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Preface to Dhamma Teachings
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Preface to Dhamma Teachings
… to publish the Dhamma that I have preached and the Suttas that I researched during the three-month Buddhist Lent that I stayed abroad in 2556. During such time, I had the opportunity to compare the Suttas in…
…ce, the author expresses the intention to publish Dhamma teachings and Suttas researched during the Buddhist Lent in 2556. By comparing English and Thai versions, the author aims to provide readers with insig…
The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
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The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
…en. Ajahn Sucitto of Cittaviveka Monastery. The sutta depicts Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi as a devout lay Buddhist and refers to the Bhikkhuni Sangha as if it were an existing reality, yet the canonical account of …
…o the formation of the Bhikkhuni Sangha, the Order of Nuns. This sutta presents her as a devout lay Buddhist, suggesting an existing Bhikkhuni Sangha, despite historical accounts indicating she was the first …
The Virtue of Abstaining: Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining: Dakhinābhibhānga Sutta
…g may be expected to repay a hundred - thousand times a hundred - thousandfold. 30 This is an on - Buddhist contemplative who attains the jhānas and the mundane kinds of direct knowledge. 31 MA: In a hundred…
…ighest returns. These concepts encourage moral conduct and highlight the power of giving within the Buddhist framework. The Sutra outlines that offerings to individuals free from sensual pleasures can yield t…
History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…alk began, covering a distance of 446 kilometers. Organized to promote awareness and advancement of Buddhist culture.
…n initiatives for monks and women. In 2012, the first Dhammacharya Dhtunga Pilgrimage Walk promoted Buddhist culture awareness across 446 kilometers. For more details, visit dmc.tv.
Luang Por Dhammajayo: Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
… set new standards for monk- hood, rekindled the faith and confidence of the people, and took the Buddhist religion to a new height.
…d rekindle faith among followers. His commitment to peace and happiness has profoundly impacted the Buddhist community and the world. His teachings inspire individuals to see the truth and embrace Dhammakaya …
The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
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The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
…aboon’s life. He began to practice meditation dili- _______________________ 1 Wat: Thai word for Buddhist temple. Wat Paknam is the name of a famous Buddhist temple in Thonburi, a sister city of Bangkok. …
Chaiyaboon's quest for true understanding of Dhamma led him to the teachings of Khun Yai Chand at Wat Paknam. Through her guidance, he realized the reality of heaven and hell, the importance of medita
Phramongkolthepmuni: The Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: The Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation
…the Dhammakaya Meditation Method Famously known as Luang Por Wat Paknam, one of the most Venerated Buddhist monks in the history of Thailand, Phramongkolthepmuni was born as Sodh Mikaewn-oi on October 10, 18…
…tation in achieving spiritual enlightenment. He became a symbol of compassion and dedication in the Buddhist community. Discover more about his life and legacy at dmc.tv.
Understanding Dhammakaya Knowledge
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Understanding Dhammakaya Knowledge
…rnal, and pure Self of the Buddha. Dhammakaya doctrines can be found in the scriptures of all major Buddhist schools including Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana (Tibetan Buddhism). The word Dhammakaya means …
…asizes the transcendental, blissful, and pure nature of self. This concept is integral to all major Buddhist schools, including Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. The term Dhammakaya, meaning 'Truth Body,' s…
Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
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Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
…rtably accommodates 150,000 people in one gathering, and the Dhammakaya Cetiya, the world’s biggest Buddhist monument ever built. The exterior dome surface is enshrined with 300,000 personal Buddha images eng…
…on hall, capable of hosting 150,000 people, and the Dhammakaya Cetiya, the world’s most significant Buddhist monument, encasing 300,000 engraved Buddha images. The grounds of the Cetiya can host up to 1,000,0…
Types of Meditation
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Types of Meditation
78 MEDITATION TYPES OF MEDITATION Buddhist texts, such as the Visuddhimagga¹, describe forty different methods of practice. All of them have t…
Buddhist texts, like the Visuddhimagga, outline 40 meditation methods with the same goal of mastering the mi…
Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
…f life and the world; seeing and becoming one with one’s own inner Body of Enlightenment. Bhikkhu: Buddhist monk Buddha: ‘Awakened One’, one who is fully enlightened and who has realized Nibbana without the…
…ed as hindrances to achieving enlightenment. Understanding these concepts is vital for those on the Buddhist path to deepen their practice and knowledge of spiritual truths. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
…ni, founder of the Dhammakaya Tradition Mara: evil, both as a concept and as a personification. In Buddhist cosmology, Mara is a supra-natural being responsible for hindering people from performing meritorio…
…radition established by Phramongkolthepmuni. 'Mara' symbolizes obstacles in achieving good deeds in Buddhist cosmology, and 'Merit' represents the positive energy created through virtuous actions. The 'Merit …
Changing the World One Person at a Time
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Changing the World One Person at a Time
…than anyone in history. Today, Wat Phra Dhammakaya that he cofounded has become the world’s largest Buddhist temple with hundreds of centers around the world. His home country Thailand is now the world’s cent…
… of public consciousness. Wat Phra Dhammakaya, co-founded by him, now stands as the world’s largest Buddhist temple, with numerous centers globally, establishing Thailand's status as the epicenter of Buddhism…
Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
Citation for Call to the Angels BLESSINGS: Aradhana - Invitation to Devas (www.buddhist-book.com) “One day Sakka, the king of the Devas approached the Buddha and requested Him to invite …
…or their guidance and protection. The text emphasizes the importance of these ritual invitations in Buddhist practices, embodying a time-honored respect for spiritual guardianship.
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
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Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Confere…
In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship b…
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
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The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
…its) until we finally come to self-reliance. “This is the process of learning. This all comes from Buddhist teachings, but in order
… the curriculum. The goal is to cultivate self-reliance through knowledge acquisition, drawing from Buddhist educational principles. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
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Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
…ed of three things. not two. The body + the mind + Dhamma. Here, Dhamma has many meanings. Usually, Buddhists know only one meaning and that is the teachings of the Buddha. But the word means 'pure nature’ th…
… clearing a river filled with fish, drawing a parallel to the mind's attraction to impurities. Each Buddhist's responsibility is to seek and understand Dhamma inherently, as it reflects pure nature.
The Root of Social Problems
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The Root of Social Problems
…goat, we blame the problems of our mind on the social problems around us. However, according to the Buddhist approach, the mind is the starting point of all things. If our minds are in bad shape it means that…
… practicing virtue and meditation to improve mental health and, subsequently, societal harmony. The Buddhist perspective sees the mind as the root cause of happiness and social issues, asserting that mental w…
Academic Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Academic Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…over 3,200 academic scholarships annually for outstanding schoolchildren and novices. Provision of Buddhist Scholars The Dhammakaya Foundation has supported outstanding members of its monastic and lay commun…
…e academic standards of the Dhammakaya International Institute, fostering a deeper understanding of Buddhist teachings and practices. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
… the English-language newsletter, The Light of Peace. Pocket Books There are more than one hundred Buddhist books, which published in non-technical language and be applicable to daily life. Such books have b…
…rious newsletters, helping disseminate teachings from the Thai monastic community. Over one hundred Buddhist books have been published for practical application in daily life across diverse languages, caterin…