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of their donations, going from 10 to 100 baht. If they had planned to donate 100 baht, they would increase the amount exponentially. Therefore, cleanliness is the most charming attribute of a temple."

ความสะอาดถือเป็นคุณลักษณะที่สำคัญที่สุดของวัด เมื่อผู้เข้าชมเยือนวัด สิ่งแรกที่พวกเขามักจะถามคือ 'ห้องน้ำอยู่ไหน?' ซึ่งแสดงให้เห็นว่าความสะอาดของสิ่งอำนวยความสะดวกมีความสำคัญจริง ๆ หากวัดไม่มีกระบวนกา

Since we must seek refuge in our own wisdom in times of sorrow and happiness, we can appreciate that the Lord Buddha's supreme wisdom (of how to lead one's life) is indeed comparable to none. His pure

This text emphasizes the supreme wisdom of the Lord Buddha, which serves as a guide in both sorrow and joy. It highlights the causes of life's vicissitudes, including the Law of Cause and Effect (Kamm

6) When the Lord Buddha faced an expert on debate, He used His wisdom to solve this problem. Each of His words possessed truth, correctness, and reason. 7) In one case, Ven. Moggallana," as the Lord B

This text reflects on the wisdom exhibited by the Lord Buddha when facing challenges like debate and Wrong Views. Ven. Moggallana, representing the Buddha, utilized supernatural powers against Nandopā

Those who are not born during the life of a Buddha must seek refuge in the Lord Buddha's teachings, unaware of His appearance. Our country's ancestors, who experienced and attained high levels of medi

บทความนี้อธิบายถึงคุณค่าของการมีส่วนร่วมในการสร้างรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้า และผลกระทบต่อบุญบารมีและการตรัสรู้ ผู้ที่มีส่วนร่วมในรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้าไม่เพียงแต่สร้างความดีในชีวิตนี้เท่านั้น แต่ยังได้รับอานิสงส

176 LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO VENERABLE DHAMMAJAYO BHIKKHU b. 1944 Luang Por Dhammajayo is the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation in Thailand. He was born Chaibul Sut

Luang Por Dhammajayo, born Chaibul Sutthipol on April 22, 1944, is a significant figure in Thai Buddhism as the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation. He began his

East Meets West Easy Conversations on Practical Buddhist Wisdom An interview with Abbot Dhammajayo on Buddhism by Monica Øien

4 Contents Preface Background Interview 06 07 09 Rebirth & Incarnation 17 Monastic V.S. Secular Life 24 Buddhist Congregation 30 Buddhist View on Sex 33 Death & Afterlife 39 Daily Life of Buddhists Me

This content provides an overview of significant topics in Buddhism such as the concepts of rebirth and incarnation, the differences between monastic and secular life, and the Buddhist perspective on

8 Interview "If you could go further beyond the praying, you can enter into a deeper level." . East Meets West - An interview with Abbot Dhammajayo on Buddhism by Monica Øien

Interview Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Blessings! Beautiful bows from you. Where did you learn this? Thank you. A wonderful laywoman here taught me. I have been practicing. Reall

In this interview, Luang Por Monica shares her experiences with meditation and her dream of visiting Thailand. She discusses her teachings from Phra Somsak and her reflections on beautiful Norway, inc

Rebirth & Incarnation "Our birth is not directed by anyone, but it is the matter of karma or retribution for our past deeds" 16 East Meets West - An interview with Abbot Dhammajayo on Buddhism by Moni

Monastic v.s Secular Life "Prince Siddharta, as an example, rejected his excess royal wealth because he foresaw that they provided limited happiness whereas sufferings still existed" East Meets West -

Monastic v.s Secular Life visit temples but they help to provide a better understanding of Buddhism, until one is willing to come. For example, one is given guidance on how to have the right livelihoo

Buddhist Congregation "Meditation thus is the easiest and the most effective way that directly solves any problems" East Meets West - An interview with Abbot Dhammajayo on Buddhism by Monica Øien 29

30 30 Buddhist Congregation Buddhist Monica Luang Por : 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 me

In the context of Buddhism, meditation is often practiced individually during the week, but communal gatherings, such as the Kathina Ceremony, play a crucial role in promoting unity among practitioner

Buddhist View on Sex "Premarital sex is considered the result of a person's weak and unhealthy mind" 32 East Meets West - An interview with Abbot Dhammajayo on Buddhism by Monica Øien

Buddhist View on Sex Monica meaning of both a sexual relationship and marriage. They will prefer sexual pleasure to a meaningful relationship with someone. The heart will lose its innocence as it is f

The text discusses the Buddhist view on sex, emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships over mere sexual pleasure. It highlights how sexual passion can lead to negative emotions such as je

Buddhist View on Sex Luang Por 36 : One thing you have to bear in mind is that before leading a life in priesthood, all Buddhist monks were once ordinary laypeople. But they consider the lives of layp

In Buddhism, before taking ordination, monks were once laypeople. They view lay life as filled with burdens that hinder understanding of Dhamma. Engaging in daily life leads to temporary pleasures, ak

Buddhist View on Sex Prince Siddharta is an example of a person who deserted all blessing in his life in order to seek the happiness of the mind. Buddhist monks follow His path in search of true happi

In Buddhism, the pursuit of true happiness often involves renouncing worldly pleasures, including sexual relationships. Prince Siddharta, known as the Buddha, exemplified this path by abandoning his r

Death & Afterlife "Death is like a process of transformation from physical bodies to spiritual ones. The Lord also taught that death is a source of human sufferings" 38 East Meets West - An interview

Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation "Before bed, again it is the time for prayer and meditation in order to free their mind from stress and all problems they have faced during the day" East Meets West