International Dhammadayada Ordination Program (IDOP12)
Join the International Monk Ordination Training Program with International Dhammadaya Ordination ProgramApril 5th - May 4th, 2014 andJuly 6th - August 4th, 2014Eligibility1. Male, heterosexual, between the ages of 18 and 60;2. Of good mental and physical health, free from infectious diseases, drug or alcohol dependence, facial piercings, inappropriate tattoos, and severe physical handicaps;3. Content with non-vegetarian diet and simple accommodation provided by the temple;4. Free from commitments that might cause interruptions during the program such as examinations and vocational placements;5. Willing to strictly follow IDOP instructions and observe the Buddhist Eight Precepts as part of the training experience. The Eight Precepts involve abstaining from taking the life of any creature; stealing; unchastely; speaking falsely or abusively or maliciously; consuming alcohol or intoxicants; taking food after midday; dancing, singing romantic songs, perfume and cosmetics; and sleeping on luxurious high seats or beds;6. Have a visa valid for at least 60 days stay in Thailand.How To Apply1. Fill in the Online Application Form (at www.ordinationthai.org) and submit it to the temple from there.2. If the application gets through, you will receive an immediate automatic response.3. Once your application is approved and your eligibility is confirmed, you will receive a notification from the temple via email sometime later.4. After receiving such notification, you will be asked to obtain a medical examination record with a physician’s statement confirming that you are in good health. It should be presented to the temple’s ordination staff upon arrival.5. As a successful applicant, you will be asked to provide a written permission/acknowledgement from your parents, guardian, spouse or relative, whichever is applicable in your case. This should be presented upon arrival.What you will need to bring1. Passport and a photocopy of your passport.2. Photocopies of applicants’ identification documents.3. Two recent 2" passport-style photographs of the application.4. Written permission from applicant’s parents or guardian.5. Medical examination record with physician’s statement of guaratee.6. A small amount of cash for the registration fee 5,500 baht and for taxi fees from and to the airport upon arrival and departure.7. Personal medication (if any).8. Personal toiletries.
What's IDOP?International Dhammadayada Ordination Program was first organized in 2005. Aim to open the chance for foreigner from worldwide to be a Buddhist monk.IDOP – 70th Year Phrathepyanmahamuni ScheduleTraining Period 5th April – 4th May 2014Days 30 DaysLanguages ENGRegistration 5th April 2014Hair Clipping Ceremony 10th April 2014Ordination Practice 13 – 16th April 2014Ordination Rehearsal 17th April 2014Ordination Day 19th April 2014Alms Offering For New Monk Celebration 20th April 2014Meditation At Retreat Site 23 – 3rd April 2014Return To Dhammakaya Temple 2nd May 2014Program End 4th May 2014IDOP #12 ScheduleTraining Period 6th July – 4th August 2014Days 30 DaysLanguages ENG/CHILast day of Registration 1st July 2014Registration 6th July 2014Hair Shaving Ceremony 10th July 2014Ordination Day 19th July 2014Program End 4th August 2014
Daily Schedule
04.30 Wake Up05.00 Morning Chanting, Meditation Session, and Spreading Loving Kindness06.30 Community Services07.10 Breakfast09.15 Meditation Session and Dhamma Talk11.00 Lunch12.30 Personal Time14.00 Meditation Session and Dhamma Talk16.15 Exercise17.00 Refreshments18.30 Evening Chanting19.00 Meditation Session and Dhamma Talk21.00 Personal Time21.30 Sleep in PeaceFor more information, go to www.ordinationthai.orgEmail us at: [email protected]Call us at: 081 - 448-3548, (or) 081 - 619-8708
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