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Understanding Thai Customs: Wai and Wat
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Understanding Thai Customs: Wai and Wat
Suzanne Jeffrey Wai -A Thai greeting, and sign or respect, done by placing the hands in front of the body, at about chest high, elegantly pressed together like a lotus flower. The higher the placemen
This text describes the 'Wai', a traditional Thai greeting that shows respect, performed by pressing hands together at chest height. The height of the hands indicates the level of respect. Additionall
Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
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Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
Chapter 45 Contributing a Buddha Image- The Body of Enlightenment Donating a Buddha image for oneself or one's family was a favorite tradition of our ancestors. Wealthier people traveled around the co
In this chapter, we discuss the importance of donating a Buddha image as a traditional practice among our ancestors. Wealthier individuals often traveled to contribute these images to temples, recogni
Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
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Inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest: A Call for Harmony
As this is the inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest, I regard all of you who have agreed to participate as history-makers in the forging of World Peace in our world – you are pioneers in bringing fort
This inaugural World Peace Ethics Contest highlights participants as history-makers in promoting global peace. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual enlightenment, calling upon the merits of enlig
The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
The Dhammakaya Tradition Founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phramongkolthepmuni (background picture), the Dhammakaya Knowledge was passed on to Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong (center
The Dhammakaya Tradition was founded by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, Phramongkolthepmuni. This rich tradition of knowledge was eventually passed on to Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong, who p
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
GLOSSARY 155 Dhamma (Skt. Dharma): the truth; the natural condition of things or beings; the law of their existence; the ethical code of righteousness; the whole body of religious doctrines as a sys
This glossary outlines significant Buddhist terms. Dhamma refers to truth and the natural law of existence as taught by the Buddha. Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta is recognized as the Buddha's first teac
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 spiritual assembly hall in the world), the Phramonkollthepmuni Vihara,
The World Dhammakaya 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 med
The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition
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The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition
NORMAN, K.R. 1983 “The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition.” A History of Indian Literature: 1-2, edited by Jan Gonda. Wiesbaden: Otto Harrassowitz. PEW Research Center. 2017 “World Bu
This text discusses the significance of the Pali language within the Theravadin Buddhist tradition. It examines its historical roots, literary contributions, and the ongoing impact on Buddhist practic
Exploring Dhammakāya and the Eightfold Path
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Exploring Dhammakāya and the Eightfold Path
Dhammakāya, Sotāpana: Effort, Right (see Right Effort) Coarse, 108, 134; defilements of Eightfold Path: arises internally as 136-7; Subtle, 108, 134 sphere 105; components 20, 117, Dhammakāya Traditi
This text delves into the Dhammakāya tradition, highlighting key components of the Eightfold Path and its teachings on defilements, enlightenment, and the nature of suffering. Concepts are illustrated
Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
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Early Influences and Studies in Buddhism
Bumbacher, Stephan Peter. 2007. "Early Buddhism in China: Daoist Reactions." In A. Heirman and S. P. Bumbacher, eds., *The spread of Buddhism*, pp. 203-246. Leiden: Brill. Chandawimala, Rangama. 2013.
This compilation examines significant scholarly works on early Buddhism, including Stephan Bumbacher's study of Daoist reactions to Buddhism in China, and Rangama Chandawimala's analysis of the Abhaya
Luang Por Dattajevo: A Visionary in Thai Buddhism
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Luang Por Dattajevo: A Visionary in Thai Buddhism
Luang Por Dattajevo (monastic name Phrabhavanaviriyakhun) is a Thai Buddhist monk who was born in 1941, in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. He was educated within the public school system of Thailand and went
Luang Por Dattajevo, born in 1941 in Kanchanaburi, is a notable Thai Buddhist monk and educator. After receiving a post-graduate degree in Australia, he helped establish Wat Phra Dhammakaya in 1970 an
Honorific Plaques Awarded to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Honorific Plaques Awarded to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
Honorific Plaque from Senate Offered on 23rd February 2005 This award offered to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo is from the generosity of the Dhammakaya Foundation donating relief materials to Tsunami victims
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo received honors for his charitable acts, including relief efforts for Tsunami victims through the Dhammakaya Foundation, promoting unity among Thais and foreigners. He was awarde
Venerable Dhammajayo and his Contributions to World Peace
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Venerable Dhammajayo and his Contributions to World Peace
has also received an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Buddhist Studies from the Maha Chulalongkorn Raja Vidhayalai University. He was the first Thai Buddhist monk to receive the Mahatma Gandhi Peace Awar
Venerable Dhammajayo has received multiple accolades for his dedication to promoting world peace through inner peace and meditation. As the first Thai Buddhist monk to receive the Mahatma Gandhi Peace
Thai Temples in Japan
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Thai Temples in Japan
Osaka Wat Bhavana Osaka DIMC of Osaka 4-6-27 Ohmiya, Asahi-ku, Osaka, 535-0002, Japan Tel. +(81)-66-956-1400 Fax. +(81)-66-956-1401 Website : www.dimcip.org/osaka E-mail : [email protected] Nagan
This text provides information about two Thai temples located in Japan: Wat Bhavana in Osaka and Wat Thai in Nagano. Wat Bhavana Osaka is located at 4-6-27 Ohmiya, Asahi-ku, Osaka, and can be contacte
Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
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Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
Suzanne Jeffrey predominantly by Thai people, and cater to the Thai population. Luang Por begins by saying that even though there are centers around the world, if the Wat really wants to gauge its’ s
In this meeting, Luang Por highlights the need for the Wat to refocus on its foundational mission of achieving World Peace through Inner Peace. He expresses concern over the limited participation of l
Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
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Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
Upasikaratnam (Female Lay - Follower) Ordination Programme The programme was organized to commemorate the Thai National Mother's Day and to dedicate merit to Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand on the a
The Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme, organized on Thai National Mother's Day, celebrated Her Majesty the Queen's birthday on August 12, 1998. The event attracted nearly 200,000 female participants,
Dhammakaya Foundation's Educational Media
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Dhammakaya Foundation's Educational Media
Cassettes For the convenience in spreading Dhamma to youth around the country, Dhammakaya Foundation has produced video and audio cassette teaching materials on subjects including meditation instructi
The Dhammakaya Foundation produces a range of video and audio teaching materials, including meditation instructions, Dhamma music, and chantings to engage youth across Thailand. It operates 10 daily r
Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong: A Life Story
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Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong: A Life Story
"Khun Yay" Chand Khonnokyoong was born on January 20, 1909, in Nakorn Chaisi, a rural municipality of Thailand. She was the fifth of nine children in the family. Her father, Ploy, and mother, Pan, wer
Khun Yay Chand Khonnokyoong was born on January 20, 1909, in Nakorn Chaisi, Thailand, as the fifth child in a family of rice farmers. The name 'Khun Yay' translates to 'grandmother' in Thai, symbolizi
The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
What is a blessing? Blessing is called vara in the Pali language. The meaning of vara is progress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a bl
คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร
Upasakaratanam Ordination Programme
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Upasakaratanam Ordination Programme
Upasakaratanam (Male Lay-Follower) Ordination Programme The programme is organized to commemorate the Thai National Father's Day and to dedicate merit to His Majesty the King on the auspicious occasi
The Upasakaratanam Ordination Programme was established to celebrate the Thai National Father's Day and to dedicate merit to His Majesty the King on his birthday, 5 December 1998. In January 1999, the
The Importance of Group Meditation in Buddhism
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The Importance of Group Meditation in Buddhism
Buddhist Congregation Monica : What does it mean to a Buddhist to practice meditation in a ceremony like the Kathina Ceremony yesterday? Does it enrich the Buddhist life to meditate together with othe
In this text, Monica questions the significance of group meditation, particularly during the Kathina Ceremony. Luang Phaw explains that while individuals typically meditate alone during the week, comi