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Reflections on Buddhist Ordination by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Reflections on Buddhist Ordination by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
… and train for oneself to realize the significance of the Lord Buddha’s teachings. Based on the aforementioned quotation, if one truly grasps the concept of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s words one will have t…
…take on the 227 precepts and adhering 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 ordinat…
Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
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Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land In his new life as a monk, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo was very disciplined in the monastic codes of conduct and studied very hard in the Lord Buddha’s Teach
In this inspiring story, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo embraces monastic discipline and passionately shares Buddha's teachings. His sermons at Ban Dhammapras…
The Groundbreaking of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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The Groundbreaking of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…onated by Khun Ying Prayad Phaetayapongsa-Visuddhadhibodi. The team helped each other to build the temple giving all their effort, working hard to their utmost capability, willing to devote their life f…
…d and living simply to contribute to Buddhism. Despite challenges in fundraising, their commitment remained strong. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasized making the most of the donations received, ensuring t…
Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
…e at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya will be the day that the people of the world will stop. think and ask themselves why so many people have gathered in one place to meditate. The images that they see will embo…
…iya is a significant event, prompting reflection on collective spirituality. The location features Memorial Halls for paying respect and supports a community-centered approach. As a key Buddhist center,…
The Legacy of Khun Yay and the Power of Monastic Offerings
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The Legacy of Khun Yay and the Power of Monastic Offerings
…hat day is considered the most wonderful of days. It was the day that all the devotees of Khun Yay demonstrated their enormous gratitude to her, and also had the opportunity to witness the presence of o…
…d, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo continues to promote Dhammakaya meditation and strives for peace on Earth, emphasizing lasting inner happiness nurtured through spiritual practice. Events like these remind prac…
Training Programme and Dhamma Teaching to the Public
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Training Programme and Dhamma Teaching to the Public
…aching to the Public ince the beginning of building Wat Phra Dhammakaya, the duty in building the temple was heavy, but one that Luang Phaw Dhammajayo gave as being the most important: training and tea…
Since its inception, Wat Phra Dhammakaya has prioritized Dhamma training alongside temple construction. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes the significance of teaching Dhamma to the public…
Dhamma Teaching on Sunday
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Dhamma Teaching on Sunday
…l minds. The image of everyone, from all walks of life regardless of sex, age, career and some of them travelling from different places, with different cultures, and speaking different languages but all…
…g together in harmony. Individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and languages come together, embodying a vibrant spiritual community. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo leads meditation sessions, ensuring an …
Youths and the Future of World Peace
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Youths and the Future of World Peace
…d the Future of World Peace Luang Phaw Dhammajayo pays special attention to resolving youths’ problems since they are the future of the world. World peace is definitely out of reach if our next generat…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes the importance of addressing the issues faced by youth, who are pivotal to the future of wo…
Dhammadayada Training Programme
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Dhammadayada Training Programme
…ammajayo with the objective of promoting ethics and morality among youths, in addition to their academic education. Education alone cannot adequately cultivate ethics and morality in a person.
…Dhammajayo, focuses on enhancing ethical values and moral development in youths alongside their academic pursuits. Recognizing that education alone is insufficient for cultivating morality, this initiat…
Cultivating Goodness in Education
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Cultivating Goodness in Education
…ermanent wound in mankind. Hence the cultivation of a consciousness of goodness in students is extremely crucial, so that the wise person will combine both education and morality, and in turn, bring th…
This text emphasizes the importance of combining education with morality to promote the wise use of knowledge. I…
Dhammadayada Training Programme
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Dhammadayada Training Programme
…lly. The Dhammadayada Monks do not ordain according to tradition, but rather ordain to self-train themselves to achieve perfect sila (morality), samadhi (meditation), and panna (wisdom). After finishing…
…s who successfully complete the months of training qualify for mass ordination. This unique program emphasizes self-training in sila, samadhi, and panna, rather than traditional ordination methods. Upon…
Dhammadayada Training and Mass Ordination Programme
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Dhammadayada Training and Mass Ordination Programme
…on programme for middle school students - Dhammadayada Training and mass ordination programme for elementary school students
…a training and mass ordination programme is designed for high school, college, middle school, and elementary school male students, offering them a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of Bud…
International Dhammad bladava Training Programme
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International Dhammad bladava Training Programme
… during the programme. They will learn to adapt meditation into their lives, and also their family members, colleagues, and fellow countrymen. This will create a universal peaceful environment.
…s to ordain as monks or novice monks. Conducted in both Chinese and English, this one-month program emphasizes intensive meditation practices that trainees can incorporate into their daily lives. Partic…
Benefits of the 'Path of Progress' Dhamma Quiz
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Benefits of the 'Path of Progress' Dhamma Quiz
Even though youths are not Buddhists, they will also gain benefit from this “Path of Progress” Dhamma Quiz, as someone said: “I’ve realised that this contest benefited me in different ways. Even thou
…ue in the 'Path of Progress' Dhamma Quiz. Ms. Sujanya Khetjarassang shares her positive experience, emphasizing the quiz's benefits, such as learning about the 38 Blessings of Life and gaining life insi…
Human Security and Dignity: Ethics Quiz Contest Presentation
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Human Security and Dignity: Ethics Quiz Contest Presentation
…d Thai. The International Quiz Contest is a team contest, where each team consists of three family members. The objectives are not only to promote ethics and morals but also love and understanding withi…
…he psychological aspect of peace. It received positive feedback from international representatives, emphasizing its role in enhancing youth moral development programs. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's vision for…
Engaging Activities for Children
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Engaging Activities for Children
The image contains three photographs with children engaged in different activities: Top left: Four children sitting on a treehouse platform, holding up colored paper or cards, smiling and looking che
…losed and hands clasped in prayer. The bottom image focuses on children sitting with blue booklets, emphasizing their engagement in reading and classroom activities. This snapshot highlights the importa…
The Impact of Virtue Journaling on Student Behavior
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The Impact of Virtue Journaling on Student Behavior
…uit drinking, smoking, and gambling, since they were aware that their children were looking up to them as role models. The "Home of Light" was a very successful project. In the future when every region …
The virtue journaling activity within two months significantly improved student behaviors, making them more joyful and responsible. Participants demonstrated better discipline and spent their free time …
Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
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Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
…he word “Kalyanamitta” means good friends or true friends who wish their friends well, who advise them to do virtuous deeds. The members’ objective is to bring at least 3 family members and friends to c…
…ps and family connections through daily chanting and meditation. Participants aim to gather family members to dedicate time for meditation and engage in creative activities that enhance love and happine…
Upasokkaew Ceremony: A Blessing for His Majesty the King
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Upasokkaew Ceremony: A Blessing for His Majesty the King
On January 29-31, 1999, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo organised the Upasokkaew ceremony (laymen’s retreat) to offer a blessing to His Majesty the King related to the celebration of the…
On January 29-31, 1999, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo organised the Upasokkaew ceremony to celebrate His Majesty the King's birthday with around 200,000 participants. The event emphasi…
Creating World Peace Through Abstinence
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Creating World Peace Through Abstinence
Creating World Peace by abstaining from drugs and bad temptations Drugs and the path to bad temptations (i.e. gambling) are the shortfall in creating world …
The text emphasizes the detrimental impact of drugs and bad temptations like gambling on physical and mental he…