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The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
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The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
…her cried, “Goodbye, mother.” The Yakkha said, “If you do not return, my son, I cannot live,” and she smote upon her breast, and straightway in sorrow for her son her heart was broken and she fell dow…
The Bodhisatta bids farewell to his mother Yakkha, grieving her death after she collapses from sorrow. He honors her with a funeral pyre and returns to Benares with his father. U…
The Favorite Jataka
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The Favorite Jataka
…y?” “Great king, let anyone that likes be the thief. From the time you recovered your treasure, why should you want the thieves? Do not ask about that.” “Friend, I pay you daily a thousand pieces of m…
This excerpt from The Favorite Jataka illustrates a dialogue between a king and a youth who has recovered treasure from thieves. The king, overwhelmed with appreciation for the recovery, demands the c
The Tale of Patala the Dancer
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The Tale of Patala the Dancer
…drink. On his way to his own village he came to the bank of the river, and sat down watching the freshly flowing stream, to drink his strong drink. When he was drunk and unconscious of his weakness, he …
…wades into a river with his lute. As he sinks, his wife considers his fate. Desperate for survival, she requests one song from him to earn her living. What follows is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice,…
The Perils of Kings and Refuges
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The Perils of Kings and Refuges
…king, who like the mighty earth is the refuge of the whole world, rises up and plays the thief, who shall avert the danger? Can you, sire, recognize the thief hidden under the guise of this story?" "Fri…
This narrative reflects on the nature of leadership and betrayal. A king who should be a refuge becomes a thief, prompting a discussion about justice…
The Parable of the Thief and the Refuge
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The Parable of the Thief and the Refuge
"A man, O king, who like fire was the refuge of the people, stole the bundle of jewels. Do not ask me about the thief." "Friend, just bring me the thief." Without telling the king that he was a thief
…le jewels but is ensnared in another story about excess and consequence. The narratives intertwine, showing how what appears to be a refuge can become a downfall. The storyteller suggests focusing on re…
The Favorite Jataka
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The Favorite Jataka
"Friend, if you can, bring me the thief." To make the king comprehend, he told yet another story. 5) Formerly, sire, in this very city a wind arose and broke a certain man's limbs. Lamenting he spo
In this story, a friend is implored to bring the thief to the king. To elucidate his request, he shares the tale of a man whose refuge turned perilous when a wind broke his limbs. The moral warns of …
The Favourites Jataka
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The Favourites Jataka
…e.** "For just as, sire, the tree is the refuge of birds, so is the king the refuge of his people. Should he play the thief, who shall avert the danger? Take note of this, sire." "Friend, only bring m…
Once upon a time in the Himalayas, there was a tree sheltering many birds, but its branches sparked a fire. The chief bird warned others to flee, illustra…
The King's Dilemma
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The King's Dilemma
…So is the thief." "Do so, friend." On hearing his words he thought, "This king does not allow me to shield him: I will now catch the thief." And when the people had gathered together, he addressed them …
… about a thief, demanding him to catch the culprit. The young man perceives the king's inability to shield himself from accusations and resolves to reveal the truth to the gathered assembly. He warns of…
The Downfall of a Wicked King
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The Downfall of a Wicked King
When they heard what he said, people thought, 'The king, though he ought to have protected others, threw the blame on another. After he had with his own hands placed his treasure in the tank, he went
…cts the consequences faced by a corrupt king who, instead of taking responsibility for his actions, shifts the blame onto others. After the people realize the king's treachery, they unite to punish him …
Valähassa-Jataka
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Valähassa-Jataka
…is done, they ruin them, character, wealth and all, by their evil ways. This gives them the name of she-goblins. In former days also a troop of she-goblins tempted a caravan of traders, and got power ov…
…tray through their allure and ultimately ruin them. This theme is illustrated through a fable about she-goblins who deceitfully entice and destroy a group of traders, showcasing the peril of succumbing …
The Escape from Goblins
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The Escape from Goblins
The eldest merchant embraced her, and perceived that she was a goblin. “All the five hundred of them must be goblins!” he thought to himself: “we must make…
In a story where merchants find themselves confronted by goblins, one elder merchant realizes the danger and urges his companions to flee. However, many choose to stay, believing they need not fear. A
The Tale of the Bodhisatta and the Naga King
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The Tale of the Bodhisatta and the Naga King
…aused smoke to arise, and thirdly he made flames dart up as high as a palm-tree. Seeing the flames shooting up from the water, the Bodhisatta cried to the birds, “Water is used to quench fire; but here…
…ing, who is angered by the birds fouling his water. In vengeance, he makes the lake boil and flames shoot up. The Bodhisatta warns the birds to leave, as water is burning. He recites a stanza urging the…
The Elephants Performance Before the King
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The Elephants Performance Before the King
The king with his courtiers also climbed the mountain, and had the elephant halted at the brink of a precipice. "Now," said he to the man, "if he is so well trained as you say, make him stand on three
…g is amazed by the elephant's prowess as it performs seamlessly without falling over the precipice, showcasing the deep bond and training between the mahout and the majestic creature. This thrilling enc…
The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
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The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumb…
…ephant, urging it to reveal its powers and escape. The mahout believes only a wise and worthy ruler should possess such a magnificent creature, highlighting the importance of valuing true greatness. The…
Jataka Tales Collection
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Jataka Tales Collection
…d-ningra-Jataka Loska-Jataka Kaputa-Jataka Veda-Jataka Rohini-Jataka Ananda-Jataka Vardhu-Jataka Nakshtha-Jataka Dhumedhu-Jataka Maha-Jataka Punpati-Jataka Phala-Jataka Kaicnacnakhanda-Jataka
…duct. This anthology includes numerous stories such as Kanda-Jataka, Nacca-Jataka, and Maha-Jataka, showcasing the diversity and depth of Buddhist folklore. The tales provide insights into human experie…
Jataka Tales: Exploring the Stories of the Buddha
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Jataka Tales: Exploring the Stories of the Buddha
Ganggawra-Jataka Ceitraya-Jataka Aditra-Jataka Atyuha-Jataka Dipa-Jataka Koshambi-Jataka Mahaska-Jataka Cuni-Jataka Paduksasampaya-Jataka Lomaskassa-Jataka Chatukka-Jataka Haina…
…hese stories or revisiting them, the Jataka Tales provide a window into the values and beliefs that shape Buddhist teachings. Discover diverse stories and reflect on their meanings, all while embarking …
การเผยแพร่พระพุทธศาสนาในมงโลเกีย
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การเผยแพร่พระพุทธศาสนาในมงโลเกีย
…มือนเดิม... แรกเริ่มเดิมที ชาวมงโลกินับถือองค์ลักษณ์ ลูกชายออกบวชครอบครัวละคร ๑ คน ช่วงนั้น ชามาน (Shaman: คณะรง, หมอผี) ซึ่งเป็น วิถีความเชื่อเก่าแก่ ต่อมา “พระพุทธศาสนา” ตั้งเดิม จากอินเดียเข้ามาเส้น…
เรื่องราวการเผยแพร่พระพุทธศาสนาในมงโลเกียเริ่มต้นตั้งแต่ศาสนาเข้ามาทางเส้นทางสายไหม โดยมีอิทธิพลจากชามาน และการฟื้นฟูศาสนาที่เกิดขึ้นในภายหลัง แม้ว่าพระพุทธศาสนาจะเคยเจริญรุ่งเรือง แต่ก็ต้องเผชิญกับกา
ความหมายของคำว่า 'สินธุ' 'อินดู' และ 'อินเดีย'
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ความหมายของคำว่า 'สินธุ' 'อินดู' และ 'อินเดีย'
…ขึ้นในอียิปต์ อารยันชาวอารยันตั้งขึ้นในอียิปต์ อารยันชาวอารยันตั้งขึ้นในอียิปต์ YELLOW RIVER (SHANG) อาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักร อาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักรอาณาจักร ทวีปอีย…
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความหมายของคำว่า 'สินธุ', 'อินดู', และ 'อินเดีย' ที่มีความเชื่อมโยงกัน โดยชี้ให้เห็นว่าคำเหล่านี้มีต้นกำเนิดมาจากภาษาต่างๆ รวมถึงภาษาสันสกฤตและภาษาเปอร์เซียโบราณ. นอกจากนี้ยังพูดถึงอา
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The images shows monks engaged in various community and religious activities. Sorry, I can't provide a text extra…
The Offering Ceremony to the Buddha
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The Offering Ceremony to the Buddha
…laypeople. The text visible in the banner in the bottom right part of the image is in Thai and English. The English part says: "The Offering Ceremony to the Buddha" and it appears to be on a Sunday, wi…
This event showcases a traditional Offering Ceremony to the Buddha held on Sunday, April 23, 2018. Attendees incl…