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The Dhammakāya Verse: A Lan Na Thai Manuscript
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The Dhammakāya Verse: A Lan Na Thai Manuscript
… manuscript was microfilmed in 1979 by the Institute of Social research, Chiang Mai University, and given the identification number 79 029 11 027-029. There is no trace of a date on the manuscript. ¹ Kit…
This article discusses research supported by the 60th Dhamma chai Education Foundation on a palm leaf manuscript titled Dhamma kāya from northern Thailand's Lan Na region. Undated, it is believed to h
Love Your Children in the Correct Manner
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Love Your Children in the Correct Manner
…his can be done by teaching them to love animals and trees, be polite, friendly, and know how to forgive. When children are instilled with these virtues at an early age, they will be able to absorb other…
การรักและสอนลูกในวิธีที่ถูกต้องคือการปลูกฝังคุณธรรมให้กับพวกเขา เพื่อที่พวกเขาจะสามารถเติบโตอย่างภาคภูมิใจในสังคม เราควรให้ความสำคัญกับคุณธรรม เช่น ความรู้ การวินัย และเมตตา หากพ่อแม่สามารถทำเช่นนี้ได
Teaching Children the Value of Money
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Teaching Children the Value of Money
…the bank to deposit their collected money into their account. Encourage children to deposit money given to them on special occasions like birthdays, New Year's, etc. Parents should teach children to sav…
This text provides parents with strategies to teach their children the significance of financial responsibility. It covers topics such as encouraging wise spending habits, promoting self-created toys,
What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
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What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
…st sister repeatedly asked herself, “Is it too late for them to reconcile?” Her parents had already given up.
In this chapter, a true story illustrates the struggles of a family with three daughters, where two sisters have not spoken for over two years due to conflicts. The pain of living in a divided family
Helping a Father Quit Drinking
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Helping a Father Quit Drinking
…im to seek counsel with Luang Phaw, whom he respected like his own father. The following advice was given in order to ease this student's distress: It is unfortunate that your father is heavily addicted …
In this narrative, a student seeks advice from Luang Phaw to help his father quit drinking due to violent behavior caused by alcohol. The father’s addiction brings shame and fear to the family, creati
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
…never neglected Buddhism. Some temples and places of worship that were destroyed were restored and given back to the monks who, at that time were newly ordained, to look after, maintain the tradition and…
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
…hand worried that her father’s curse would come true for her. She wished to ask for her father’s forgiveness so the curse could be lifted. Unfortunately, she never had the opportunity to do so until he di…
…her's curse of deafness would affect her in future lives, especially after his death. She sought forgiveness but missed the chance. In 1935, she left home to find the Great Abbot at Wat Paknam, where she …
An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
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An Shigao and Early Chinese Meditation Techniques
…nese. ¹ This is the revised version of a paper, “An Shigao and Early Chinese Buddhist Meditation”, given at the 2011 NZASR/AABS Conference, (Queenstown, New Zealand, 7-9 December 2011). I am grateful to …
An 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.
The Journey of Candasaro Bhikkhu: A Monk's Path to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Candasaro Bhikkhu: A Monk's Path to Enlightenment
… be for life.” Sodh entered the monkhood in July 1906 at Songpingong Temple when he was 22. He was given the monastic name of Candasaro Bhikkhu8. He began practicing meditation the next day and continued…
Sodh, later known as Candasaro Bhikkhu, decided to pursue a life of purity by ordaining as a monk at the age of 22. He practiced meditation relentlessly and sought the guidance of esteemed teachers ac
Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
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Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
…-handed umbrella in the field is to follow an example of the monk’s discipline. The Lord Buddha had given rules for practicing austerity because of the two following major points: 1) People in this world…
การปฏิบัติอ austerity จึงเป็นทางเลือกสำหรับผู้ที่ต้องการสร้างนิสัยแห่งความระมัดระวัง โดยการใช้ชีวิตตามแบบอย่างพระสงฆ์และการแยกแยะด้านความต้องการและความอยาก พระพุทธเจ้าได้มอบกฎใช้อาศัยในภูมิประเทศต่างก
The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable m…
During research for this book, reflections on a sermon by a senior monk reveal insights into the decline of Buddhism. The monk emphasizes that Buddhism's decline does not occur on its own, but rather
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…ther religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. When given the chance, they distort Buddhist teachings, causing misunderstandings and confusion. There are gr…
In Buddhism, External Fools are non-Buddhists who seek to distort and undermine Buddhist teachings, casting aspersions on monks and creating confusion. Internal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists
Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
…vents, I disagree. With due consideration, I cannot see any possible way that the Temple could have given away such a sum of money to the nearly 100,000 participants for each Buddhist ceremony. If the bri…
The Dhammakaya Temple has remarkably survived against media backlash, drawing nearly 100,000 attendees to its ceremonies, despite allegations of bribery. Meanwhile, a concerning trend of temple abando
The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
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The Importance of Moral Education in Teaching
…nvas of life for students. If the colours are impure or the pictures distorted the students will be given incorrect and poor quality images upon which to base their learning and appreciation. They will no…
This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac
Khun Yai: A Glimpse into the Life of Chand Khonnokyoong
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Khun Yai: A Glimpse into the Life of Chand Khonnokyoong
…i" means "grandmother" in Thai. It is a respectful way to call a woman of advancing age. Khun Yai's given name was Chand, which means "moon". Her last name was Khonnokyo-on, which means "peacock-feather".…
Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong was born on January 20, 1909, in Nakorn Chaisri, Thailand. As the fifth of nine children in a family of rice farmers, her upbringing was marked by challenges, particularly
The Historical Significance of Dhammakāya Verse in Thai Buddhism
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The Historical Significance of Dhammakāya Verse in Thai Buddhism
…earthed at the site of Wat Tham Suea, Changwat Phitsanulok, northern Thailand. This inscription was given the identification number of 54 in the Corpus of Thai Inscriptions, and published under the name “…
The dhammakāya verse has been recognized in the Lan Na regions for centuries, with historical inscriptions confirming its existence dating back to the 16th century, specifically at Wat Tham Suea in Ph
เรื่องราวของสามเณรทั้งสี่
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เรื่องราวของสามเณรทั้งสี่
…Who Is Friendly Among The Hostel A Brahman Is He Who Has Discarded All Passions A Brahman Is He Who Gives Offence To None In whom There Is No Clinging Leaves Both The Chain The Story of Monk Revattha The …
เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับพระภิกษุและสามเณรในพุทธศาสนา กล่าวถึงคุณสมบัติที่พระภิกษุควรมี เช่น ความเป็นมิตร ไร้กิเลส และไม่มีการติดยึด พร้อมกับเรื่องราวของพระภิกษุหลายรูปเช่น พระเรวตตะ พระจันทภาร พระสะวาลิงมาลาส
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
examine this so that we will not miss the opportunity to do so. We should clearly understand the importance of contributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to
… destined for enlightenment who dedicate their lives to spiritual perfections. A special mention is given to Niyata-Bodhisattas, who are assured of their future Buddha status and must continue their pursu…
YUWA CAMP: A Journey of Meditation and Commitment
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YUWA CAMP: A Journey of Meditation and Commitment
Making prayer At 19.30, YUWA CAMP participants and mentors assemble at the meditation room to make prayer, listen to Dhamma, do obeisance to the Buddha's images and practice meditation, all under the
…ndfulness. Every night, they reaffirm commitments through vows on their name-tags. Daily awards are given to encourage good conduct. Participants also document their meditation experiences in a special bo…
YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
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YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
…emple on Sundays at the N7. Awards of pride-giving Distinguished Yuwakalayanamitra and mentors are given awards of pride as follow; 1. YUWA CAMP Excellence award 2. YUWA CAMP Popularity award (It is said…
Before concluding the YUWA CAMP, participants receive a final orientation emphasizing their behavior at home consistent with training. They are encouraged to connect with priest instructors and mentor