The shrine of the Main Hall is dedicated to the historical Founder of Buddhism, Shakyamuni Buddha. He was born in Northern India more than 2,500 years ago as Prince Siddhartha Gautama. At the age of 29, he chose to renounce in search of Enlightenment out of Compassion for all beings. After He attained Enlightenment at 35, he taught the Truth inspiringly and tirelessly for 45 years before passing into Final Nirvana* at 80. His life is full of inspiring stories of how He touched people from all walks of life with His Wisdom and Compassion.

Above the Buddha, the higher sign reads "The Precious (or Treasure) Hall of Great Magnificence or 'Great Strength' or 'Great Hero'." The Buddha is considered the greatest of all heroes because He had conquered Himself. The lower sign reads "Teacher of Men and Gods"- this is one of the 10 special titles of the Buddha. Upon closer look, you will see a glass stupa in front of the Buddha. It houses a portion of the Buddha's relics- presented to the temple by a renown Sri Lankan temple in 1998.

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