Dhamma—offering activities for all ages, from children and teenagers to working adults and seniors. Whether it’s through classes, discussions, or community service, we try to make learning the Dhamma practical and relevant to everyday life.
At the same time, we try to balance reaching out and looking within—serving the community while also encouraging personal growth and self-cultivation. Guided by the spirit of “Serve to be perfect, be perfect to serve,” we do our best to walk the path together.
我们的愿景
下霹雳佛教会 (Persatuan Buddhist Hilir Perak），我们的愿景是弘扬佛陀的法灯，为一切众生带来和平与真正的快乐。我们希望建立一个在佛法中扎根、富有慈悲心、彼此相连的社区。
我们秉持不分宗派的原则，欢迎南传、汉传和藏传佛教的智慧与修行传统。不强调差异，而是注重能将我们连结在一起的核心教义。我们的弘法讲座、课程以及图书馆资源皆体现了这种开放与和谐的精神。
我们采取双语教学，以中文和英文进行弘法，让不同年龄层和文化背景的人都能学习佛法、深入思考，并在自己的生活中找到意义。
我们也运用多种善巧方便来弘扬佛法——为儿童、青少年、成人到长者，提供适合各个阶段的活动。不论是课程、讨论会或社区服务，我们都努力让佛法学习更贴近现实生活。
同时，我们努力在对外弘法与自我反思之间取得平衡——一方面服务社会，另一方面也鼓励个人成长与自我修持。在“服务中成就圆满，以圆满而服务”的精神引导下，我们共同走在这条修学之路上。
Our Story
The beginnings of our community trace back to the personal journey of our founder, Bro. Oh Teik Bin. Coming from a traditional Chinese and Taoist background, his early search for truth led him through various religious and philosophical paths. During his years as a teacher, he encountered the profound teachings of the Buddha, which brought clarity, purpose, and a deep sense of inner peace. Moved by the transformative power of the Dhamma, he felt inspired to share its wisdom with others.
In the 1980s, he and a few like-minded friends came together with the shared vision of establishing a Dhamma centre to serve the Teluk Intan and Lower Perak region. This vision took form with the founding of PBHP in 1987. From 1987 to 1993, the community operated from members’ homes and rented spaces. A significant milestone was reached in 1994 when PBHP moved into its very first building.
Thanks to the tireless dedication and generosity of its members and supporters, PBHP has grown steadily over the years. Today, it stands as a vibrant society with its own premises that include puja halls for worship, a library for study, auditorium and classrooms for learning and reflection. These facilities have greatly enhanced our capacity for outreach and education in the local community.
What began as a personal spiritual journey has blossomed into a collective effort to learn, serve, and grow together in the Dhamma. At the heart of all our efforts is the aspiration to connect hearts through Dhamma—spreading its light for the peace and true happiness of all.
我们的故事
我们社区的起源可追溯到创办人 吴德民居士 的一段个人修行之路。他出身于传统的华人道教家庭，早年便踏上了寻求真理的旅程，曾探索过多种宗教与哲学体系。在担任教师的岁月中，他接触到佛陀深奥的教法，这份智慧为他带来了清晰的方向、人生的意义，以及深沉的内在安宁。因感受到佛法的转化力量，他生起了将此智慧分享给他人的愿心。
1980年代，他与几位志同道合的朋友共同发心，希望在安顺与下霹雳地区建立一个佛法学习与弘扬的中心。这个愿景最终于1987年实现，并促成了**霹雳下霹雳佛教会（PBHP）**的成立。从1987年至1993年，该团体在会员的住家及租用的场所中运作。1994年，PBHP迎来了一个重要的里程碑——搬迁至首座属于自己的会所。
在会员与护持者不懈的奉献与支持下，PBHP 多年来持续稳健成长。如今，PBHP 已拥有自己的会所，设有礼佛殿、佛法图书馆、多用途礼堂以及课室，为学习、共修和反思提供良好的环境。这些设施极大地提升了我们在本地社区进行弘法与教育的能力。
从一段个人的修行路，发展为一场集体学习、服务与共修的佛法实践。我们一切努力的核心，是秉持着以佛法连结人心的初心——愿将佛法之光广泛弘扬，为众生带来安宁与真正的幸福。