10 Facts About Benhuan

Benhuan was a Buddhist monk, Chan master and religious leader in China.

Benhuan held several abbatial posts, such as being first abbot of the Hongfa Temple in Shenzhen, Guangdong.

Benhuan was the honorary president of the Buddhist Association of China in 2010, holding the position until his death in 2012.

Benhuan was born as Zhang Zhishan in 1907 in Xinzhou, Hubei Province.

Benhuan went to the old-style private school when he was 7 years old and became an apprentice in the local grocery store.

Benhuan became a monk in 1930 and was the 44th generation lineage holder of the Linji school.

Benhuan promoted Buddhism in more than 20 countries and regions, attracting more than 2 million followers.

Benhuan was regarded as an eminent Buddhist both in China and overseas.

Benhuan became a centenarian in 2007, and died on April 2,2012, age 104.

Benhuan died in the Hongfa Temple in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, according to an announcement of the temple posted on its official website.