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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation t…
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for …
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
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WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE
WORLD DHAMMAKAYA CENTRE O n its present 800 acres site, WDC will comprise the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall (the largest sp…
…akaya Centre spans 800 acres and includes the Great Sapha Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, the largest spiritual hall globally, and the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara, dedicated to the revered meditation master Lu…
National Dhamma Quiz Contest
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National Dhamma Quiz Contest
…he text in the image is: "National Dhamma Quiz Contest The Dhamamkaya Foundation in co-operation with the International Buddhist Club have arranged a yearly peace and ethics education curriculum which…
The Dhamamkaya Foundation, with the International Buddhist Club, organizes a yearly peace and ethics education curriculum that fea…
Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon
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Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon
The text in the image reads: "The Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon With the recognition that many world scholars have been impeded from fully studying the Buddhist script…
…Romanized Pali Canon Text, the project produced a database released as a CD-ROM in 1995, developed with guidance from 51 experts across 14 nations. This initiative received significant media attention a…
Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Humanitarian Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
HUMANITARIAN ACTIVITIES Relief for Natural Disasters In many countries of the world, political unrest or n…
The Dhammakaya Foundation actively contributes to humanitarian efforts, especially during natural disasters and political unrest. Focused on alleviating suff…
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
…rld people are crying out for an alternative to stress and turmoil, the Dhammakaya Foundation tries its best to serve their needs by providing education in virtue and meditation. In order to make dreams…
The future holds the possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Found…
Letting Go of Material Worries
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Letting Go of Material Worries
…se worries and suffering behind, which are…” 1. Worrying about choosing the clothes that would go with my look and my hairstyle. 2. Worrying about deciding what accessories to wear with my clothes. 3. …
The text discusses the many worries related to clothing, accessories, and personal grooming. It emphasizes how these concerns can hinder true happiness and how shifting focus to meditation can le…
Understanding the Four Basic Requisites for Monks
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Understanding the Four Basic Requisites for Monks
Since we live in the physical world, we tend to think of the four basic requisites only in physical terms, for example food. We often think only whether or not it is clean, tasty, …
This text guides monks on how to perceive their basic requisites beyond physical terms like cleanliness and taste. It emphasizes being conscious and grateful, enc…
Direct and Indirect Benefits of Achieving Arahant Status
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Direct and Indirect Benefits of Achieving Arahant Status
Direct benefits. 1. For people who no longer suffer from desire or lust, and have become an Arahant, they will rec…
Achieving Arahant status brings both direct and indirect benefits. Directly, individuals free from desire will see past suffering vanish, prevent future suffering, …
The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
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The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
…ld in high regard and respect for millennia by many differing cultures and segments of seeking humanity, the lotus flower is a symbol of purity and illumination rising from the muddy depths of human suf…
The lotus flower has been a revered symbol across cultures for its representation of purity and illumination, emerging from the muddy depths of human suffering. The …
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
…ove towards Light. This type of wisdom is the **GATEWAY** to **ENLIGHTENMENT** that is also found with ascetics and monks in many religions and faiths the world over. The intensity of ‘Inner Light’ dep…
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of huma…
The Importance of Good Habits in Education
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The Importance of Good Habits in Education
…ual along the right path to further strengthen the fabric of human society in a way that is of benefit and diminishes human sufferings. Good community education leads to vibrant mental and physical heal…
This chapter discusses the significance of a solid education system in fostering good habits among individuals which leads to mental, physical health, and societal benefits. It defines habits…
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
…Buddhism in Cambodia has become weaker and weaker in the last few centuries due to the upheavals in its history. In Pol Pot’s regime (from 1974-1979) Cambodian Buddhism had almost completely vanished. T…
…ples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the new government prioritized rebuilding the nation while safeguarding Buddhist traditions. Despite the challenges, reviving …
Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
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Understanding the Root Causes of Life's Problems
…he problems in life come from three main areas: 1. Economic problems : Problems which have to do with the means of supporting oneself 2. Social problems : Problems which arise from conflicts 3. De…
…h involve the means of support; social problems arising from conflicts; and defilements associated with birth, aging, illness, and death. It is suggested that the government should handle economic and s…
How to Meditate: The Dhammakaya Method
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How to Meditate: The Dhammakaya Method
HOW TO MEDITATE 237 How To Meditate The Dhammakaya meditation method was initiated in Thailand 60 years ago by …
The Dhammakaya meditation method, initiated by Phra Mongkhalpemnu in Thailand 60 years ago, is popular worldwide for its…
Understanding Sin in Buddhism vs. Western Religions
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Understanding Sin in Buddhism vs. Western Religions
…sage of the word "sin" can be inappropriate or misleading when one attempts to discuss Buddhism, as its concept and meaning have already been ingrained in the mind of a westerner as something everyone i…
การใช้คำว่า 'บาป' อาจไม่เหมาะสมเมื่อพูดถึงพุทธศาสนา เนื่องจากความหมายของคำนี้ถูกฝังอยู่ในจิตใจของชาวตะวันตกว่าทุกคนเกิดมาพร้อมกับบาป ในศาสนายูดาย คริสต์ และอิสลาม บาปเกิดจากการไม่ปฏิบัติตามคำสั่งของพร
Understanding Buddhism: A Cosmic Religion
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Understanding Buddhism: A Cosmic Religion
BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the s…
…edom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it a modern and applicable way of life. It encourages a neutral perspect…
Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Dharma and Buddhist Practices
gratitude; there is life after death; heavens and hells exist, and enlightenment is attainable. Dharma *…
…ts are guided by three main practices: doing good, avoiding evil, and purifying the mind through meditation. They adhere to Five Precepts as ethical guidelines, which include refraining from killing, st…
Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
The opposite of merit is demerit, or ‘sin’. Demerit is the product of bad deeds. Bad deeds cause ‘bad karma’. D…
The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both g…
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
…rtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; lacking humility; being stubborn Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds The following are ten good deeds that produce gre…
This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. …