The shrine room is a place where Buddhists can put the Buddha's teachings into practice and progress along their path towards Nibbana. It is a very important room to Buddhists, a room where great transformation can take place if the Buddha's teachings are practiced thoroughly. They make offerings at the shrine to thank the Buddha and show their gratitude for the special thing he has given them. It is not `worshipping' as such but they are reverencing him and putting his teachings into practice. The shrine room is a simple and spacious layout. This reflects the Buddhist need for a simple life free from distractions so that the mind can be focused on the aim of reaching enlightenment. Features and furnishings of the shrine room assist the belief and practice of Buddhism for Buddhists. The furnishings help to keep them focused on their own Buddhist path. Many of...