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Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
…nd policy making that will affect any future policy as well. American goals in the Middle East have focused historically on security, support for Israel and Arab–Israeli peace, and the free flow of oil. Al…
…riticism over its effectiveness. Key points include the failure of democracy promotion and the U.S. focus on stability and security, leading to questions about the region's future. Major events include the…
The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
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The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
Rice gave a more detailed explanation of the American approach to democratic reform in a speech in Cairo in June 2005. In January 2006, the United States went further: it canceled a meeting planned to
…me reforms were proposed in Egypt, they were undercut by restrictive regulations. By mid-2006, U.S. focus shifted due to security concerns, leading to a neglect of democratic pressures on allied autocracie…
Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
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Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
While an engagement approach should eventually be comprehensive, the United States should focus initially on Iraq, because the United States and Iran share an interest in retaining Iraq’s territo…
This text discusses the necessity of the U.S. focusing on Iraq to facilitate a U.S.-Iranian dialogue, aiming to retain Iraq's territorial integrity and…
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
36 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST restoring a balance of power that is not entirely dependent on a long-term, large U.S. military presence with its financial costs and negative political perceptions in the regi
…ce must be found without direct confrontation against countries like Syria. U.S. involvement should focus on encouraging compromise among Lebanon's political factions to seek a more unified governance stru…
Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
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Analysis of Geopolitical Issues in the Middle East
Notes 1. See International Crisis Group report, Dealing With Iran’s Nuclear Program, November 2004. 2. See http://usinfo.state.gov/xarchives/display.html?p=texttrans-english&y=2007&m=April&x=200704181
…us reports and publications relevant to the geopolitical issues in the Middle East, with a specific focus on Iran's nuclear program, negotiations involving al-Qaddafi, and the United Nations Development Pr…
English for Buddhism Lovers
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English for Buddhism Lovers
English for Buddhism Lovers เรื่อง : ดร.อภิคร รถวาคู artwork : แนว ช่วงนี้เป็นช่วงฤดูลากเข้าสงที่พวกเราคงจะตั้งใจเพิ่มพูนบุญกุศล โดยการทำความดีการให้มากขึ้นใช่ไหมคะ เช่น ปฏิบคยรักศีล 5 ถึงใจที่จะรัก
During the rainy season, we focus on increasing our good deeds and following precepts. This article provides English vocabulary relat…
รายนามเจ้าภาพ ฉบับเดือนกันยายน
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รายนามเจ้าภาพ ฉบับเดือนกันยายน
…คณะฤทธิเดช * กัลยาธิยะ-จิตามูล-กัลวิพฒิ์ ทองประเสริฐ * กัลยาณัทวี-วุฒิ-มูรี, นิหลุตพิจารณ์เดอร์, ED FOCUS, ENTER TUTER
รายนามเจ้าภาพในฉบับนี้รวมถึงวัดและพระรูปต่างๆ ที่มีส่วนร่วมในกิจกรรมต่างๆ เช่น วัดพระธรรมกายโอฬาฯ, พระครูสงฆ์สิทธิ์โสภา, และพระอธิษฐาน ญาณโร รวมถึงกำลังใจและการสนับสนุนจากครอบครัวและคณะต่างๆ อย่างมากม
รายนามเจ้าภาพฉบับเดือนพฤศจิกายน
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รายนามเจ้าภาพฉบับเดือนพฤศจิกายน
… ตันธิชัย * กล้ากรพรรณ-ปกปา-สริ-เฉลิม-เบิกฟ้า คณะรินพงศ์ * กล้ากนิภพ-ภู-พี-ภัทร,นิสิกดาภิวเตอร์, ED FOCUS, ENTER TUTER * กล้ากรชัย-ฉินามณี-กัญจนาเพร-จิตติภัทธ์ ทองประชลีรุ่ง
ในเดือนพฤศจิกายนนี้ รายล่าชื่อเจ้าภาพที่มีชื่อเสียง อาทิ วัดพระธรรมกายโอซาก้า ประเทศญี่ปุ่น พระครูวีทปัญญาภรณ์ และพระมหานิลสุพจน์ มณีสุโข เป็นต้น ซึ่งแสดงถึงความสัมพันธ์และความร่วมมือในชุมชนพระพุทธศาส
ผลการปฏิบัติธรรมและการอธิษฐาน
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ผลการปฏิบัติธรรมและการอธิษฐาน
ผลการปฏิบัติธรรม เรื่อง: อธิษมั วิชาชา เมื่อถึงองค์พระและมองในกลางองค์พระก็จะเห็นองค์พระที่อยู่ในกลางองค์พระ อาตมาได้ทดลองมองไปที่ศูนย์กลางกายฐานที่ 7 และหยุด พระลัย จง ลง สติรมโส จากประเทศไต้หวัน "
…สุขจากการทำสมาธิและการมุงย้อนกลับไปหาอริยสัจ รวมถึงความหมายของชีวิตเมื่อสูญเสียคนที่รัก.Keeping the focus on the practice of meditation and healing past traumas, the author highlights the transformation ex…
Launch of the Journal of the Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Launch of the Journal of the Dhammachai International Research Institute
… and Buddhist meditation written by members of the DIRI and by international scholars. An important focus of the JDIRI will be research into the Buddhist texts related to the ancient meditation tradition, …
This collection of articles marks the launch of the JDIRI, showcasing perspectives on Early Buddhism and meditation studies. The journal aims to publish research on ancient manuscripts and esoteric pr
Exploring the Cakras and Early Buddhism
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Exploring the Cakras and Early Buddhism
the cakras are located, a location that suggests comparisons with Tantra. While the primary focus of this journal is dhammakāya, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has instructed the Director of DIRI, Phrakrupl…
This journal focuses on the study of cakras and early Buddhism, emphasizing neutrality across Buddhist schools. Under …
Preservation of Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Preservation of Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
This project is in accordance with the national emphasis on the protection and development of religious culture in minority areas.3 Most of the Dai Buddhist manuscripts in Sipsong Panna are made from
This project aligns with the national focus on protecting religious culture in minority areas, specifically the Dai community in Yunnan. Resear…
An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
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An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
…(Zürcher, 2007³; Forte, 1995⁴; Zacchetti, 2002⁵; Nattier, 2008⁶). Most of these investigations have focused on his ethnicity, sectarian affiliation, his translation style, and the authenticity of the texts…
…Shigao (147-168 CE) significantly influenced the early transmission of Buddhism in China. Despite a focus on his ethnicity and translation style, he is recognized as a respected meditation master. His tran…
The Influence of An Shigao on Mindfulness Breathing Meditation in Eastern Han China
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The Influence of An Shigao on Mindfulness Breathing Meditation in Eastern Han China
In this paper I explore the connections between An Shigao and the introduction of the Indian Buddhist meditation technique of mindfulness breathing meditation, or ānāpānasmṛti, into Eastern Han China.
…hnique, ānāpānasmṛti, into Eastern Han China. The phrase「息中具有四大。 而心在中」suggests that the mind should focus at the center of the body during respiration. Traditional sources note An Shigao's background as a …
An Shigao's Contributions to Meditation Texts
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An Shigao's Contributions to Meditation Texts
Dao An 道安 (314-385 AD) states An Shigao's translation works which are concerned with meditation include Anban shouyi jing 安般守意經, Da Daodi jing 大道地經 "Yogācārabhumi Sūtra", Da shi er men jing 大十二門經, Xia
Dao An (314-385 AD) highlighted the works of An Shigao, particularly those focused on meditation, including texts like the Anban shouyi jing and Chanxing faxiang jing. Many of thes…
Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
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Meditation Practices Introduced by An Shigao in Eastern Han China
What kind of meditation did An Shigao introduce into Eastern Han China? An Shigao and other Central Asian translators were welcomed into Eastern Han China (25-220 CE), by the cultured elites who were
…h' method. An Shigao's translations, including texts like the Anban shouyi jing and the Daodi jing, focus on this meditation style. They provide structured lists of meditation terms, emphasizing the import…
Understanding Your Foundations and Spiritual Growth
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Understanding Your Foundations and Spiritual Growth
… a break from doing this, your feelings of this kind will be disturbed. The center at 6 and then to focus on the natural history of the body will make it a physical body. It will be brighter. The eyes are …
This text discusses the significance of foundational stages in personal growth, emphasizing starting from foundation 7 down to 1 before moving onward. It highlights the connection between physical wel
Understanding Reproductive Kamma
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Understanding Reproductive Kamma
Kamma causes reproductive act, a final phase of life before departing this present world or a final idea or mind that is attached to is called reproductive kamma. If one has an idea on merits when on
…ts the final thoughts and mental conditions one experiences before departing this world. A positive focus on merits and virtues leads to a better state of mind and body, while negative thoughts correlate w…
Exploratory Insights into Early Buddhist Texts and Practices
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Exploratory Insights into Early Buddhist Texts and Practices
…t Traces of Dhammikāya Meditation : Project Overview. Keenam P. John. 1982. Original purity and the focus of early Yogācāra. Journal of the International Association of Buddhist Studies . Malalasekera, G.P…
…ext presents an overview of significant scholarly works on early Buddhist practices and literature, focusing on the criteria for identifying elements of Dhammikāya meditation and examining the purity of ea…
A ‘New’ Early Chinese Buddhist Commentary
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A ‘New’ Early Chinese Buddhist Commentary
Zacchetti, Stefano. 2008 "A ‘New’ Early Chinese Buddhist Commentary: The Nature of the Da Anban Shouyi Jing (T 602) Reconsidered." Journal of the International Association of Buddhist Studies 31: 421-
…s to a deeper understanding of the complex interrelations between Buddhism and Chinese culture. The focus on commentarial practices offers a fresh perspective on the textual landscape of Buddhist scholarsh…