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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
For example, if there were statements about constructing a Dhamma Hall or a monk's shelter soon, then this must…
บทเรียนจากหลวงพ่อวัดปากน้ำเน้นความสะอาด ความขยันในการสอนธรรม และการฝึกสมาธิเป็นสูตรศักดิ์สิทธิ์ในการสร้างวัด การสอนธรรมแก่ผู้มีศรัทธา รวมถึงการฝึกสมาธิเพื่อเข้าถึงนิโรธและการสิ้นสุดของกิเลส ถือเป็นแนว
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
…help to support the spread of Dhamma to the fullest extent. On this point, I would like to share an example given by a respected senior monk during a lecture he gave to a group of college students. There was…
The text emphasizes the importance of supporting the Sangha community and not generalizing negative perceptions from a few individuals. It highlights a situation where a layperson questioned the respe
Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
…Lord Buddha’s solution towards this situation was to remain calm and silent. Such a case is a good example to other venerable monks and respected adults who face the same situation. In some situations, sile…
This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost
Registration and Orientation at Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
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Registration and Orientation at Yuwakalayanamitra Camp
…r make funny posts for penalty. Greeting On arrival, Yuwakalayanamitra receive warm greetings. For example, at a camp to Ban Phu Rua, participants went on foot for one kilometer to reach the camp facility, …
At Yuwakalayanamitra camp, participants register and receive name-tags, essential for fostering connections. Warm greetings await them upon arrival, such as a 1-kilometer walk to the camp facility und
YUWA Camp Activities
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YUWA Camp Activities
… Field Activity Yuwakalayanamitra obtain comfort and serenity from field activities. They are, for example, the trip to Ban Phu Rua in Loei where they visit Phu Rua mount, Ban Kang or interesting sites near…
At YUWA Camp, participants engage in various enriching activities. They learn and sing uplifting songs like 'The Dawn of Dhamma' and 'Star in our hearts' led by mentors. Creative activities allow Yuwa
Experiences at YUWA CAMP
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Experiences at YUWA CAMP
…rn great Dhamma from the instructors, discipline from mentors (the importance of being on time, for example), and also fun and chance to develop greater self-confidence. Panupong Nacharoenkul (TernG) I went…
At YUWA CAMP, members of the Yuwakalyanamitra club share their enriching experiences of meditation, friendship, and learning. They've found a supportive atmosphere conducive to meditation, enjoying th
The Reality of the New Middle East
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The Reality of the New Middle East
…oblems with which the United States will have to deal in the coming years in the region. Egypt, for example, will almost certainly experience a succession crisis that is likely to call into question anew the…
The new Middle East is defined by three country clusters: Iran–Iraq, Lebanon–Syria, and Palestine–Israel, intertwined with issues such as nuclear proliferation and sectarianism. The U.S. faces not jus
Dealing With the New Middle East
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Dealing With the New Middle East
… this confrontational stance precludes the search for other ways to pursue U.S. interests. A recent example is Bush's warning to Bashar al-Assad in December 2007 that his patience was running out regarding S…
The Bush administration's policies have complicated the realities in the Middle East. A new approach is needed, prioritizing diplomacy and a clear understanding of U.S. limits in the region. Confronta
Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
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Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
…nately of democratization both for countries where a path to democratization was visible, Egypt for example, and for others, such as Saudi Arabia, where it was difficult to even imagine where a process of tr…
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It furth
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…estion of language, but also of tools used in promoting more open political regimes. Sanctions, for example, should have no part in a program of democracy promotion. Second, the United States must make sure…
The text discusses the fluctuating concept of democracy promotion in the Middle East, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. t
Advancements in Buddhist Studies through Collaboration
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Advancements in Buddhist Studies through Collaboration
…as benefited largely in terms of up to date knowledge on history, archaeology and anthropology. For example, we became aware of the new discoveries and research essays in the Early Buddhist Manuscript Projec…
This text appreciates the collaboration over the last ten and five years, particularly acknowledging the Social Research Institute of Chiang Mai University for the photographic duplication of Lan Na P
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Aggañña-sutta
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in the Aggañña-sutta
…s claimed in some scholarly works as being the sole appearance of dhammakāya in the Pali canon. For example, see Williams, op. cit., p. 284, note 5; Harrison, op. cit., p. 50. 18 The vocative ‘vāsetṭha’ in t…
This text discusses the term 'dhammakāya' as referenced in the Aggañña-sutta, emphasizing its importance in defining an heir of dhamma and the Tathāgata’s true son. The conversation between the Buddha
Understanding the Concept of Dhammakāya in Buddhist Thought
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Understanding the Concept of Dhammakāya in Buddhist Thought
…f them interpret the first component, i.e., dhamma, in the sense of ‘the Buddha’s teaching(s).’ For example, Dutt interprets the term as being a tappurisa compound referring to a ‘collection of the Buddha’s …
In this passage, Vāsettha and Bhāradvāja discuss the unwavering confidence in the Tathāgata, stating that those deeply rooted in dhamma can claim to be heirs of dhamma. The term 'dhammakāya' and its i
Buddhism and the Concept of Nirvāṇa
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Buddhism and the Concept of Nirvāṇa
… **44** I. B. Horner, “Early Buddhist Dhamma,” Artibus Asiae 11, no. 1 (1948), p. 119. **45** For example, see M.II.25-29, S.I.221-222, Ap.II.544.
Eliade suggests that for the Buddha, salvation comes through attaining nirvāṇa, transcending the mundane aspects of human life and entering an unconditioned state. This transformation entails a metaph
The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
…ve suggested, the 'path' may be developed to higher levels until the point of final liberation. For example, Govinda suggests a 'spiral-like' progression of the noble eightfold path56
This text delves into the concept of transformation in Buddhist philosophy, specifically through the Noble Eightfold Path. It highlights how this path aids in the eradication of defilements, enabling
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
…endental realities’ in general. 63 Some scholars are more inclined to choose this translation. For example, see Wilhelm Geiger, "Dhamma Und Brahman," Zeitschrift für buddhismus (1921): 73-83, 79, Harrison, …
This text clarifies that the term 'brahma-' can refer to either the masculine 'Brahmā' or the neuter 'brahman,' ultimately leading to the view that dhamma signifies transcendental realities. It sugges
Implications of Dhamma and Brahma in Buddhist Teachings
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Implications of Dhamma and Brahma in Buddhist Teachings
…dhammabhūta' with 'brahmabhūta.'67 The same parallel can be found also in other passages where, for example, 'brahmacakka' replaces 'dhammacakka'68 or where 'brahmacariyā' and 'dhammacariyā' appear to corres…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจการใช้คำว่า 'ดัมมะ' และ 'บราเหมะ' ในวรรณกรรมพุทธศาสนา และการตีความความหมายที่เชื่อมโยงกันของทั้งสองคำ เป็นการศึกษาความสำคัญของการใช้คำที่ขนานกัน ซึ่งสะท้อนถึงสถานะความบริสุทธิ์สูงสุดที่
Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
…te. Each transcendental path or fruit can be understood as a totality of various qualities. As an example, the Stream-attaining path (sotāpattimagga) is composed of path-constituents at the level of the St…
This study delves into the concepts of dhamma and Nibbāna, positing that dhamma refers to transcendental dhamma, which serves as a transformer and defilement eradicator. It explores how the realizatio
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
…ther ‘enlightened beings.’ The same holds true for his statement regarding any noble disciples. For example, the Buddha would call anyone who possesses qualities of a Stream-attainer as a ‘Stream-attainer’ (…
This text discusses the concept of Paccekabuddhas, individuals of high wisdom who achieve self-enlightenment but lack the ability to teach. It explores scholarly arguments about the pre-Buddhist origi
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhism
…containing instructions on how to practise oneself in order to gain spiritual realisation. See, for example, Ap.I.7-14. 92 Although the Pāli word ‘khaggavisāṇa’ could mean either the ‘rhinoceros’s horn’ or…
The text discusses the distinct nature of Paccekabuddhas, who can guide individuals toward enlightenment but do not teach the masses like Buddhas. Their teachings emphasize solitude and are succinct,