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The Dangers of Gambling and Alcoholism
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The Dangers of Gambling and Alcoholism
… for long. Thus, they are never rich and cannot find security in life. Gambling, no matter in what form, is a source of destruction and carelessness. It is best to never get involved. Therefore, during …
Gambling not only leads to financial loss but also severely impacts health and family relationships. Those engaged in gambling often neglect their well-being, resulting in stress and disease. The cycl
The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
…epts If none of them are observed, that person is no longer a human being. He only exists in human form. He will have no peace, no happiness. He only exists to produce trouble for himself and society. Un…
…collectively embraces the Five Precepts, it can lead to a healthier, peaceful existence. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
…recepts for the children. The writer was impressed with the method and would like to pass on this information to parents as a guideline. It was taught in the form of dialogue between the teacher and the c…
In this chapter, a senior monk demonstrates how to simplify the Five Precepts for children. The focus is on making these fundamental teachings understandable through engaging dialogue. The Five Precep
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
… gratitude to for many reasons. 1. Parents serve as the physical mold. They give us the physical form as a human, suitable for performing meritorious deeds. Although they may have not raised us, we st…
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes
Experiences at YUWA CAMP
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Experiences at YUWA CAMP
YUWA CAMP was fun, happy and educative. All mentors were kind. I am sure the newcomers will have good time there just like I had. YUWA CAMP taught me to become a self-reliant, competent and good perso
…and the values learned such as responsibility and meditation practices. Many returning participants form a tight-knit community reminiscent of a family. Parents observe significant positive changes in the…
Carnegie Endowment Publication Notice
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Carnegie Endowment Publication Notice
…al Peace. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission in writing from the Carnegie Endowment. The Carnegie Endowment …
…at the Endowment does not take official institutional positions on public policy issues. For more information or to request a publication, visit dmc.tv.
The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
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The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
…ime despite an explicit congressional veto. More recently, Iran played a seminal role in helping to form the post-Taliban government in Afghanistan in cooperation with the United States, only to see itsel…
This text explores the multifaceted relationship between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the challenges faced by U.S. military policy amidst high oil prices and ongoing conflicts. It discusses
Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
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Diplomatic Challenges in the Middle East
… and facilitate negotiations. The Clinton administration followed this path in almost unadulterated form, leaving the negotiation of final status issues until the year before it left office—and then avoid…
The text examines the U.S. diplomatic strategies regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly during the Bush administration's attempt to revitalize the peace process under challenging cir
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
…clear deterrent. Instead of shunning Iran, confronting it militarily, or attempting to change its form of government, the United States should attempt to formulate a nuanced engagement policy in concert…
…pproach is essential for long-term stability in Iraq, Iran, and the broader Middle East. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
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Navigating the Complexities of U.S.-Middle East Relations
…e United States has tried to restore that balance through its own presence in Iraq and by trying to form an anti-Iranian alliance. Arab countries, especially those around the Gulf, have been searching for…
…ally rebuilding trust and fostering cooperative dialogues among the varied stakeholders. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
…ripts Program that inspires our team and shares knowhow on how to preserve manuscripts in a digital form, which last much longer than microfilm. Acknowledgement must be given and appreciation shown to the…
On August 27, 2012, the Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) marked the 44th anniversary of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's ordination and the significant Buddhajayanti 2600. This inaugural rese
Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
…n of the same sort of qualities as those possessed by the Buddha”. The transcendent paths that transform the ordinary person (puthajāna) into the enlightened ‘noble one’ belong to a whole spiritual proces…
…n to nourishment from milk. It connects the concepts found in the Agañña-sutta, illustrating a transformative rebirth to a transcendental state resembling Buddha-like qualities. Dr. Joe Zhou Ya discusses …
The Tathāgata and Brahmā: A Semantic Analysis
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The Tathāgata and Brahmā: A Semantic Analysis
…er another. 48 Note that 'Brahmā' in Brahmanical sense is different from the 'Brahmā' as beings in form (rūpāvācara) or formless (arūpāvācara) realms in Buddhist philosophy. 49 As shown in the above para…
This passage delves into the nuanced relationships between the Tathāgata and Brahmā, highlighting the semantic layers present in verbal teachings. It contrasts the Tathāgata's mouth with Brahmā's, ind
Exploration of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Exploration of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
…is a study of the Theravāda Buddhist manuscripts of the Sipsong Panna region in terms of manuscript form, format of writing, the characters, the maker, geographical source and content, etc. Buddhist manus…
The Agama Sutras found in the Xishuangbanna region are notable for their incompleteness. The Hinayana Agama is expected to contain various texts that are partly missing. According to The Complete Coll
The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
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The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
… Buddhist classics cannot be discovered in palm-leaf manuscripts, but they can be found in sa-paper form. Take Volume 19 Buddha’s Edification (reproduced in The Complete Collection of Chinese Palm-Leaf Sc…
…ng, sa-paper provides a means to preserve important texts alongside traditional methods. While both forms are worshipped in temples, sa-paper remains more accessible for everyday use, containing pivotal w…
Forms of Sa-Paper Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Forms of Sa-Paper Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
There are three forms of sa-paper manuscripts in the Sipsong Panna region. The first is the most common "ordinary wide-b…
In the Sipsong Panna region, there are three main forms of sa-paper manuscripts. The first, the ordinary wide-breadth manuscript, measures about 18cm x 25…
Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
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Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
…ors commission the recopying of Buddhist manuscripts as an act of merit (dana) while the scribes perform the act of calligraphy as a form of self-cultivation. Seen from a geographical perspective, the Th…
…na, with the only palm-leaf manuscript there being brought by a young monk from Myanmar. For more information on the manuscript traditions of Dehong, visit dmc.tv.
An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
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An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
…n China, An Shigao was well-respected as a meditation master. There has been little interest in the form of meditation that he taught and practiced during his lifetime. One reason for this is that his tra…
An Shigao (147-168 CE) significantly influenced the early transmission of Buddhism in China. Despite a focus on his ethnicity and translation style, he is recognized as a respected meditation master.
Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
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Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
What kind of meditation did An Shigao introduce into Eastern Han China? An Shigao and other Central Asian translators were welcomed into Eastern Han China (25-220 CE), by the cultured elites who were
…ayed a key role in introducing meditation practices to Eastern Han China (25-220 CE). The prevalent form during this period was breathing meditation, particularly the 'counting in breath' method. An Shiga…
Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
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Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
…ugh breathing exercises, sexual techniques and the use of medical elixirs.61 Traces of the earliest form of meditation can be found in the fourth or third BCE in Chinese philosophical works like Guanzi 管子…
…cises and inner alchemy, known as neidan. These methods included xinzhi, zuowang, and shouyi, which formed a rich tapestry of meditative practices that emphasized concentration and visualization. Daoism's…