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Seven Kinds of Offerings to the Sangha
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Seven Kinds of Offerings to the Sangha
" There are seven kinds of offerings made to the Sangha, Ānanda. One gives a gift to a Sangha of both [bhikkhus and bhikkhunīs] headed by the Buddha; this …
This text outlines the seven kinds of offerings one can make to the Sangha, including gifts to the collective body of monks and nuns, and individual offerings specifying bhik…
World Buddhist Sangha Youth Organization
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World Buddhist Sangha Youth Organization
WORLD BUDDHIST SANGHA YOUTH OBJECTIVE * To develop Buddhist youth organization and exchanges of Buddhist Sangha youth wo…
The World Buddhist Sangha Youth (WBSY), founded by Venerable Mugunuwela Anuruddha Thera in 2004, aims to develop Buddhist you…
The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
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The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
…city. After King Suddhodana’s death, Mahā pajā pati pleaded with the Buddha to admit women into the Sangha, and her acceptance marked the beginning of the Bhikkhuni Sangha, the Order of Nuns. The story is f…
…h. During the early days of the Buddha's teachings, she advocated for the inclusion of women in the Sangha, ultimately leading to the formation of the Bhikkhuni Sangha, the Order of Nuns. This sutta present…
Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta - The Gift to the Sangha
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Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta - The Gift to the Sangha
The Vitar of Abmagiving 36 6. Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta "Give it to the Sangha, Gotami. When you give it to the Sangha, both I and the Sangha will be honoured." 3. Then the vene…
In this excerpt from the Dakkhīnāvibhanga Sutta, the importance of giving to the Sangha is emphasized. Gotami's act of offering cloths is noted as significant, with the respect shown towa…
Welcome Speech at the 4th General Conference of WBSY
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Welcome Speech at the 4th General Conference of WBSY
…e speech on 11 DEC 2550(B.E.) Most venerable Pra Athikarn Sanong Khatapumpyo, Mahathero, Abbot Wat Sanghathan, most venerable Maduluwawe Sobitha Nayaka Maha Thero the President of National Sangha Council o…
…Anuruddha Thero delivered a warm welcome speech at the 4th General Conference of the World Buddhist Sangha Youth at Wat Sanghathan. He expressed gratitude to various international delegates from countries s…
WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration
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WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration
WBSY SANGHA UNITY DECLARATION We, the young monastic delegates from more than thirty countries assembled here …
The WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration was made by young monastic delegates from over thirty countries during the fourth…
Understanding the Concept of Membership in the Sangha
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Understanding the Concept of Membership in the Sangha
… offered, by way of the intention of the donor, not to the "yellow-necks" as individuals but to the Sangha as a corporate whole. Thus the recipient body includes all the virtuous bhikkhus of the past, even …
…n worldly activities like trade and farming. It emphasizes the significance of gifts offered to the Sangha, indicating that such gifts are beyond individual merit and are intended for the collective body, w…
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
…sed on reason. As a matter of fact, these monks must go through a judicial process conducted by the Sangha Council. We should not get involved. The Sangha Council will punish the monks in accordance with th…
…ies. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The Sangha Council oversees monk discipline and handles transgressions. Buddhists are encouraged to not rush i…
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
…o pay respect to only the Lord Buddha and the Dhamma. My question is, “Can I not pay respect to the Sangha?” His question was sensitive, difficult to answer, and had a potentially broad impact on the Sangha
The text emphasizes the importance of supporting the Sangha community and not generalizing negative perceptions from a few individuals. It highlights a situati…
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
…nd re-birth. The only way to beat Samsara is to become enlightened, so start meditating today, ok? Sangha – An association or assembly. Generally, people think of the word only connected to the monastic or…
…le of suffering driven by birth and rebirth, highlighting the importance of enlightenment. The term Sangha extends beyond monastics to include all who bond over shared beliefs. Concepts like Saphaa emphasiz…
Understanding Respect in Buddhism
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Understanding Respect in Buddhism
…o pay respect to only the Lord Buddha and the Dhamma. My question is, "Can I not pay respect to the Sangha?" His question was sensitive, difficult to answer, and had a potentially broad impact on the Sangha
…e Buddha. It highlights a discussion between a layperson and a senior monk regarding respecting the Sangha while acknowledging misconduct. The monk advises finding virtues in others and maintaining an open …
Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
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Clear-minded Youths: The Story of a Wood Cutter’s Son
…t are Gotama Buddha’s disciples, who by day and by night are always mindful of the qualities of the Sangha. Verse 8: Fully alert and ever vigilant are Gotama Buddha’s disciples, who by day and by night are…
…dha’s disciples remain fully alert and vigilant, maintaining mindfulness of the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. Their day and night focus extends to the components of the body and the cultivation of goodwill an…
The Harmonious Teachings of Buddhism for a Peaceful World
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The Harmonious Teachings of Buddhism for a Peaceful World
…e Patriarch of Bhagawan Gu Fan Mi Chiness Han Transmission Thatrayana Buddhism "The World Buddhist Sangha Youth is like the sun rising at the early dawn in the east. It is in fact the most powerful and mos…
The World Buddhist Sangha Youth symbolizes a rising force within Buddhism, promoting harmony and unity across various traditi…
The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
…son, owing to another, has come to possess unwavering confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, and to possess the virtues loved by noble ones, I say that it is not easy for the former to repay …
…khināvíbhanga Sutta emphasizes the significance of unwavering confidence in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. It illustrates how one person's faith and understanding can be influenced by another, making it di…
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…nt, disrespect His teachings, and disregard the practice of His teachings. They also disrespect the Sangha (monks) who practice righteousness and possess insight. Most importantly, they disrespect the pract…
…rnal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists who fail to respect the Buddha, His teachings, and the Sangha. They doubt the enlightenment of the Lord Buddha and disregard meditation practices, leading to a l…
Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
…nt, disrespect His teachings, and disregard the practice of His teachings. They also disrespect the Sangha (monks) who practice righteousness and possess insight. Most importantly, they disrespect the pract…
…hings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking respect for the Buddha, His teachings, and the Sangha. Internal Fools can undermine Buddhism by becoming unwitting tools for External Fools, as their irr…
Supreme Chanting to the Dhamma and Recollection of the Saṅgha
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Supreme Chanting to the Dhamma and Recollection of the Saṅgha
[7] Supreme Chanting to the Dhamma Dhammābhītī (Handa mayam dhammābhītīṁ karoma se) Svākkhātāṭadiguñayogavāseṇa seyyo, Yo maggapākaparayattivimokkhabhedo, Dhammo kulokapatanaṁ tadādhṛidharī, Vandāmaha
This text discusses the significance of chanting to the Dhamma and the virtues of the Saṅgha. It highlights the importance of Dhamma as a refuge and its role in overcoming suffering. The chanting emph
Message from the Founder and Secretary General of WBSY
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Message from the Founder and Secretary General of WBSY
…m Founder and Secretary General of WBSY It was a greatly inspiring occasion for the World Buddhist Sangha Youth of Sri Lanka to organize the Third General Conference of the World Buddhist Sangha Youth duri…
The World Buddhist Sangha Youth of Sri Lanka organized their Third General Conference from 2nd - 5th December 2006, themed 'T…
The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
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The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
…anyone, except the Lord Buddha, capable of establishing a new rule and then all monks in the whole *sangha* would accept it. On top of that, the Lord Buddha also set particular rules for the *sangha* to hol…
The Pāṭimokkha rules, once established, significantly influence the daily lives of monks within the sangha. Any monk who breaks these rules must confess to the offense, which underscores the importance of t…
Establishment of Auspicious Stone at Kanth Polgolla
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Establishment of Auspicious Stone at Kanth Polgolla
…anth Polgolla Sri Salawana Maha Viharaya on 12th August 2019 The Walkway to the Seema is offered to Sangha by Most Ven. chaithoahan Dagampala, at a dhamma Dhamma Pathom Thani, Thailand."
…hukkhep Seema at Kanth Polgolla Sri Salawana Maha Viharaya on August 12, 2019. This offering to the Sangha was made by Most Ven. Chaithoahan Dagampala at a dhamma event in Pathom Thani, Thailand. It highlig…