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University Buddhist Club Initiatives
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University Buddhist Club Initiatives
University Buddhist Club Realizing the need for students to have sufficient moral knowledge to match their academic knowledge, the Dhammakaya Foundation has encouraged students to organize their own
The University Buddhist Club, endorsed by the Dhammakaya Foundation, aims to enhance students' moral understanding alongside their academic pursuits. The Foundation supports the International Buddhist
The Role of Buddhism in Society
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The Role of Buddhism in Society
"Digested from speech of Pramạhā Boonthavy Vilaichakr Buddhism and Society "Buddhism occurred 2500 years ago in India. Since then it has contributed a lot to the human civilization of both materialit
Buddhism, which originated 2500 years ago in India, has profoundly influenced human civilization both materially and spiritually. Its teachings guide individuals to avoid wrongdoing, purify minds, pro
Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
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Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
AN AMAZING WOMAN With two bare hands and a mere savings of 3,200 Baht (equivalent to US$160 at that time), Khun Yai managed to build the Dhammakaya Temple of Thailand, the biggest Buddhist temple in
Khun Yai, with just 3,200 Baht, constructed the Dhammakaya Temple, the world's largest Buddhist temple, embodying extraordinary mental powers and wisdom. Despite her lack of formal education, she insp
The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
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The Power of Generosity and the Languages of Buddhism
The practice of generosity is the easiest one to perform, and the fruits of merit are the quickest to materialize. The merit result from the practice of generosity is riches and wealth to the one wh
The practice of generosity is vital in Buddhism, revealing that giving attracts wealth while selfishness repels it, backed by the Law of Karma. Pali and Sanskrit are essential Buddhist languages, with
Buddhist Texts and Scholarly Works
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Buddhist Texts and Scholarly Works
BAREAU, André. 2013 *The Buddhist Schools of the Small Vehicle*. translated by Sara Boin-Webb. edited by Andrew Skilton. London: Buddhist Society Trust. DEEG, Max. 2012 “Thavira, Thera and *Thaviravā
This collection encompasses critical Buddhist texts and scholarly works discussing various aspects of Theravāda Buddhism and its identities. Key works include André Bareau's examination of the Buddhis
Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
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Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
"Recently, he fell seriously ill and was admitted into a hospital. The doctor said he has cancer and probably won't have much time to live. My father does not have faith in Buddhism. How can I help hi
This text discusses the emotional struggle of helping a father diagnosed with cancer who lacks faith in Buddhism. A senior monk advises that a patient's state of mind is crucial for their afterlife. I
The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
For example, if there were statements about constructing a Dhamma Hall or a monk's shelter soon, then this must happen. In short, the temple must produce results as soon as it can. Thus, the first sac
The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam emphasize three sacred formulas essential for temple prosperity: cleanliness, diligent teaching of Dhamma, and frequent meditation practice. Cleanliness is vital
The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable message. That is, “What is the most significant cause of B
During research for this book, reflections on a sermon by a senior monk reveal insights into the decline of Buddhism. The monk emphasizes that Buddhism's decline does not occur on its own, but rather
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
Here is the extracted text from the image: --- Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha’s teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country’s ancestors
Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributi
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
and her team could have their own place to teach and practice meditation and to propagate Buddhism. Unfortunately, all Khun Yai had in her possession was her own meager savings of 3,200 Baht ($160 in
This text narrates the challenges faced by Khun Yai and her team as they aim to create a meditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Kh
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
Goals of Life Life goals have three levels: the goal on Earth, the goal in the celestial realm, and the goal beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
The Story of Mattakundali
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The Story of Mattakundali
46 Clear-minded Youths - 5 The Story of Mattakundali On that morning, the Buddha arising early from his deep meditation of compassion saw, in his Net of Knowledge, Mattakundali lying on the verandah.
In this narrative, the Buddha notices Mattakundali, a weak youth, during his morning alms round. Despite his frail condition, Mattakundali expresses faith in the Buddha mentally. Upon passing, he is r
Pamuṇcassù Sàdham in Buddhist Texts
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Pamuṇcassù Sàdham in Buddhist Texts
[prae phut jâo plœng rí sǐmí mâ prá kû láo rà dâwng ní âm 45] wák-glì, càt raa yú, a pha-rí ko-má beên phûm chí ná thùk plòk plòi lạc chǎn dâi nǐi Thêm ข aperçuว่ g stað 1145 na wáa pra phut ja trâp
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงแนวคิดที่อยู่ในคัมภีร์พุทธศาสนาเกี่ยวกับ Pamuṇcassù Sàdham และการปฏิบัติของผู้มีความเชื่อในพระพุทธศาสนา โดยมีการอ้างอิงถึงนักวิชาการที่ต่างกันเกี่ยวกับแนวคิดนี้ เช่น Murakami, Norman,
The Fragrance of Faith
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The Fragrance of Faith
Because when I go back, the blessings are not as fragrant as when I first received them, because it is a sweet fragrance of faith. Not like the fragrance of various fragrances, all of them will be gon
In the journey of life, the initial blessings received often carry a sweet fragrance of faith. However, as time passes, the significance may fade, resembling fleeting scents. This realization prompts
International Dhammadayada Ordination Program
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International Dhammadayada Ordination Program
At least once, in a lifetime take your Buddhist faith to the next level... Ordination Enroll now! in our special 1 month International Dhammadayada Ordin…
… Dhammakaya Temple, Thailand, from July 1st to 29th, 2007. This program is designed to elevate your Buddhist faith and provide a transformative inner adventure. Enroll now to take your first step towards spiritual …
A Successful Marriage
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A Successful Marriage
A Successful Marriage enough to get married just because two people love each other. Apart from love, ones need to consider other factors as well. As mentioned above, the couple should be equal to eac
A successful marriage requires more than just love; couples must consider equality in faith, precepts, attitude, and belief. Many Buddhist couples take time to know each other before marrying, viewing
Solving Buddhism's Crisis
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Solving Buddhism's Crisis
Chapter 43 Solving Buddhism's Crisis During the past twenty years, when the season of important the Buddhist tradition called the Kathina" Ceremony has approached, news about monks who have violated t
Chapter 43 discusses the challenges Buddhism faces over the past two decades, particularly during the Kathina Ceremony, highlighting media coverage of monks violating monastic discipline. This has led
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie
When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The S
Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
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Buddhist Teachings on Parenting
Rebirth & Incarnation Monica Luang Por 20 20 : What does the Buddhist scripture teach parents about how they should raise or have children? : The Lord Buddha taught that parents should feed them not o
The Buddhist scriptures provide profound guidance for parents on raising children. They emphasize the importance of not only providing food but also instilling moral values such as abstaining from mis