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The Purification of Offerings in Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Purification of Offerings in Dakhināvíbhanga Sutta
…rtuous person to an immoral person gives With trusting heart a gift righteously obtained, Placing faith that the fruit of action is great, The giver’s virtue purifies the offering. When an immoral pers…
…st fruitful outcome occurs when a virtuous person gives to another virtuous individual with genuine faith in the positive impact of their actions. This Sutta emphasizes the intrinsic connection between mor…
The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
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The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
… virtues of the Triple Gem, frees our mind for the merits that we will receive, and strengthens our faith. Once you strengthen your faith over and over again, you will be instilled with a strong desire to …
Chanting in Buddhism plays a crucial role in enhancing faith and preserving teachings of the Buddha. It reminds practitioners of the virtues of the Triple Gem a…
Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
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Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
…l. The doctor said he has cancer and probably won't have much time to live. My father does not have faith in Buddhism. How can I help him cope with this suffering? If I make merit on behalf of my father wh…
This text discusses the emotional struggle of helping a father diagnosed with cancer who lacks faith in Buddhism. A senior monk advises that a patient's state of mind is crucial for their afterlife. I…
A True Buddhist
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A True Buddhist
…" The respected senior monk said, "Buddhism never declines by itself; it is people who lessen their faith in Buddhism." "The significant cause for its decline is a "fool."" Fools can be categorized into th…
…ter, insights from a senior monk reveal that Buddhism's decline is primarily due to the diminishing faith of its followers. The monk categorizes the causes into 'External Fool' and 'Internal Fool', emphasi…
The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Sacred Formulas of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
…The second sacred formula is diligence in teaching. Luang Phaw Wat Paknam explained that those with faith in Buddhism and the determination to establish and assist a temple must be diligent in studying and…
…, while diligence in teaching ensures that laypeople benefit from their visits and develop a deeper faith in Buddhism. The third formula highlights the importance of regular meditation for attaining Nibban…
The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
… The respected senior monk said, “Buddhism never declines by itself; it is people who lessen their faith in Buddhism.” *The significant cause for its decline is a “fool.” Fools can be categorized into t…
…onk emphasizes that Buddhism's decline does not occur on its own, but rather due to the diminishing faith of people. He categorizes those contributing to this decline as 'fools', dividing them into Externa…
The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
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The Merits of Contributing to Buddha Images
…ey passed on to us enriches our knowledge of the Lord Buddha’s excellent appearance, increasing our faith in Him. This act of contributing to cast a Buddha statue is favorable to many Buddhists around the …
… teachings. Our ancestors, through meditation, recreated His image in Buddha statues, enriching our faith and spiritual knowledge. Contributing to Buddha images grants immense merit: it enhances morality, …
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
…,200 Baht ($160 in 1970). The team thought the idea was an impossible dream. But Khun Yai, with her faith and confidence in the power of merit5, told the team that the power of their collective virtue and …
…hey aim to create a meditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Khun Yai inspires her team to believe in the potential for collective virtue…
Interfaith Cooperation for Lasting Peace
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Interfaith Cooperation for Lasting Peace
C O-OPERATION Interfaith Activities The world of religion today is like a flower garden made beautiful by the diversity of c…
The Dhammakaya Foundation has actively participated in interfaith dialogues and forums, promoting cooperation between different religions. These engagements aim to c…
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
…t time, many men chose to be ordained when confronted with four circumstances, although they had no faith in religion. Even during the time of Lord Buddha, many people were ordained without faith in Buddhi…
…motivations for ordination beyond mere circumstances. Historically, many have ordained even without faith in Buddhism, emphasizing the complexity of personal choice in spiritual journeys. This creates a cu…
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
… family and be accepted in society. Everyone wishes for this, whether they believe in any religious faith or not. Those who have faith in a religion have a second level of life goal, because they believe …
…ding the 'Inner Light,' primarily through meditation, distinguishing Buddhism's approach from other faiths focused on external divine assistance. The journey to Nirvana signifies liberation from human suff…
The Story of Mattakundali
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The Story of Mattakundali
… interior of the house. The youth saw the Buddha; and as he was very weak he could only profess his faith mentally. But that was enough. When he passed away with his heart in devotion to the Buddha he was …
…i, a weak youth, during his morning alms round. Despite his frail condition, Mattakundali expresses faith in the Buddha mentally. Upon passing, he is reborn in the Tavatimsa celestial realm. From there, he…
Pamuṇcassù Sàdham in Buddhist Texts
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Pamuṇcassù Sàdham in Buddhist Texts
…ôa yîi (muttasaddho) yôk...kun bprì thêe....pamuṇcassù sàdham . • Norman (2006: 138): declared his faith (muttasaddho).....declare your faith (pamuṇcassù sàdham). | kà yùutîi nǎng níi mǐi èk kò ng najà…
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงแนวคิดที่อยู่ในคัมภีร์พุทธศาสนาเกี่ยวกับ Pamuṇcassù Sàdham และการปฏิบัติของผู้มีความเชื่อในพระพุทธศาสนา โดยมีการอ้างอิงถึงนักวิชาการที่ต่างกันเกี่ยวกับแนวคิดนี้ เช่น Murakami, Norman,
The Fragrance of Faith
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The Fragrance of Faith
…the blessings are not as fragrant as when I first received them, because it is a sweet fragrance of faith. Not like the fragrance of various fragrances, all of them will be gone after a while. The outcome …
In the journey of life, the initial blessings received often carry a sweet fragrance of faith. However, as time passes, the significance may fade, resembling fleeting scents. This realization p…
International Dhammadayada Ordination Program
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International Dhammadayada Ordination Program
At least once, in a lifetime take your Buddhist faith to the next level... Ordination Enroll now! in our special 1 month International Dhammadayada Ordin…
…ya Temple, Thailand, from July 1st to 29th, 2007. This program is designed to elevate your Buddhist faith and provide a transformative inner adventure. Enroll now to take your first step towards spiritual …
Importance of Actions in Relationships
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Importance of Actions in Relationships
…ved. We should determine whether our life partner has similar virtues to ourselves, that is similar faith, morality and views. Do they have a strong faith in The Triple Gem (triple refuge consisting of Bud…
การกระทำในชีวิตปัจจุบันมีความสำคัญต่อความสัมพันธ์ ระหว่างคู่รักที่เป็นเพื่อนที่แท้จริงและสนับสนุนการทำดีนั้นจะมีความสุขและอยู่ด้วยกันได้นานขึ้น เป็นที่ทราบกันดีว่าความรักที่ไม่สูงส่งจะทำให้แยกจากกันใน
Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
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Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
… and to be a partner in the pursuit of Perfections. Ideally, a married couple should share an equal faith in The Triple Gem, The Five Precepts, The Right View and The Law of Катта. In life we will encounte…
…union. The purpose of marriage is to support each other in the pursuit of Perfections while sharing faith in The Triple Gem and values such as The Five Precepts. Life’s challenges, influenced by The Eight …
A Successful Marriage
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A Successful Marriage
…ther factors as well. As mentioned above, the couple should be equal to each other in four aspects: faith, precepts, attitude and belief. Buddhist couples usually take some time to learn and know each othe…
A successful marriage requires more than just love; couples must consider equality in faith, precepts, attitude, and belief. Many Buddhist couples take time to know each other before marrying…
The Last Moments of Life: A Daughter's Duty
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The Last Moments of Life: A Daughter's Duty
…ould suffer such an acute pain from his wound that nothing could stop the pain. "And because he had faith in Buddhism and believed in the Law of Kamma, I visited him and gave him chanting and meditation ca…
…rayer, even while lying down, and prepare alms food for monks. If her father struggles, maintaining faith can help ease his suffering. A personal experience highlights the power of chanting to alleviate pa…
Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W
…usses two types of fools in Buddhism: External Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine the faith by misrepresenting its teachings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking respect for the Bud…