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The Reflection of Stillness: Discovering Inner Peace
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The Reflection of Stillness: Discovering Inner Peace
ing teaches us principles that are relevant even in these modern times. In a world too often driven by expediency and instant results, ordaining asks us to be patient and look more carefully at both t
This text explores the concept of ordaining as a means to develop patience and self-reflection in our fast-paced world. A venerable monk teaches the significance of stillness through the metaphor of l
Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
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Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
There are 227 precepts, which include rules, regulations, and traditions that serve as guidelines for those who are ordained. The precepts are tools that help define the differences between right and
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
The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
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The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
have already undergone ordination before His Majesty granted titles. Therefore, civil servants of that period were all ordained, and sought to encourage their male children to be ordained as well, upo
บทความนี้สำรวจการเปลี่ยนแปลงและการลดลงของการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับธรรมะในสังคมไทย โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในช่วงหลังกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ เมื่อระบบการศึกษาหมุนเข้าสู่แนวทางตะวันตก ส่งผลให้ผู้คนเริ่มเชื่อว่า ความรู้ด้านวิ
Understanding True Happiness
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Understanding True Happiness
I have asked this question many times before, and the answer has always been the same. We are all looking for happiness. All of us here today seek a way to true happiness. When I ask whether anyone h
ในข้อความนี้เราพูดถึงความสุขที่แท้จริงที่เราทุกคนแสวงหา ถึงแม้ว่าหลายคนอาจคิดว่าตนพบความสุขแล้ว แต่เมื่อไตร่ตรองอย่างลึกซึ้ง กลับพบว่าเป็นเพียงความสุขชั่วคราวที่นำมาซึ่งความทุกข์ Lord Buddha ได้ให้ควา
The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
the desire of young people who seek happiness in companionship; once they find their match they are happy, but then later on comes the suffering. Suffering in the form of concern, worry, jealousy, pri
The text discusses how young people often seek happiness in companionship, experiencing initial joy that can later transform into suffering due to jealousy, pride, and disappointment. This can lead to
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
dure six arduous years of self-mortification before discovering Niramisasukha. During this period, the Buddha came close to death more than once, but when he finally found true happiness, he chose to
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
Even when the individual knows about the benefits of ordination, it is no small task to give up family and worldly possessions for the sake of Dhamma. The individual must have a strong inner desire, l
The text discusses the difficulties faced by individuals when choosing ordination, which requires strong inner desire and familial support. It recounts the story of Lord Buddha's own decision to ordai
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re
The Teachings of Phra Rathapala on Suffering and Desire
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The Teachings of Phra Rathapala on Suffering and Desire
Phra Rathapala explained to the Raja that he had his own four reasons for ordination these having been taught to him by Lord Buddha. That in one's life there are two types of suffering: suffering that
Phra Rathapala shares insights on suffering as taught by Lord Buddha, emphasizing the unavoidable suffering from past lives and the avoidable suffering caused by desire. Key points include the inevita
The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
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The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
The story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena Rohana was a monk who, after the death of Lord Buddha, had a revelation. He saw that the child Nagasena, the recently born son of a Brahmin, would play an i
The story unveils the dedication of monk Phra Rohana, who recognized the potential of the intelligent child Nagasena at birth. Despite never receiving alms from Nagasena's family, Rohana visited daily
Ordination Traditions during the Time of the Buddha
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Ordination Traditions during the Time of the Buddha
There are numerous stories of those who had enough faith to push them to be ordained since the time of the Buddha. In each and every story, there are many lessons that can be learned, one common theme
This text discusses the ordination traditions during Buddha's time, emphasizing the importance of faith and perseverance for liberation from suffering. It recounts the story of Buddha's own ordination
Qualifications for Monk Ordination
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Qualifications for Monk Ordination
7. Appointed monks assemble outside the assembly to ask the novice examination questions (antarayikadhammma) 8. Ask the novices to reenter the assembly hall after the exam 9. The novice must then requ
To be ordained as a monk, an individual must meet specific qualifications, including being at least 20 years old. Certain groups are forbidden from ordination: homosexuals, hermaphrodites, and those w
Eligibility for Ordination in the Monkhood
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Eligibility for Ordination in the Monkhood
Third, those who have killed their parents or guardians. Those who fall into any of these categories are unworthy of ordination and strictly forbidden from going forth into the monkhood. *Those who
This text discusses the criteria for ordination within the monkhood, outlining those who are forbidden from ordination, such as individuals who have committed parricide. It also highlights categories
Eligibility Criteria for Ordination
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Eligibility Criteria for Ordination
7. Those who have outstanding debts 8. Those who have been convicted of a crime. 9. Those who are notorious for wrongdoings and mis deeds. *Those who are eligible though may not yet be ready to be or
This text outlines the criteria for those who are eligible yet not prepared for ordination in the Buddhist tradition. It mentions individuals with outstanding debts, criminal convictions, and those kn
Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
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Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
Having thought more about that, and I returned to my simple monks' quarters (kuti), I felt I had no time to rest. I immediately started meditating with diligence. After I finished meditating, I studie
บทความนี้สำรวจความหมายและที่มาของประเพณีการใส่บาตรในประเทศไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการให้ และทำไมไม่นักบวชควรจะเป็นฝ่ายแสดงความขอบคุณผ่านการไหว้ให้กับญาติโยม และความรู้ที่มอบให้จะมีค่ากว่าทรัพย
Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
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Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
At Dhammakaya Temple, we have a policy of cleanliness that applies right from the front gates to every inch of temple grounds. Every morning, when I leave my kuti, I come across pieces of paper, trash
ที่วัดธรรมกายมีนโยบายเรื่องความสะอาดที่บังคับใช้ตั้งแต่ประตูทางเข้าจนถึงทุกซอกทุกมุมของวัด ทุกเช้าเมื่อฉันออกจากกุฏิจะพบกระดาษ ขยะ และก้นบุหรี่ แม้ว่าจะมีป้ายบอกให้คนงดสูบบุหรี่ แต่ยังมีคนแอบสูบอยู่ เ
Quality of Life in Temples
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Quality of Life in Temples
information, along with other things he has observed to form a picture of the quality of life in any temple. However, for temples that are clean and well organized and where the community coexists in
บทความนี้สำรวจคุณภาพชีวิตในวัด โดยเน้นความสำคัญของความสะอาดและการอยู่ร่วมกันในสังคม หากวัดมีความสะอาดและมีการจัดการที่ดี พระสงฆ์สามารถสอนธรรมะและเสริมกำลังใจให้กับชุมชนได้ นอกจากนี้ยังกล่าวถึงประสบการ
The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
they also love cleanliness. There is a story about a monk who would often meditate in the woods. He would often use the base of trees for relieving himself. One night, as the monk sat there meditating
เนื้อหาบทเรียนนี้เล่าถึงความสำคัญของความสะอาดในพุทธศาสนา โดยมีเรื่องเล่าของพระที่นั่งสมาธิในป่า และการสนทนาของทูตสวรรค์เกี่ยวกับความสะอาด เมื่อปฏิบัติความสะอาด จะมีผลต่อจิตใจและร่างกายอย่างลึกซึ้ง ให้
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The Benefits of Confession 1. It helps monks to recognize any wrongdoings. 2. It helps monks to solve problems rather than hide it, and accept the consequences 3. It prevents monks from being deceitf
Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
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Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
4. Chanting and Meditating When the Buddha was alive, his disciples could listen to him preach and extol the virtues of the Dhamma everyday. However, after the Buddha passed away from this world, his
After the Buddha's passing, his disciples engaged in chanting and meditation to keep the teachings of Dhamma alive. Vatta involves chanting in homage to the Triple Gem: the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the