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The Festival of Fools: A Tale of Wisdom
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The Festival of Fools: A Tale of Wisdom
Once there was a festival which had been organized by fools. It was called the ‘Festival of Fools’ and lasted for seven full days. The fools of the town would sit in a circle and get drunk before goin
Once there was a Festival of Fools characterized by reckless behavior of drunken townsfolk. A group of Buddha's followers, having achieved stream-entry, chose to meditate instead of participating. Upo
Unveiling the Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics
the Buddha with his own eyes, does not he really 'see' the Buddha? It didn't make any reference in the text to any blindness or physical disabil- ity which Vakkali might have possessed. Why then, shou
Quantum mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the behavior of matter and light on the smallest scales. It reveals that particles can exist in multiple states simultaneously, known as superp
Children Who Want Their Father to Quit Drinking
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Children Who Want Their Father to Quit Drinking
Even the Lord Buddha, once enlightened, did not immediately return to Kapilavatthu City to give a Dhamma talk to his father. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened. I
Even the Lord Buddha, once enlightened, did not immediately return to Kapilavatthu City to give a Dhamma talk to his father. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened. I
การหล่อพระพุทธรูป
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การหล่อพระพุทธรูป
The casting of Buddha images Buddha images are symbols of virtue. They remind people to stop doing bad, to keep doing good and to purify the mind. Therefore, those involved in the casting of Buddha im
The casting of Buddha images Buddha images are symbols of virtue. They remind people to stop doing bad, to keep doing good and to purify the mind. Therefore, those involved in the casting of Buddha im
Overcoming Kilesa: A Buddhist Perspective
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Overcoming Kilesa: A Buddhist Perspective
learn how to improve and "win" the internal battle against our own kilesa. Although people generally recognize the fact that they acquire bad habits throughout their lives, they may not recognize that
This book explores the concept of kilesa, or our negative tendencies and habits, through a Buddhist lens. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our imperfections and understanding that the acc
Exploring the Center of the Body in Meditation
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Exploring the Center of the Body in Meditation
Thus, the phrase 『息中具有四大。心在中』 can be interpreted as: "the mind should be located at the centre of the body while breathing (in and out)." The precise position of the centre of the body where the mind
This text examines the phrase 'the mind should be located at the center of the body while breathing in and out.' It references the teachings of PhraMongkolthepmuni regarding the center's location abov
Growth of Dhammakaya Foundation's Global Influence
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Growth of Dhammakaya Foundation's Global Influence
ROM QUALITY GREW QUANTITY The reputation for training offered by the Dhammakaya Foundation has spread primarily by word of mouth, increasing the popularity of activities held, as the years pass by. P
The Dhammakaya Foundation's dedication to meditation training has led to a significant reputation, expanding through word of mouth and enhancing lives. Local branches in Thailand and abroad facilitate
Reflections on Buddhist Ordination by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Reflections on Buddhist Ordination by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
Later on, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo reflected his thoughts on ordination that: “Ordaining as a Buddhist monk is not an easy task, just simply donning a saffron robe is not enough. One must train oneself t
…to monk's disciplines. His commitment to spreading Buddhism exemplifies true dedication to the Lord Buddha's teachings, inspiring many to follow his path of ordination, which persists today. The essence of his message …
The Importance of Studying Lord Buddha's Teachings
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The Importance of Studying Lord Buddha's Teachings
During the course of their education, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo would like students to see the value of their studies of the Lord Buddha’s teachings, and wants them to be proud and love their studies. Mor
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes that students should value their studies of the Lord Buddha's teachings and take pride in it. He encourages them to study diligently and understand the truth of Buddhism b…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
The text explores how good and bad actions are judged in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of intention in determining Kamma. It reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misu
Popular Dhamma Topics
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Popular Dhamma Topics
Popular Dhamma Topics INDEX 1. Buddhism 2. The Buddha’s Life 3. The Teachings of the Buddha - The Four Noble Truths (Noble Truths of Suffering) - The Noble Eightfold Path (the Path to end suffe
This page provides an index of popular Dhamma topics within Buddhism. It covers key concepts such as the Buddha's life, core teachings like the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, and esse
Understanding Buddhism: A Cosmic Religion
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Understanding Buddhism: A Cosmic Religion
BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on
Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it
Congratulatory Message on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day
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Congratulatory Message on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day
VIETNAM BUDDIST SANGHA PHO MINH PAGODA --- oOo --- Kusalacitto Mahathero Abbot of Pho Minh Pagoda Vice President of the Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha Address: 2 Thien Ho Duong Str
On the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day, Kusalacitto Mahathero, the Abbot of Pho Minh Pagoda, extends warmest congratulations. This occasion marks over five decades of the instit
The Heir to the Buddha’s Teaching
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The Heir to the Buddha’s Teaching
This book envisions the student of Dhamma as being an “heir” to the Buddha’s Teaching who has the responsibility to study them to the point where they understand them sufficiently deeply to instil the
This book envisions the student of Dhamma as an 'heir' to the Buddha's Teaching, emphasizing the need to understand and instill these teachings in future generations. The author expresses gratitude to
Understanding the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
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Understanding the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
[vāddha-saṃsāra] on the levels of the Sensual Plane, the Form Plane and the Formless Plane so that we can enter upon Nirvana. Thus in the inauguration of the Dhamma to the world, these two reasons are
The Dhammacakka pavattana Sutta marks the inaugural teaching of the Buddha, delivered at Isipatana Deer Park two months post-enlightenment. This Sutta introduces foundational concepts in Dhamma, empha
Understanding Dhammakāya: A Scholarly Interpretation
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Understanding Dhammakāya: A Scholarly Interpretation
Points to Consider It may be observed that the difference in previous scholarly interpretations of the term dhammakāya in this passage mainly pertains to the inter-relatedness of two distinctive meani
This text delves into scholarly interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya', emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of 'dhamma' as both a realized reality and a verbal expression. It identifies
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
First, as a *kammadhāra* compound, the translation of the term *dhammākāya* will be ‘the body that is transcendental (lokuttara) dhamma’ or ‘the body that is Nibbāna.’ This gives a similar sense as th
The term Dhammakaya can be viewed in two ways: as a kammadhāra compound translated to mean 'the body that is transcendental dhamma' or as a tappurisa compound meaning 'body pertaining to transcendenta
Wat Buddha Temples in Europe
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Wat Buddha Temples in Europe
Wat Buddha Hamburg Wilhelm Str. 34, D-21640 Horneburg, Deutschland Tel: + (49) 041-6382-6924 E-mail: [email protected] ITALY Wat Buddha Milano Via Dello Scoiattolo 7 21052 Busto Arsizio (VA), I
This document provides essential contact information for various Wat Buddha temples located in Europe, including Germany, Italy, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland. The temples aim to promote Buddhist te
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey within you!" Jon, obviously not afraid of the hard questions, asks, "Could you tell me what you think is the difference between Buddha and Jesus?" Luang Por says, "Buddha teaches th
…ng discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the concept of self-enlightenment an…
The Path to Self-Reliance Through Meditation
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The Path to Self-Reliance Through Meditation
to put this into practice, it takes a lot of practice. So, we see that **good habits + good teachings + meditation = self-reliance**. "In Buddhism, there is an overview of knowledge that we learn f
บทความนี้นําเสนอวิธีการที่การปฏิบัติและสมาธิสามารถนํามาซึ่งการพึ่งพาตนเอง ตามแนวทางที่พระพุทธเจ้าได้วางไว้ การทำสมาธิช่วยให้จิตใจสงบ ช่วยให้เรากลับพบกับความสุขและความสดใสที่แท้จริง ด้วยการฝึกฝนและการม