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The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
…pts is the most important responsibility that parents have towards their children to brighten their future and essential to the health, peace, and happiness of society as a whole.**
…ents play a crucial role in teaching these values to their children, ensuring a morally responsible future and societal harmony. If society collectively embraces the Five Precepts, it can lead to a healt…
The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
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The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
…an clearly see their knowledge, virtue, wisdom and ability to keep up with life. We can arrange our future by following the second type of elderly person, “The Fruitful Person.” It means we should be wel…
…estowed upon descendants become crucial obligations. The principles of elders serve as guidance for future generations to become good citizens, showcasing the enduring impact of a well-lived life.
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
…t is still unable to achieve it, he must still go on. Finally, there will be a day, a year, or some future lifetime when he embodies all Ten Perfections and attain Arahan­taship (the perfected one), foll…
…ividuals and society as a whole. Even amidst challenges, perseverance in these practices guarantees future enlightenment and a clear path to Arahan­taship.
The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
…the same thing. I know that this great merit she achieved in her old age will ensure she has worthy future. When she passes away, she can depend on the merit she earned, without expecting others to dedic…
…r both individuals and society. In modern times, many stray from virtuous actions, which can hinder future generations from understanding the value of good deeds. The text encourages others to donate for…
Yuwakalanayamittra Training and Its Impact
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Yuwakalanayamittra Training and Its Impact
…was to develop children into committed students of the high level of Dhammakaya meditation and also future Dhammakaya instructors to spread Vajja Dhammakaya. The atmosphere was filled with blessedness an…
…mmakaya meditation and enjoyable activities, solidifying their commitment to Buddhist teachings and future instructor roles, thus enhancing Yuwakalanayamittra into a transformative platform for youth.
Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
…t of underlying realities of both Arab and American politics and policy making that will affect any future policy as well. American goals in the Middle East have focused historically on security, support…
…acy promotion and the U.S. focus on stability and security, leading to questions about the region's future. Major events include the U.S. approaching relations with leaders abandoning weapons programs an…
Dealing With the New Middle East
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Dealing With the New Middle East
…slide into violence. These two principles lead to the conclusion that a new U.S. policy in the near future must be based on a clear perception that this is an extraordinarily unsettled moment in the Midd…
…Iraq complicates potential forceful actions. A modest definition of U.S. interests is essential for future policies to avoid aggravating the situation further.
Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
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Preservation of Mes Aynak: A Plea from WFBY
… on the Silk Road forever. We convey our plea to UNESCO to preserve this cultural heritage for our future generation. Very Truly Yours Dr. Pomncha Pinyapong President
…e in connecting ancient and modern histories along the Silk Road. Protecting this site is vital for future generations.
Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
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Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
…anuscripts of the Sipsong Panna region is beyond the scope of this article, and is the subject of a future publication. 2 Dai people are part of the Tai ethnic group that can be found living in northern …
…and local bodies are actively working to catalog and protect these important cultural artifacts for future generations. For more details, visit dmc.tv.
The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
…there is no systematic effort to catalogue these manuscripts. Geographical factors also affect the future of palm-leaf manuscripts in Sipsong Panna. Palm-leaf trees do not grow in many areas in the regi…
… Temple illustrates this decline, with an alarming drop in available scriptures over the years. The future of these manuscripts is threatened unless management practices and resource availability improve…
Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
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Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
…ssociated with the ordination of males as Buddhist novices and monks. It seems likely that in the future, the preservation of Palm-Leaf scriptures will rely on those academics who master Pāli as well …
…na due to these educational shifts and the brief ordination periods that limit script learning. The future preservation of these texts may depend on academic interest in Pāli and Dai Dhamma script, as tr…
History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
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History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
…nnokyoong, founder of Wat Phra Dhammakaya (the Dhammakaya Temple). 1963 Chaiyaboon Suddhiphol, the future Luang Por Dhammajayo, Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, met Khun Yai and began studying meditation w…
The history of Wat Phra Dhammakaya traces its origins to influential figures such as Phramongkolthepmuni, the Great Master and discoverer of the Dhammakaya Meditation method. Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoo
The Joy of Meditation
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The Joy of Meditation
…insight and knowledge including the ability to read other people's thoughts, to see the past or the future, or to recall our past lives. Cases of such supra-mundane abilities have been documented through…
…rstanding and refine our capabilities, potentially gaining insights into thoughts, past events, and future possibilities. Such abilities, while ancient and often regarded as extraordinary, validate the p…
The Importance of Meditation and Kamma
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The Importance of Meditation and Kamma
"We are like flowers that need to be watered every day. We need good soil and good water in which to grow. Of course our Kamma plays a role in this, but we can overcome some of our bad kamma by changi
…ood deeds to overcome negative karma. The teachings stress the importance of making resolutions for future lives, aiming for better circumstances, like having good parents. The simple breathing technique…
Embracing Change Through Buddhism
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Embracing Change Through Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "We cannot change our past, but we can change today and our future. Therefore, resolutions are very important. So we must resolve to be born with a pure mind to pa…
…hlights the belief that while we cannot alter our past, we hold the power to change our present and future. By being born into a pure environment and learning the Dhamma, one can cultivate a 'boon budget…
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
…ty of the task that lies ahead. These are the teachers of Thailand, and he considers them to be the future of Buddhism and Thailand: The education of Thailand falls on most of the people in this room. It…
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting t…
Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
…ople will become lazy and not practice the teachings. Therefore, it creates the necessity to have a future Buddha. History then, is cyclical. But we must take this information and train ourselves. The mo…
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
Understanding Education and Its Impact on Society
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Understanding Education and Its Impact on Society
…s and understand that we really do reap what we sow. But the children of today give us hope for the future. Of course, they have to sit down to meditate in order to understand it. "Poor economic investm…
…with the reality of unequal outcomes due to greed and prejudice. Children today hold the key to the future, but meditation is essential for true understanding of the Law of Kamma, which is the principle …
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the wo…
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedicati…
Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
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Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
…nges by instilling mindfulness, patience and purpose in life. These precepts are guarantees for the future, whether the individual subsequently chooses the path of the lay world, or that of the ordained …
The 227 precepts provide rules and guidelines for the ordained, defining right and wrong to help individuals strengthen their determination amidst life's challenges. They ensure that knowledge gained