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การให้ทานและการบรรลุธรรม
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การให้ทานและการบรรลุธรรม
“สัตบรุษยอมให้ทานโดยเคารพ ให้ทานโดยความยำเกรง ให้ทานด้วยมือของตนเอง ให้โดยไม่ทิ้งขว้าง ให้โดยเชื่อผลที่จะมีในอนาคต นี้เป็นทานของสัตบรุษ” บัดนี้ โยมพี่เชิญของอาตมา หรือ ขุนพลแก้วแห่งกองทัพธรรม กลายญาณม
เนื้อหาที่นำเสนอเกี่ยวกับการให้ทานที่ถูกต้องและทรงคุณค่าเช่นเดียวกับการเติบโตทางจิตวิญญาณ ด้วยการอธิษฐานและความขอบคุณต่อโยมพี่ที่สนับสนุนในเส้นทางแห่งธรรม การสร้างบารมีและการมุ่งสู่จุดหมายสูงสุดในชีวิ
Dad, Why Were We Born?
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Dad, Why Were We Born?
Chapter 27 Dad, Why Were We Born? One day, a family invited guests to their home for a religious rite for the great-grandparent. After the ceremony, when all the guests had left, the son asked the fa
ในบทนี้ มีการพูดคุยกันระหว่างพ่อกับลูกเกี่ยวกับความหมายของชีวิตและการตาย หลังจากพิธีกรรมทางศาสนา ลูกถามพ่อเกี่ยวกับจุดประสงค์ของชีวิต และพ่ออธิบายถึงความรู้ที่ได้รับเกี่ยวกับพุทธศาสนา ว่าทุกคนล้วนตั้ง
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such
The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal 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
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
Characteristics of a True Buddhist
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Characteristics of a True Buddhist
are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha’s Enlightenment. It is
This text outlines the defining characteristics of a true Buddhist, emphasizing belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment, adherence to the 5 precepts, understanding the Law of Kamma, and maintaining
Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
Of course, people closely followed the news about the Temple. After two years, the outcome was the reverse. Unbelievably, the Temple has survived to this day. Many said that in the same period of time
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
Large Buddhist Event Participation
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Large Buddhist Event Participation
The image contains multiple photographs of a large Buddhist event, showing thousands of monks, nuns, and laypeople participating in religious activities, including prayer, almsgiving, and procession.
This image captures a large Buddhist event attended by thousands, showcasing the devotion of monks, nuns, and laypeople. Participants, dressed in vibrant orange robes and traditional attire, engage in
Buddhist Meditation and Spiritual Activities
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Buddhist Meditation and Spiritual Activities
The image contains three pictures, each depicting people involved in religious or spiritual activities, probably in a Buddhist setting. The text content is not visible or is not the primary focus, but
This content showcases three images capturing the essence of Buddhist spiritual practices. The top image features a monk leading meditation on a raised platform, guiding a group seated on mats in a tr
Meditation Centers in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan
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Meditation Centers in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan
台灣(Taiwan) 台灣法身寺禅修会 台中分会 Dhammakaya International Meditation Center of Taichung 40001台中市 中區 民權路14巷25號1~2樓 1-2F. No.25, Lane 14, Mincyuan Rd., Central District Taichung City 40001 Tel. +(886)-4-2223-76
Discover various meditation centers operating in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan, offering resources for spiritual growth and guidance. In Taiwan, the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center of Taichu
The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
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The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
The weakness of the secular opposition is not entirely of its own making. Arab authoritarian and semi-authoritarian regimes—many of which have been ruling their societies in the name of secular ideolo
In Arab societies, secular opposition has struggled against longstanding authoritarian regimes that repress liberal ideologies, while conservative social attitudes limit their political expression. A
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
retrenchment into a more ideological posture by a movement that has sought, but has so far been denied, a legitimate political role. The adoption and subsequent abandonment of the freedom agenda broug
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of incumbent regimes resistant to political reform. It notes that, despite potential allies
Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
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Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
Discrimination inevitably breeds discontent and resentment, and those certainly exist among Shi’i minorities in the Gulf and, of course, in Lebanon. The real question, however, is whether this resentm
The text examines the roots of resentment among Shi’i minorities in the Gulf and Lebanon, noting its implications for political activism. Discrimination and resentment have led to instances of violenc
Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
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Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
1. (Images of Buddha, meditation, natural scenes, and traditional textiles) 2. (Images of women interacting, people at a temple, and group discussions) 3. (Black and white images of planets or moons,
This content presents a compilation of images symbolizing spirituality and meditation, encompassing depictions of the Buddha, natural settings, and traditional textiles. It features women engaging in
Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
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Exploring Buddhist Meditation and Its Significance
Preface Not a month goes by these days without another important article being published on some newly uncovered Buddhist text, and among the discoveries are ancient materials about Buddhist meditati
This preface discusses the ongoing discoveries in Buddhist meditation texts and the efforts of Venerable Phrakrupaladnayokwarawat (Sudhammo Bhikkhu) in promoting scholarly exploration. It emphasizes t
Congratulatory Letter for Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Congratulatory Letter for Dhammachai International Research Institute
**Congratulatory letter** The 60th Dhammachai Education Foundation of Australia and New Zealand has developed an increasing commitment in recent years to the academic study of the Buddhist tradition,
The 60th Dhammachai Education Foundation of Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its commitment to studying the Buddhist tradition. The foundation established the Dhammachai International Resear
The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
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The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos Anatole-Roger Peltier On invitation of the Ministry of Information and Culture (Vientiane, Laos), I went to Thakhek, capital of the Khammouan p
In May 2005, Anatole-Roger Peltier was invited by the Ministry of Information and Culture in Laos to explore the Nong Pa Fa Cave in Khammouan Province. Accompanied by a cultural officer and a local sc
Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon
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Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon
Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon¹ Chanida Jantrasrisalai I. Why ‘Dhamma-kāya’ in the ‘Pali Canon’? The term dhamma-kāya/dharmakāya appears in Buddhist literature of different schools. Previous scholars
The study investigates the term dhamma-kāya as presented in the Pali Canon, aiming to provide a comprehensive analysis that has been overlooked in previous studies. While many references have been mad
Implications of Parallel Descriptions of Monks and Brahmins
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Implications of Parallel Descriptions of Monks and Brahmins
Implications of Parallel Descriptions of Monks and Brahmins As Gombrich points out, the passage in question is comparable to the Brahmins’ claim:46 brahmanā va brahmuo putṭā orasā mukhato jāta brahma
The text delves into how Gombrich compares the descriptions of Brahmins and Monks, emphasizing the dual interpretations of the term 'brahma-' as both the masculine creator and the neuter ultimate real
Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
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Brahmins and Noble Disciples: A Comparative Analysis
No. | Brahmins (D.III.81) | Noble Disciples (D.III.84) | Implied Parallel ---|------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------ 1. | Brahma's children | Tathägata's sons |
The text presents a comparative analysis between Brahmins and Noble Disciples, highlighting their similarities in mythical and spiritual parental origins. It details how both are seen as offsprings of
Academic Studies on Buddhism
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Academic Studies on Buddhism
Mus, Paul. Barabudur: Sketch of a History of Buddhism Based on Archaeological Criticism of the Texts. New Delhi: Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts: Sterling Publishers, 1998. Need, David Nort
This collection features key academic contributions to the study of Buddhism, drawing from archaeological criticism, doctrinal analyses, and comparative studies between traditions. Works by notable sc