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Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
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Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
Earth Day Activities Each year the Dhammakaya Foundation and its centres sponsor and organize a number of Earth Day activities for people from all walks of life. These activities include tree plantin
Each year, the Dhammakaya Foundation organizes Earth Day activities like tree planting and training in forest conservation, waste management, and cleanliness. Emphasizing moral and ethical education,
Promoting Inner and Outer Environmental Health
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Promoting Inner and Outer Environmental Health
On Earth Day 22 April 1999 the Dharmmakaya Foundation has also focused on the concept that the way a person treats his or her outer environment springs from the condition of his or her inner environme
On Earth Day 22 April 1999, the Dharmmakaya Foundation emphasized that treating the outer environment reflects the condition of one’s inner environment. Young people are encouraged to nurture their in
Visakha Puja Day: Day of Gratitude for the World
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Visakha Puja Day: Day of Gratitude for the World
Visakha Puja Day: Day of Gratitude for the World On the day of the Lord Buddha's birth, enlightenment and entered nirvana, every year all Buddhists of the world gather to take fresh encouragement by
Visakha Puja Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and nirvana of the Lord Buddha. This day encourages Buddhists worldwide to gather and honor the Buddha's virtues through giving, self-discipline
World Meditation Day and Female Massed Meditation Retreat
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World Meditation Day and Female Massed Meditation Retreat
World Meditation Day and Female Massed Meditation Retreat for Mother's day The sixth of August each year is well known as Hiroshima Day -- a day to reflect on the peace of the world. This day was pro
Every year on August 6, we commemorate Hiroshima Day and also celebrate World Meditation Day, initiated by the Dhammakaya Foundation during the 1988 General Conference of the World Fellowship of Buddh
Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
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Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
Kathina Day Kathina Day marks the end of Buddhist lent. It is the only festival in the Buddhist calendar when monks can be offered new triple robes. It is thus the most popular time for supporters to
Kathina Day is a significant celebration in Buddhism that marks the end of Buddhist lent. This unique festival is the only day in the Buddhist calendar when monks can receive new triple robes from the
Recognition and Awards of Dhammakaya Foundation
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Recognition and Awards of Dhammakaya Foundation
1985: Kalayanamitra Magazine received the Awards for Outstanding Youth Publication from the National Committee for Youth Assistance and Co-operation, Office of the Prime Minister; 10 May 1992: Dhammak
The Dhammakaya Foundation has received numerous prestigious awards since its establishment. In 1985, Kalayanamitra Magazine was recognized as an Outstanding Youth Publication by the National Committee
The Basic Meditation Practice
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The Basic Meditation Practice
THE BASIC MEDITATION PRACTICE Meditation is something which we already do in everyday life allowing us to focus on the task at hand - but the depth of meditation is superficial. The events around us i
Meditation is a practice we often engage in unknowingly, helping us concentrate on tasks. However, distractions compromise our focus. By deepening meditation, we can still the wandering mind, which is
Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
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Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
Translator's Introduction I was indeed honored when I was approached to undertake this translation. It has not always been easy for me to keep in touch with my Buddhist heritage, having been born in E
In this introduction, the translator shares their journey of connecting with their Buddhist heritage while living in Europe. They express deep respect for Buddhism and the teachings of the Lord Buddha
Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
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Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
Qualifications for Ordination 37 Those who are forbidden from Ordaining 37 Those who are not eligible 38 Those who are eligible though not yet ready 39 Duties and Responsibilities for Monks 41 A
This text outlines the qualifications required for ordination, including groups forbidden and eligible. It details the responsibilities of monks, such as alms gathering, temple upkeep, and mindfulness
The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
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The Importance of Ordination in Buddhism
Ordinal is an essential part of life for all male Buddhists. The individual cultivates merit that carries over into the next life and receives many benefits for his present life. Furthermore, he gains
Ordination is a fundamental aspect of life for male Buddhists, as it allows individuals to cultivate merit that influences both their current life and future existence. In addition to spiritual benefi
Understanding the Dhamma: A Guide for Monks and Novices
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Understanding the Dhamma: A Guide for Monks and Novices
Education Department of Wat Phra Dhammakaya to compile my lectures so that it may be useful in the training of monks and novices on their duties and responsibilities. The result of this is publication
This publication is designed to aid in the training of monks and novices, focusing on the importance of ordination and the spiritual preparation necessary for a life devoted to Dhamma. It serves as an
Understanding True Happiness
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Understanding True Happiness
I have asked this question many times before, and the answer has always been the same. We are all looking for happiness. All of us here today seek a way to true happiness. When I ask whether anyone h
ในข้อความนี้เราพูดถึงความสุขที่แท้จริงที่เราทุกคนแสวงหา ถึงแม้ว่าหลายคนอาจคิดว่าตนพบความสุขแล้ว แต่เมื่อไตร่ตรองอย่างลึกซึ้ง กลับพบว่าเป็นเพียงความสุขชั่วคราวที่นำมาซึ่งความทุกข์ Lord Buddha ได้ให้ควา
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
dure six arduous years of self-mortification before discovering Niramisasukha. During this period, the Buddha came close to death more than once, but when he finally found true happiness, he chose to
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
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The Miraculous Birth of Dababamalla
Dababamalla Story of Dababamalla When Dababamalla was in his mother’s womb, nearing his time of birth, his mother suddenly died. Many people were under the impression that he also, must have perishe
The story of Dababamalla begins with his mother's tragic death during childbirth. Despite the belief that he did not survive, Dababamalla emerged miraculously from her womb just as the flames of her f
The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
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The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
The story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena Rohana was a monk who, after the death of Lord Buddha, had a revelation. He saw that the child Nagasena, the recently born son of a Brahmin, would play an i
The story unveils the dedication of monk Phra Rohana, who recognized the potential of the intelligent child Nagasena at birth. Despite never receiving alms from Nagasena's family, Rohana visited daily
Letting Go of Material Worries
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Letting Go of Material Worries
“I wanted to leave these worries and suffering behind, which are…” 1. Worrying about choosing the clothes that would go with my look and my hairstyle. 2. Worrying about deciding what accessories to w
The text discusses the many worries related to clothing, accessories, and personal grooming. It emphasizes how these concerns can hinder true happiness and how shifting focus to meditation can lead to
Taking Refuge in Buddhism
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Taking Refuge in Buddhism
Three Refuges" Ever since then, Taking Refuge has remained the standard by which all novices are ordained, even to this day. The process of ordaining novices according to "Taking Refuge" entails the
The text outlines the traditional process of ordaining novices in Buddhism, emphasizing the Taking Refuge ceremony. This involves shaving the head, wearing saffron robes, and seeking blessings from a
Understanding Novice Ordination in Buddhism
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Understanding Novice Ordination in Buddhism
7. Abstaining from singing and dancing and other activities that may lead you to temptation 8. Abstaining from immodest dressing and appearance 9. Abstaining from indolent sleeping habits 10. Abstaini
Ordination in Buddhism is a significant ritual that marks the commitment of individuals to follow the teachings of the Buddha. The ten precepts outlined offer a moral framework for novices, highlighti
Qualifications for Monk Ordination
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Qualifications for Monk Ordination
7. Appointed monks assemble outside the assembly to ask the novice examination questions (antarayikadhammma) 8. Ask the novices to reenter the assembly hall after the exam 9. The novice must then requ
To be ordained as a monk, an individual must meet specific qualifications, including being at least 20 years old. Certain groups are forbidden from ordination: homosexuals, hermaphrodites, and those w
Eligibility for Ordination in the Monkhood
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Eligibility for Ordination in the Monkhood
Third, those who have killed their parents or guardians. Those who fall into any of these categories are unworthy of ordination and strictly forbidden from going forth into the monkhood. *Those who
This text discusses the criteria for ordination within the monkhood, outlining those who are forbidden from ordination, such as individuals who have committed parricide. It also highlights categories