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Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
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Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
ERVICE merits. If I had huge problems, I would make huge merits. This was how I learned about Wat Phra Dhammakaya in 2001, under the guidance of a good fellow (kalyanami…
This text chronicles a personal journey of spiritual growth, initiated by the author's experiences at Wa…
Recognition of Venerable Monk's Peace Awards and Meditation Lessons
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Recognition of Venerable Monk's Peace Awards and Meditation Lessons
In recognition of his work, the Venerable received the World No Tobacco Day Award in 2004 from the World Health Organizat…
The Venerable monk received several prestigious awards for his contributions to peace, including the World No Tobacco Day Award in 2004 and the Mahatma Gandhi Pea…
The Journey to Ordination and Family Love
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The Journey to Ordination and Family Love
…n of the Tripitaka. Unfortunately, my father passed away when I was small, so he did not get to see his son in the saffron robes. And I had had two close calls, which almost took my life before my father…
This narrative recounts a personal journey to ordination, highlighting the significance of family suppor…
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
… was throwing all the toys around the room, and when asked why he was crying he said that he missed his mom. When asked why he didn't play with the toys he replied that he no longer wanted them; the trai…
… have a minor role in determining inner peace. Johnny, in a room full of toys, felt lost and missed his mother, while Billy, surrounded by grass and manure, found joy and anticipation, illustrating the p…
Dr. Michael Nobel's Commitment to Peace
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Dr. Michael Nobel's Commitment to Peace
…n solid gold of the statue of Phramongkolthepmuni. Phramongkolthepmuni (Sodh Candasaro) dedi- cated his life in order to rediscover the wisdom of Dhammakaya, the key to the enlightenment of the Lord Budd…
Dr. Michael Nobel reflects on his peace work and his heritage linked to the Nobel Peace Prize. He discusses his dedication to teachin…
Dr. Michael Nobel's Endorsement for Peace and Ethics
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Dr. Michael Nobel's Endorsement for Peace and Ethics
Dr. Michael Nobel's Endorsement words that encourage and beautify the lives of others. His many contributions to the world peace process have been well recognized and accepted around the wor…
… 'Path of Progress' Ethics Quiz Contest, recognized by UNESCO and awarded by the King of Thailand. This program engaged 4.7 million people and 20,000 educational institutes, emphasizing ethics, love, and…
The Musical Journey of Howard McCrary
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The Musical Journey of Howard McCrary
…without having had any prior lessons. At seven, a mysterious thing happened to me; I heard a voice whisper to me, "You'll be the instrument for World Peace." I doubted it and have been waiting for an ans…
Howard McCrary is a multifaceted musician, recognized for his contributions to jazz, hip hop, and gospel music. His single album, 'So Good', features a collectio…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…t Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. His interest in Buddhism began in his childhood, when he embarked in Dhamma study and continuous medita…
…haw Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi Province, Thailand, developed a passion for Buddhism from a young age. His Dhamma studies and meditation practice deepened significantly after meeting …
About the Author: Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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About the Author: Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
…hammajayo later graduated from Kasetsart University in Bangkok, he was ordained to the order of Buddhist monks at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1969 by his preceptor, His Holiness Somdet Phra Maharatchamong…
…. After graduating from Kasetsart University, he was ordained in 1969 at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen by His Holiness Somdet Phra Maharatchamongkhalachan. His name 'Dhammajayo' signifies 'The Victory through …
Born to Restore Harmony
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Born to Restore Harmony
…ya River a sub-district of Ban Paeng, in the district of Promburi, within the Province of Singburi. His father, Janyong Suthipol, worked as an engineer at the Industrial Factory Department for the Minist…
…during the waxing moon. Growing up in a modest home by the Chao Phraya River in Singburi, Thailand, his father served as an engineer for the Ministry of Industry. Born into a culturally rich environment,…
The Search for a Teacher
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The Search for a Teacher
… one knew. They told him: "There is no Khun Mae Acariya Chandra. There is only a Teacher Chandra." This made him think that these were two different persons. Since he couldn't find her, he concentrated h…
… Meditation at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen but could not find Khun Mae Acariya Chandra. Despite passing his university entrance exam and returning to the temple multiple times, he faced challenges in locatin…
Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…ovice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya for giving a blessing to His Majesty the King related to His 70th Birthday Celebration. There were students, government employee…
The novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya honored His Majesty the King for his 70th birthday, with 13,842 participants including students, government emp…
Honorary Recognitions of Phrarajbhavanavisudh
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Honorary Recognitions of Phrarajbhavanavisudh
Honorary Doctorate Degree in Buddhist Studies from Mahachulalongkorn Rajavidyalaya, Bangkok (under H.M. the King’s patronage), given to …
Phrarajbhavanavisudh, also known as Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu, received significant honors for his contributions to Buddhist studies and social work in Thailand. He was awarded an honorary doctorate…
The Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
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The Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
…ate that the Lord Buddha’s supreme wisdom (of how to lead one’s life) is indeed comparable to none. His pure wisdom teaches us how to lead one’s life in the right way. It is the best practice when we fac…
In times of sorrow and happiness, the wisdom of the Lord Buddha guides us on how to live right. His teachings illuminate the causes of life’s vicissitudes, emphasizing the Law of Kamma, where good or…
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
…re not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha’s teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country’s ancestors, who experienced and attained high levels of meditation, had b…
Those not born during Buddha's time must seek refuge in His teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our …
The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
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The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
…ime, seen as proxies for Iran and its policy of regional domination. The Syria–Lebanon cluster, in this view, is at the center of two broader struggles, one between democracy and tyranny and the other be…
This content discusses the influence of Syria and Iran on Lebanon's political environment, particularly …
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
Gombrich, while differently translating the term in this passage as a bahubbiha compound 'dhamma-bodied,' similarly interprets it as an indication that the …
This text delves into various scholars' interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya' within the context of e…
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Pali Commentaries
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Pali Commentaries
… Pali commentators who lived around the same times.142 Upasena agrees with Buddhagōsha in regard to his interpretations of dhammakāya as related to the Buddha’s qualities or spiritual attainment.143 None…
…lights differences in interpretation by Vajirabuddhi, who sees dhammakāya as Buddha’s teaching post his passing, while Sāriputta connects it with the Buddha's enlightenment and attributes. The distinctio…
The Story of the Buddha and Thevadas
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The Story of the Buddha and Thevadas
among Buddhists, is a story of the Buddha from Dusit realm, who visited the earth as Siddhata, the royal son of K…
… Siddhata, son of King Suddhothana and Queen Maya, and the roles of the goddess Mekkhala and the Bodhisatta. It depicts the themes of morality, charity, and the consequences of avarice through vivid stor…
The Consequences of Greed and Desire
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The Consequences of Greed and Desire
…ter off, that they are fond of life, averse from dying, fond of happiness, disinclined for sorrow. This, Master Kassapa, is for me evidence that there is no other world, no beings reborn otherwise than o…
This text discusses the human inclination towards life and happiness while fearing death and sorrow. It …