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Volunteer Opportunities in Buddhist Activities
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Volunteer Opportunities in Buddhist Activities
…tivities to provide opportunities for younger people to come into closer touch with Buddhism at the temple, especially on important religious days. Many times, large numbers of people come to join sacred ev…
…ntinuity of strong moral values in future generations. Their contributions significantly enrich the temple's community and activities. To learn more, visit dmc.tv.
Mass Meditation Events at the Temple
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Mass Meditation Events at the Temple
The temple organizes several mass meditation events each year, including on the Earth Day or 22 April. All the…
The temple hosts annual mass meditation events, inviting all peace lovers and meditation enthusiasts to partic…
Management and Care in Monastic Life
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Management and Care in Monastic Life
… Maintenance, and Exercise As a monk, you must learn to care for your personal effects, as well as temple property. You must understand the principles of efficiency, good organization, and caring for thing…
As a monk, it is vital to understand the importance of caring for both personal and temple property. All items in the temple are seen as belonging to Lord Buddha, donated by individuals out …
The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…dhorn on behalf of H.M. the King in December 1977 marked the official foundation of the centre as a temple. In the present day Khun Yai's leading students have ordained and are respectively Abbot and Vice-a…
…rn provided the foundation stone for the main chapel in 1977, marking its official recognition as a temple. Today, trained monks and residents number over a 1,000, highlighting the community's growth. The f…
History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
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History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Key Figures
…tion Method. 1909-2000 Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong, founder of Wat Phra Dhammakaya (the Dhammakaya Temple). 1963 Chaiyaboon Suddhiphol, the future Luang Por Dhammajayo, Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, met K…
…and discoverer of the Dhammakaya Meditation method. Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong, the founder of the temple, played a crucial role alongside prominent monks like Chaiyaboon Suddhiphol and Padej Pongsawat in …
Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
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Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
…ions. An example of this geographical flow was illustrated during a survey of the Jingzhen Buddhist Temple in Menghai. Here, the author found that the vice-abbot of the Temple, a 22 year old monk, was origi…
…lighted, emphasizing the cross-border flow of culture and resources. Instances such as the Jingzhen Temple illustrate the ongoing exchange of Buddhist texts, particularly between Myanmar and China, with the…
Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
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Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
… meditation, natural scenes, and traditional textiles) 2. (Images of women interacting, people at a temple, and group discussions) 3. (Black and white images of planets or moons, one with a cross-section of…
…dha, natural settings, and traditional textiles. It features women engaging in group discussions at temples, along with black and white imagery of celestial bodies and deities. The collection also shows mon…
YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
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YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
… that they can always meet with priest instructors, coordinators, mentors and friends at Dhammakaya Temple on Sundays at the N7. Awards of pride-giving Distinguished Yuwakalayanamitra and mentors are given…
…ent with training. They are encouraged to connect with priest instructors and mentors at Dhammakaya Temple on Sundays. Notable awards, including the YUWA CAMP Excellence and Popularity awards, recognize dis…
Transforming Habits: Lessons in Merit and Money Management
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Transforming Habits: Lessons in Merit and Money Management
…is money and remained out of debt. ********************************* Luang Phaw first entered the temple when a friend invited him to go meditate. At that time, he was involved in a conflict with his boss…
…ggled with debt and workplace conflict until his mother provided wisdom on prudence. A visit to the temple highlighted his habits of spending on cigarettes and alcohol, prompting reflection on the relations…
Journey to Joy: Discovering Thailand's Spiritual Heart
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Journey to Joy: Discovering Thailand's Spiritual Heart
…hat makes it so. 252 When I arrived in Thailand to live, my very first request was to be taken to a temple. I wanted to pay my respects to the resident monks there, and express my gratitude at finally being…
…s their bond with the unique culture and spirituality that defines this remarkable destination. The temple, located in Pathum Thani Province, serves as a gateway to discovering inner peace and the profound …
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…ult, I received enormous bliss in return. After the accident, I didn't have the chance to visit the temple again because I had to look after the store and take care of the children and myself. Going to the …
… the author finds immense joy and bliss in their spiritual practice. The commitment to visiting the temple, although hindered by responsibilities, reflects a deep devotion to their spiritual journey, emphas…
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
…ained as a Buddhist monk in 1969 after his graduation. Soon after, the largest and most disciplined Temple in Thailand was built. This monk was later called Luang Por Dhammajayo, the Abbot of Dhammakaya Tem…
…ity freshman eager for life's truth, who later became Luang Por Dhammajayo, the Abbot of Dhammakaya Temple. His journeys reflect the path to profound happiness, as evidenced by the establishment of the larg…
Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
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Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
…inspiration and teaching of higher meditation and insight. He has succeeded in establishing a model temple which is a prototype of a temple with good discipline, practices, cleanliness,orderliness and holin…
…ce of Phramongkolthepmuni, he developed the Dhammakaya School of meditation and established a model temple known for its discipline and cleanliness. His influence has led to the creation of a Buddhist satel…
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
…spect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activities, events, and ceremonies become paralyzed. The number of Buddhist people declines. Howeve…
When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essenti…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey in Buddhism
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey in Buddhism
…ty, Bangkok in 1969. In the same year as his graduation, he was ordained at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen temple with His Holiness Somdet Phra Maharatchamongkhalachan, the present abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen…
…n on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, was ordained in 1969 and became the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple, which he developed into a major meditation center. He is the founder of the Dhammakaya Foundation,…
Training Programme and Dhamma Teaching to the Public
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Training Programme and Dhamma Teaching to the Public
…eaching to the Public ince the beginning of building Wat Phra Dhammakaya, the duty in building the temple was heavy, but one that Luang Phaw Dhammajayo gave as being the most important: training and teachi…
Since its inception, Wat Phra Dhammakaya has prioritized Dhamma training alongside temple construction. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes the significance of teaching Dhamma to the public th…
Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
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Qualifications and Responsibilities for Monastic Life
…are eligible though not yet ready 39 Duties and Responsibilities for Monks 41 Alms Gathering 44 Temple Cleaning 50 Confession 55 Chanting and Meditation 57 Mindfulness 60 Caring for Teachers 63 Man…
…ng groups forbidden and eligible. It details the responsibilities of monks, such as alms gathering, temple upkeep, and mindfulness practices. The benefits of ordination are also discussed, highlighting the …
Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
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Practicing Austerity in Buddhism
… Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such a practice, you can go to a temple and dwell under a long-handed umbrella for a few nights. Then you will clearly understand what you …
การฝึกอัสเตรีตี้ช่วยให้เราแยกแยะความต้องการและสิ่งที่ต้องการได้ชัดเจน โดยเริ่มจากการใช้ชีวิตในวัดและสวมเสื้อผ้าขาวเพื่อความมีสติและระมัดระวัง การปฏิบัติดังกล่าวนำมาซึ่งความสงบทั้งทางกายและจิตใจ และเมื
Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
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Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
Chapter 42 Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples In October 1998, an important Buddhist event occurred in Thailand. News had…
ในเดือนตุลาคม 1998 เกิดขึ้นในไทยเหตุการณ์ทางพุทธศาสนาที่สำคัญ วัดธรรมกายที่มีพื้นที่มากกว่า 3,200,000 ตารางเมตรเผชิญกับการโจมตีจากสื่อโดยเฉพาะในช่วงเวลาที่เศรษฐกิจไทยเสื่อมถอย แต่กลับไม่สูญพันธุ์ตามที
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
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Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pu…
In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of Perf…