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The Journey of Sodh: From Education to Entrepreneurship
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The Journey of Sodh: From Education to Entrepreneurship
…onkhood he went on to continue his study at Bangpla Temple, Nakornpathom Province, where he studied Thai and Cambodian languages. Sodh was fourteen when his father passed away. As the eldest son, the bur…
Sodh grew up assisting his parents and began formal education with his monk uncle. After his father's death, he took over the family rice business, leading it to prosperity. A life-changing moment occ
The Legacy of Phramongkolthepmuni
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The Legacy of Phramongkolthepmuni
…hat he founded is practiced by millions of people throughout the world today. For most Buddhists in Thailand, Phramongkolthepmuni is best known by his miracles, prophecies and super-natural healing powers…
…kolthepmuni, known for his miracles and super-natural healing abilities, is a significant figure in Thai Buddhism. Millions of devotees pray to him for guidance and assistance daily, showcasing his enduri…
Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
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Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
…n actions. Bad actions cause bad consequences and good actions bear good consequences. Khun Yai: a Thai word for grandmother
…responsibility for one’s life circumstances. Lastly, the term 'Khun Yai' refers to a grandmother in Thai culture. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
…d oneself of ignorance. Vipassana: insight meditation Visuddhimagga: Path of Purification Wat: a Thai word for Buddhist temple. Wat Paknam: one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Thailand where th…
…Visuddhimagga outlines the path of purification in Buddhism. Wat translates to a Buddhist temple in Thai, with Wat Paknam being a notable temple in Thailand, renowned for its history and teaching.
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
… own “Western” way because, although Luang Por speaks English, many of these lectures were given in Thai, and I was working through my limited understanding of the language and through translators. When I…
… importance of mindfulness, and the learning process she underwent while translating teachings from Thai to English. The teachings serve as a gift for readers, emphasizing the significance of applying the…
Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
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Understanding a Good Life: Insights from Luang Por
…hem for it prior to the meeting itself. By "prepare", I simply mean that we taught them a bit about Thai culture and the history of the Wat, the protocol of proper etiquette around monks, and the hierarch…
…ultural understanding and proper etiquette in approaching monks, particularly within the context of Thai Buddhism. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Meetings with a Dhama Master
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Meetings with a Dhama Master
…n to leave, and I find myself standing here with five other lone English speakers in a sea of 7,994 Thai speakers… but who’s counting. There is me; Anita, a 29 year old South African; Sam, a 40 year old A…
…re participants wear distinct uniforms. Though English-speaking, they find themselves in a majority Thai-speaking environment. The rigorous daily schedule spans from 4 AM to 10 PM, focusing on mindfulness…
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
…speakers, so we have Luang Pi Pasura and Luang Pi Joshua as our translators. We also have delicious Thai food awaiting us for lunch! 2PM – 18 March 2010 This is a time for Questions and Answers. We have…
… understanding. After the insights, translators assist in bridging language gaps, while celebratory Thai cuisine awaits the attendees, enhancing the gathering's shared experience.
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
…f all of those actions. Khun - A polite designation for both men and women. It is also the word in Thai for virtue, which is kind of cool because we are assuming a lot when we call people this, right? K…
…ing. Lastly, polite designations like Khun are explored, revealing their association with virtue in Thai culture. This content aims to guide readers toward mindfulness and understanding of these teachings…
Ethics & Meditation Training Courses
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Ethics & Meditation Training Courses
…oyees. The courses have emphasized the cultivation of sound mind, responsibility and altruism. The Thai Forestry Commission, for example, held 22 training courses, each two months long, for 2,000 rangers…
…ourses aim to foster sound mind, responsibility, and altruism among participants. For instance, the Thai Forestry Commission has conducted 22 training sessions for 2,000 rangers, further extending the tra…
Upasakaratanam Ordination Programme
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Upasakaratanam Ordination Programme
…sakaratanam (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 occasion of H…
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 199…
National Dhamma Quiz Contest
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National Dhamma Quiz Contest
…d and was willingly adopted as an extra-curricular activity by many students and instructors around Thailand. Studies culminate in an examination of morality knowledge. In 1998, over 1,650,000 contestants…
…ighteenth year in 1999. The program has been widely embraced as an extra-curricular activity across Thailand, contributing to moral knowledge through examinations. In 1998, over 1.65 million participants …
Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon
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Computerization of the Buddhist Pali Canon
… Pali Tipitaka has received a great deal of press coverage and besides attracting interest from the Thai Royal Family, has become the focus of interest for professors and scholars from leading institutes …
…perts across 14 nations. This initiative received significant media attention and interest from the Thai Royal Family. As a result, it has attracted numerous scholars focusing on Buddhist studies. The pro…
Dhammakaya Foundation's Humanitarian Efforts
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Dhammakaya Foundation's Humanitarian Efforts
…e of the main humanitarian activities of Dhammakaya Foundation is the donation of blood through the Thai Red Cross Association. The Dhammakaya Foundation received a prize from H.H. the Supreme Patriarch i…
…ion has a strong commitment to blood donation, recognized for contributing over 5 million cc to the Thai Red Cross. It also offers aid to destitute children with food, clothing, and ethical training. Beyo…
Reflecting on Buddhism and Discipline
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Reflecting on Buddhism and Discipline
…visit those foreign countries, I realized that it is not that Buddhism that is bad, but the people. Thai discipline, when compared to those of Americans or Europeans, does not match up. Moreover, even tho…
…uthor reflects on experiences in foreign countries, highlighting the contrast in discipline between Thai Buddhists and individuals from the West, who may not practice Buddhism yet exhibit greater self-dis…
The Gift of Dhamma
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The Gift of Dhamma
…Khru Palad Pubait Jhanabhinyō Pismal Saenghiran & Family Phramaha Somboon Sammapunyo Staff of Thai Airways International PCL Dhammapreeda Team Taworn - Yupawow Reungjarungpong & Family Family …
This publication by the Moral Development Thru Education Foundation highlights the profound impact of Dhamma, emphasizing that the gift of Dhamma excels all gifts (Dh.354). It pays tribute to the bene
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
…n only take place with a month after Buddhist Lent. Khinnoonyoong: Khun Yai's adopted last name; a Thai word which means "peacock feather". Khun Yal: The word that literally means "grandmother". It is a…
This content delves into various Buddhist concepts such as 'fools'—spiritually defective individuals whose actions reflect moral weakness. It explains that heaven in Buddhism comprises six levels prov
Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
…re senior or superior, expressed through joining both palms together in a gesture of prayer. Wats: Thai word for a Buddhist temple.
… is earned through meditation and mental cultivation, while the gesture of Wai expresses respect in Thai culture, and Wats are the temples where Buddhism is practiced. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
เปิดหมู่บ้านปฏิบัติธรรมชาวญี่ปุ่น
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เปิดหมู่บ้านปฏิบัติธรรมชาวญี่ปุ่น
…ผ้าป่าสร้างหมู่บ้านปฏิบัติธรรม กิจกรรมในวันนี้จึงรับด้วย พิธีเปิดป้ายหมู่บ้านปฏิบัติธรรมชาวญี่ปุ่น (Thai Meiscu Village) โดยมีประธานฝ่ายราวัล คือ กัลยาณมิตรธรรม กำลังเอก และกัลยาณมิตรในหิง มีโอ: จากนั้น…
ในวันนี้มีพิธีเปิดหมู่บ้านปฏิบัติธรรมชาวญี่ปุ่น (Thai Meiscu Village) เพื่อสรรเสริญและเชิดชูเกียรติคุณของชาวญี่ปุ่นที่มีบทบาทช่วยงานพระศาสนา โดยมีพิธีมอบ…
Meditation Experiences of Youth
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Meditation Experiences of Youth
…editation experience: My experience with meditation is to be in a light" --- **Additional text in Thai (bottom of the page):** - First paragraph: "ประสบการณ์ภายในของแนน โจวชัว เอส. เบนูชิโซ ผมรู้สึกดีคร…
…. Arshi illustrated a sun in her meditation, symbolizing light. Additionally, there are insights in Thai, detailing similar positive meditation experiences from Nan, Jennifer, and Azi, revealing a common …