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Understanding Dhammakāya in Aṅgāṇā-sutta
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Aṅgāṇā-sutta
…erm is interpreted mostly as the Buddha’s teachings collected together. As an adjective, the term’s first component ‘dhamma’ is also mostly interpreted in the sense of the Buddha’s teaching collected toget…
The term dhammakāya is interpreted in contemporary academia as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it denotes the Buddha’s teachings, while as an adjective, it refers to the nature of the Tathāga
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
… work chooses the former definition for it better symbolises the Paccekabuddhas’ solitude. 93 The first superior field of merit is the Buddha (sammāsambuddha). M.III.254. 94 It is mentioned in the Isig…
…visāṇa', referring to the rhinoceros's horn, is utilized to symbolize their isolation. Notably, the first superior field of merit is identified as the Buddha, and historical references are made to groups o…
Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
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Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
…ism has made the greatest impact on Chinese culture. Buddhism was introduced into China very early (first century BCE), into Southwestern China on the Silk Road. The great charm of the doctrine and teachin…
…he Dai people in Sipsong Panna, Yunnan Province. Buddhism's introduction to China dates back to the first century BCE via the Silk Road, significantly influencing Chinese culture through its inclusivity an…
Ceremony of Recognition Among Monks
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Ceremony of Recognition Among Monks
- The first image (top) shows two monks, one handing an award or plaque to the other, with other monks in the b…
This content describes a set of images depicting a ceremonial event with monks. The first image portrays one monk awarding another, indicating a recognition of merit. The second image featu…
Exploring Early Buddhist Texts and Manuscripts
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Exploring Early Buddhist Texts and Manuscripts
…for Advanced Buddhology at Soka University* 14: 13-24. Falk, Harry, and Seishi Karashima. 2012. A first-century Prajñāpāramitā manuscript from Gandhāra - parivarta 1. *Annual Report of the International …
This text includes references to significant works in Buddhist studies, highlighting publications and manuscripts that explore the spread of Buddhism, such as Dias's study on Gandhāra and Dutt's Gilgi
Kaladana Sutta: Seasonable Gifts
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Kaladana Sutta: Seasonable Gifts
…ves to one going away. One gives to one who is ill. One gives in time of famine. One sets the first fruits of field & orchard in front of those who are virtuous. These are the five seasonable gifts
…ble gifts: giving to a newcomer, someone departing, an ill person, in times of famine, and offering first fruits to virtuous individuals. These gifts emphasize the importance of compassion and generosity i…
The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
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The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
…the canonical account of the founding of the Bhikkhuni Sangha shows Mahā pajā pati to have been the first historical bhikkhunī. Thus the Bhikkhuni Sangha could not have existed at the time the sutta was sp…
…ddhist, suggesting an existing Bhikkhuni Sangha, despite historical accounts indicating she was the first bhikkhunī. The modification of the discourse raises questions about its historical context and the …
Seven Kinds of Offerings to the Sangha
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Seven Kinds of Offerings to the Sangha
…a. One gives a gift to a Sangha of both [bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs] headed by the Buddha; this is the first kind of offering made to the Sangha. One gives a gift to a Sangha of both [bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs…
… collective body of monks and nuns, and individual offerings specifying bhikkhus or bhikkhunīs. The first offering is dedicated to the Sangha led by the Buddha, while subsequent offerings are made after th…
History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
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History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
…a completed. 1,000,000 Buddha images enshrined here. 2001 DMC (Dhammajakka Media Channel), world's first 24/7 Buddhist Satellite TV channel launched. Now broadcast in more than thirty countries. 2003 Dha…
…icant achievements include the completion of the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya and the launch of DMC, the first 24/7 Buddhist Satellite TV channel, which broadcasts in over thirty countries, making Buddhist teac…
History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
… for 100,000 monks. 2010 Launched Crystal Upasika renunciation programs for 1,000,000 women. 2012 First annual Dhammacharya Dhtunga Pilgrimage Walk began, covering a distance of 446 kilometers. Organized…
… programs like the V-Star Program and mass ordination initiatives for monks and women. In 2012, the first Dhammacharya Dhtunga Pilgrimage Walk promoted Buddhist culture awareness across 446 kilometers. For…
Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
…ached the highest level of meditative attainment known as attaining the Dhammakaya. He was also the first Thai preceptor to ordain a westerner as a Buddhist monk. He later rose to higher monastic rank with…
…tation mastery, he organized workshops leading many to attain the Dhammakaya level. He was also the first to ordain a westerner as a monk. After his passing in 1959, his legacy continued through his discip…
Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
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Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
…e that the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam has taught us about the Seven Bases of the mind. - The first base is at the rim of the nostril, on the right side for men and on the left side for women. - The …
…it the teachings of the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam regarding the Seven Bases of the Mind. The first base is located at the rim of the nostril, the second at the inner corner of the eye, the third at …
Understanding the Seven Bases of the Mind
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Understanding the Seven Bases of the Mind
The first to the sixth bases are the paths, or the resting points, of the mind. The Seventh Base is the home …
The Seven Bases of the Mind explain the journey of mental focus, with the first six as resting points and the Seventh Base as the ultimate home of the mind. This final destination…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…tta: The Setting in Motion of the Wheel of Dhamma, a Buddhist text considered to be a record of the first teaching given by the Buddha after he attained enlightenment. Dhammakaya: Body of Enlightenment; B…
…law of existence as taught by the Buddha. Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta is recognized as the Buddha's first teaching after enlightenment. Dhammakaya symbolizes enlightenment and is rooted in the meditation t…
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
When I first met Luang Por1, it was in the summer of 2008. I had come to visit my son, Luang Pi2 Joshua, during …
In the summer of 2008, I met Luang Por Dattajeevo at Wat Phra Dhammakaya while visiting my son. Initially intimidating, my interactions with this wise monk transformed my understanding of Dhamma. As t
Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
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Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
…s necessity/urgency and the other is urgency/necessity. Let’s look at some examples. “Here is the first action: You give food to the monks (even one spoonful) and the monk studies because he has been fed…
In this enlightening dialogue, the necessity of creating 'boon' (goodness) continuously is discussed, emphasizing the intentional practices one must engage in to enhance their spiritual well-being. It
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
…eat. The hermit began to eat, too, but he took his food and started to smash it on his new clothes. First he took the mashed potatoes and smashed them onto his jacket. Then he poured the gravy into his pan…
In this entertaining story, a hermit is initially turned away from a feast due to his old clothes. After receiving new attire, he humorously chooses to feed his clothes instead, illustrating the lesso
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us with these nee…
The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in fulfilling these needs. It explains the consequences of receiving
Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
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Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
…to reach out to everyone. But He discovered that there were really three main groups of people: The first group consists of the people who believe in His enlightenment and would be fine if He did not reach…
In his teachings, the Buddha discusses the coarseness of the mind due to attachment, anger, and greed. He identifies three groups of people in response to his teachings: true believers, non-believers,
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
…to control our mind in order to bring it back - so it is better to prevent it from wandering in the first place. (8) The mind will think of the things that it is not supposed to think of – mostly about sen…
This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil