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Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
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Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
… Dhammajayo was very disciplined in the monastic codes of conduct and studied very hard in the Lord Buddha’s Teachings. During all of this, he also gave sermons to laypeople at ‘Ban Dhammaprasit’ (Meditatio…
In this inspiring story, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo embraces monastic discipline and passionately shares Buddha's teachings. His sermons at Ban Dhammaprasit draw large crowds, leading to a need for relocation to…
Dhamma Quiz: Path of Progress Project
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Dhamma Quiz: Path of Progress Project
…n for Dhamma study amongst youngsters. The Quiz programme gives everybody a chance to study Dhamma (Buddha's Teachings) in detail. It brings the "38 Blessings of Life", Teaching into light by simplifying th…
…Dhamma studies. Supported by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, this initiative helps youngsters understand the Buddha's teachings and the 38 Blessings of Life, making them applicable to daily life. Through interactive…
Youth Guidance Through Buddhist Teachings
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Youth Guidance Through Buddhist Teachings
…y role in teaching and guiding youths with the right way of living according to teachings from Lord Buddha. The project’s purpose was to improve their morality; maintain their beautiful culture; and instill…
…s project played a significant role in educating Thai youths on the right way of living as per Lord Buddha's teachings. Aimed at enhancing morality and fostering love for the nation, religion, and the monar…
Training and Educational Policies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Training and Educational Policies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…be amenable monks, and can be beacons of faith for followers and to be capable of teaching the Lord Buddha’s Dhamma so that they can bring true peace to the world. Besides setting a strict policy for the…
…h meditation. This approach aims to prepare monks to serve as beacons of faith and educators of the Buddha’s Dhamma, fostering true peace. Additionally, he established The School of Buddhist Doctrine in 198…
Pali Studies Graduate Congratulations Ceremony
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Pali Studies Graduate Congratulations Ceremony
…ying for the examinations. At the same time, they are also devoting themselves to studying the Lord Buddha's teachings. Eventually, they will become quality instructors of Dhamma and will lead people to pra…
…r, vocabulary, and preparing for exams while also immersing themselves in the teachings of the Lord Buddha. Graduates are expected to become quality instructors of Dhamma, guiding others towards virtuous de…
Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
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Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
Each centre has regular meditation practise and activities including offering sustenance to Buddha on every first Sunday of the month, dedicating merit to the decreased, releasing fish and other cre…
Each centre hosts regular meditation practices and activities like offering sustenance to Buddha, dedicating merit to the deceased, and releasing creatures. Special ceremonies are complemented by …
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's Teachings on Buddhism and Inner Peace
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's Teachings on Buddhism and Inner Peace
…t makes the world free from trouble. If everyone in this world watches DMC and understands the Lord Buddha’s Dhamma, his or her heart will be cool and calm. No war will exist, and this is the path to true w…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo promotes compassion and the teachings of the Buddha through the DMC channel, guiding individuals towards inner peace and happiness. His approach emphas…
Creating World Peace Through Collective Effort
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Creating World Peace Through Collective Effort
…ould continue. But we must do it together in order for true peace to happen in this world. The Lord Buddha said, “Natti Santi Param Sukham”. (Pali) There is no greater happiness than stilling the mind. Peac…
…n. The true essence of peace comes from a collective intention and meditation. The teaching of Lord Buddha, “Natti Santi Param Sukham,” reminds us that greater happiness lies in calming the mind. To foster …
The Teachings of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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The Teachings of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
immersing himself in the study and practice of the Buddha's pure teachings. For almost 40 years, he has always emphasized to the thousands of those who follo…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has dedicated nearly 40 years to promoting the Buddha's teachings, asserting that true world peace originates from inner peace. He emphasizes everyone's …
Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
…s the best possible care of the family’s heart, the problems will be resolved in the end. The Lord Buddha gave a Dhamma discourse pertaining to a method that can be utilized as a basis for daily life and a…
…ution to family dilemmas is found in understanding the heart of the family and the teachings of the Buddha. Dhamma for Laypersons comprises four core principles: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, and s…
The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
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The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
…like the earth, which does not flinch at aromatic or smelly things that are thrown on it. The Lord Buddha once said to Venerable Rahula about the importance of keeping our mind still like the earth: "If a…
…ning a calm and unwavering mind amidst life's uncertainties. Drawing from the teachings of the Lord Buddha to Venerable Rahula, it illustrates the need for indifference to external circumstances, akin to th…
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
…ight Worldly* Conditions and will, therefore, be in a state of suffering all the time. The Lord Buddha understood the truth of everything in this world. He taught meditation so people could learn to st…
…ir minds through meditation, akin to the unshakable earth. The message reflects the teaching of the Buddha on how awareness of these realities can help alleviate suffering and lead to a more profound unders…
Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
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Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice th…
The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dā…
Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
… of many ashrams, a center that helped spread Buddhism throughout India during the time of the Lord Buddha. The temple was built in the town of Savatthi, in the county of Kosol. An enormous fortune was spen…
Lady Visakha was a prominent Upasika who played a vital role in Buddhism. She built Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, contributing an extraordinary fortune. She initiated the tradition of offering robes for
Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
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Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
…a. Her family had a very important role in the economy of both counties during the time of the Lord Buddha. **Ten Suggestions From a Father to His Daughter on Her Wedding Day** When she came of age Lady V…
…the context of family and community values, reflecting historical insights from the era of the Lord Buddha, and offer a glimpse into the significance of kinship in personal relationships. For more historica…
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Life and Rebirth
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Life and Rebirth
The Lord Buddha taught that: 1. It is not the end of all things when we die. 2. When you perform good deeds you wil…
The Lord Buddha emphasizes that death is not the end. Good deeds lead to Heaven, while bad deeds lead to hell. Puri…
Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
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Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
…put the clay in the mold. If we have a mold for a bowl, we will get a bowl. If we have a mold for a Buddha image, and we put clay in the mold, we will have a Buddha image to pay homage to. This same piece o…
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons
The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
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The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
…hat the physical heart and the ethereal heart are two different things. In the Tripitaka, the Lord Buddha spoke of a number of subjects that were unknown to science at the time. He said thousands of years …
บทความนี้ศึกษาความแตกต่างระหว่างหัวใจทางกายภาพกับหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยยกตัวอย่างจากพระไตรปิฎกที่บอกถึงแนวคิดที่ไม่เป็นที่รู้จักในสมัยนั้น เช่น การมีจักรวาลมากกว่าหนึ่งจักรวาล และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุ
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
… do the right thing. As a first step to gain merit, I suggest first practicing generosity. The Lord Buddha stated that to gain the maximum merit, giving should meet these four criteria, namely: 1. Wholesome…
…. By maintaining a clear and bright mind, individuals can foster joy and positive actions. The Lord Buddha's four criteria for giving highlight the significance of wholesome intentions in merit-making. Foll…
The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
…the Five Precepts are not Observed** The Five Precepts were here even before the birth of the Lord Buddha. He, through the incomparable power of His enlightenment, came to know the existence of the Five Pr…
The Five Precepts, known before the birth of Buddha, are vital for maintaining peace on earth. They quantify human behavior: observing all means being …