Monastic vs Secular Life in Buddhism East Meets West หน้า 25
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This text discusses the differences between monastic and secular life through the eyes of a Buddhist perspective. It highlights how a renunciation of material wealth and societal status opens the path to true happiness through Dhamma attainment. In the West, happiness often correlates with material possessions like cars and houses. However, for Buddhists, the essence of a fulfilling life lies in inner peace and enlightenment, which surpasses transient worldly happiness. The dialogue points out that while external sources can provide temporary joy, the ultimate value in life is achieved through spiritual fulfillment, making a clear distinction between the two lifestyles. The conversation also acknowledges the importance of basic material needs while stressing the superiority of inner contentment through Dhamma.

หัวข้อประเด็น

-Monastic Life
-Secular Life
-Dhamma Attainment
-Buddhism and Happiness
-Value of Life

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Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por although he had abundant wealth, dignity, power, and servants. Finally, he renounced the world and sought to ordain since he realized that a family life does not encourage the Dhamma attainment. Is that clear to you? : It seems as if we in the west only find happiness when we buy a new car or a big house, and have a lot of material things around us. I think that you have good inspired thinking, so I wonder, what gives a Buddhist life value? : What matters most to Buddhists is Dhamma attainment, because happiness obtained from external sources such as family, dignity, power, and fortune are still limited. They coexist with life's obligations. But happiness and joy from Dhamma attainment is boundless and superior to a household life. Then the value of life can be achieved through the attainment of Dhamma that exists within oneself. Having said that, I would also like to emphasize a basic need for material 25
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