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The Tale of the Ogres and the Boy
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The Tale of the Ogres and the Boy
…the other ogre forbade him. The False View ogre ig- nored the warning and grabbed the boy’s feet, waking him. The boy was startled and exclaimed aloud “Namo buddha sa…” In surprise the False View ogre dro…
…lp him instead. They transform into the boy's parents to bring him food and leave a message for the king, who discovers the boy and the platter and consults the Buddha. The Buddha explains the power of re…
Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…ation ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya for giving a blessing to His Majesty the King related to His 70th Birthday Celebration. There were students, government employees, soldiers, poli…
…novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya honored His Majesty the King for his 70th birthday, with 13,842 participants including students, government employees, and the g…
Historical Influences on Dham Lao and Lanna Scripts
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Historical Influences on Dham Lao and Lanna Scripts
…ည္ မ ် ေဖၚသဲ့ မွ် ေ လ႔မၝ and so on for the other scripts. According to historical chronicles, the King Tilokaraja of Chiang Mai organized a Buddhist Council in 2020 BE (1477 CE). This Council is conside…
… is influenced by Dham Lanna, which derives from Mon writing. The historical chronicles reveal that King Tilokaraja organized a significant Buddhist Council in 1477 CE, regarded as the eighth by the Lanna…
The Story of the Buddha and Thevadas
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The Story of the Buddha and Thevadas
…sts, is a story of the Buddha from Dusit realm, who visited the earth as Siddhata, the royal son of King Suddhothana and Queen Maya. The most quoted story of Buddhism concerns goddess Mekkhala who was …
The text narrates the story of the Buddha's earthly life as Siddhata, son of King Suddhothana and Queen Maya, and the roles of the goddess Mekkhala and the Bodhisatta. It depicts th…
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
…ple turned me away at the gate because they saw my old clothes." "'Hm,'" replied the friends of the King, looking thoughtful and pondering the problem. "We will present you with new clothes." Whereupon th…
In this entertaining story, a hermit is initially turned away from a feast due to his old clothes. After receiving new attire, he humorously chooses to feed his clothes instead, illustrating the lesso
Celestial Castles in the Celestial Realm
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Celestial Castles in the Celestial Realm
…tial castles in this celestial realm: crystal (diamond), silver, and gold. They are arranged around King Saanutisa's castle in a beautiful and orderly fashion. They look like waves spreading from the cent…
…describes the arrangement and features of celestial castles in the Celestial Realm, centered around King Saanutisa's castle. Castles are of three types - crystal, silver, and gold - arranged in beautiful …
A Tale of Loss and Regret
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A Tale of Loss and Regret
…rth. My refuge proved my bane. "As the daughter-in-law, sire, is to the mother-in-law, so is the king a refuge to his people. If danger arises thence, what can one do? take note of this, sire." "Frien…
…he idea of refuge and betrayal within familial ties, comparing the roles of a daughter-in-law and a king. The narrative unfolds as the husband seeks to protect the king, leading to a deeper conversation a…
The Tale of the Bodhisatta and the Naga King
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The Tale of the Bodhisatta and the Naga King
…satta was born a bird. When he came to years of discretion, good fortune attended him and he became king of the birds, taking up his abode with his subjects in a giant tree which stretched its leafy branc…
In Benares, during Brahmadatta's reign, the Bodhisatta is born as a bird and becomes king of the birds in a giant tree by a lake. The lake is home to Canda, the Naga King, who is angered by…
The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
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The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
…o himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” So he whispered in the elephan…
In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal it…
Understanding the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
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Understanding the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
… The present author was thus privileged to obtain a copy of the Sāratthasamuccaya reprinted by H.M. King Rama IX of Thailand on the occasion of the cremation held at Wat Thepsirindaravas of His Late Holin…
…s become challenging. This discussion highlights a copy of the Sāratthasamuccaya, reprinted by H.M. King Rama IX, which offers a rich commentary on the Sutta that dates back 800 years. Its translation fro…
The Renunciation of the Bodhisatva
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The Renunciation of the Bodhisatva
…isatva thought in this way for four months before he was able to fulfill his renunciation. Such thinking can be referred to as 'the intention to remove oneself from sensual desire'. When the bodhisatva …
…ht Intention, embodying thoughts and actions that are wholesome. The narrative draws parallels with King Dhammāsoka, whose generous practices were recognized by celestial beings. These themes highlight th…
ประวัติความเป็นมาของพระพุทธศาสนาในอัฟกานิสถาน
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ประวัติความเป็นมาของพระพุทธศาสนาในอัฟกานิสถาน
…นาเผยแผ่เข้าสู่อัฟกานิสถานอีกเส้นทางหนึ่ง พระพุทธศาสนาแถบนี้รุ่งเรืองมากในสมัยของพระเจ้าอโศกมหาราช (King Ashoka) ในครั้งนั้น พระมัชฌันติกเถระและคณะได้นำศาสนาพุทธมาเผยแผ่ โดยไปจำพรรษาอยู่ที่ เมืองมถุราและเ…
พระพุทธศาสนาเริ่มเข้าไปในอัฟกานิสถานตั้งแต่สมัยพุทธกาล โดยมีผู้ค้าสองคนพบพระพุทธองค์และเริ่มเผยแพร่ ศาสนาในพื้นที่นี้ได้รับการสนับสนุนจากพระเจ้าต่างๆ รวมถึงพระเจ้าอโศกและพระเจ้ามิลินท์ ทำให้พระพุทธศาส
Lady Visakha: A Prominent Figure in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Prominent Figure in Buddhism
…ounty at that time. Her father was named Tanachai. Once, when his county was in an economic crisis, King Pasantikosol of Kosol made a personal request to King Pimpisan of Magadha that Tanachai become the …
Lady Visakha, a significant Upasika in Buddhism, constructed Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, building a residence with 1,000 rooms for the Bhikkhus. Born into wealth in Magadha, she became instrumental in
King Pasantikosol and Lady Visakha's Wisdom
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King Pasantikosol and Lady Visakha's Wisdom
When they reached Magadha, which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconveni…
In ancient times, when reaching Magadha, Tanachai requested King Pasantikosol to establish a new town named Sakethu due to its convenience for his large retinue. Th…
Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
…unty at that time. Her father was named Tanachai. Once, when his county was in an economic crisis, King Pasantikosol of Kosol made a personal request to King Pimpisarn of Magadha that Tanachai become the…
Lady Visakha was a prominent Upasika who played a vital role in Buddhism. She built Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, contributing an extraordinary fortune. She initiated the tradition of offering robes for
Serving the Royal Family
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Serving the Royal Family
…. I quickly went to the palace to see the palace and the royal family. I felt very happy that the king had given me a special task. It is to follow and watch over the events of the palace. I saw from th…
เรื่องราวนี้เล่าถึงการเดินทางส่วนตัวเกี่ยวกับความภักดีและความภูมิใจในการรับใช้ราชวงศ์ โดยผู้เล่าได้มีโอกาสชมพระราชกรณียกิจและขบวนพาเหรด การได้ทำหน้าที่พิเศษเพื่อดูแลกิจกรรมในพระราชวัง เป็นประสบการณ์ที
The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
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The Role of Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi in Early Buddhism
…ati Gotaṃi was the younger sister of Queen Mahā mā yā the Buddha’s mother, and was also the wife of King Suddhodana. After Mahā mā yā’s death, she became the Buddha’s foster mother. The present sutta take…
Mahā pajā pati Gotaṃi, sister of Queen Mahā mā yā and wife of King Suddhodana, became the Buddha's foster mother after the queen's death. During the early days of the…
Individual Awards of Notable Bhikkhus
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Individual Awards of Notable Bhikkhus
…l Order title 'Phrasuddharmayanathera' with the presentation of an honorific fan by His Majesty the King of Thailand: * 5 December 1994: University of Maha Chulalongkorn Raja Vidhayalai offered Honorary D…
บทความนี้พูดถึงการยอมรับและรางวัลที่สำคัญของพระอาจารย์ เป็นการอ้างถึงความสำเร็จของพระเจ้าบวรภิญญา (พระเดชพระคุณหลวงสุวัฒน์) ซึ่งได้รับการยกย่องจากสมเด็จพระราชาแห่งประเทศไทยในวันต่างๆ รวมถึง Honorary D
The Story of Queen Mallika
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The Story of Queen Mallika
…esiding at the Jětavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Mallika, queen of King Pasenadi of Kosala. One day, Mallika went into the bathroom to wash her face, hands and feet. Her …
…s narrative reflects an incident involving Queen Mallika and her pet dog while she was bathing. The king, witnessing an unusual and misconstrued event, accused the queen of impropriety. The story serves a…
The Rebirth of the Queen and the Buddha's Compassion
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The Rebirth of the Queen and the Buddha's Compassion
After her burial, the king intended to ask the Buddha where she was reborn. The Buddha wished to spare his feelings, and also …
หลังจากการฝังศพของพระราชินี พระราชาทรงตั้งใจจะถามพระพุทธเจ้าเกี่ยวกับการบังเกิดใหม่ของพระองค์ พระพุทธเจ้าต้องการที่จะปกป้องความรู้สึกของพระราชา และไม่ต้องการให้พระองค์สูญเสียศรัทธาในธรรม ดังนั้นจึงทรง