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The Heart of the Family
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The Heart of the Family
Chapter 1 The Heart of the Family When our hearts cease to function, it means we have passed away from this world. This is the same for the family. If the heart of the family stops functioning, the f
This chapter discusses the vital role of the family and how its heart must function properly for a successful and loving household. It emphasizes the importance of love and understanding between partn
Raising Our Children to be Good People
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Raising Our Children to be Good People
Chapter 10 Raising Our Children to be Good People In a society saturated with media, many parents are worried that their children will succumb to bad influences. How do we protect our children from t
In today's media-rich environment, many parents fear for the moral upbringing of their children. To cultivate good character, it's essential to focus on four key strategies: being a positive role mode
The Importance of Family Dinner
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The Importance of Family Dinner
Dinner is an important meal that should be reserved for the family. Missing it would be unfortunate since everyone must tend to their own personal things after dinner. Some will do homework while othe
Dinner is a crucial time for family bonding. Missing this occasion leads to unresolved issues and potential arguments. Some families opt for separate meals and personal TV time, losing warmth in relat
Teaching Children Responsibility
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Teaching Children Responsibility
However, I recommend following the first two pieces of advice first: Your parents should reduce their allowances and have them help each other at tasks. Children won’t allow others to take advantage o
The text offers advice on teaching children responsibility by encouraging them to manage their own chores and collaborate with siblings. It stresses the importance of reducing allowances and fostering
The Five Precepts That Parents Should Know
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The Five Precepts That Parents Should Know
The Five Precepts That Parents Should Know Teaching their children to abide by the Five Precepts is the utmost important responsibility of parents to help counteract social deterioration. However, be
Teaching children the Five Precepts is essential for parents to combat social decline. Parents must first understand the meaning of a precept, its connection to human nature, and the consequences of n
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
Chapter 33 **Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand** Once, I had the chance to observe a senior monk simplify the Five Precepts for the children. The writer was impressed with
In this chapter, a senior monk demonstrates how to simplify the Five Precepts for children. The focus is on making these fundamental teachings understandable through engaging dialogue. The Five Precep
Understanding the Five Precepts
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Understanding the Five Precepts
Do you know what the Five Precepts are? 1. One shall not kill. 2. One shall not steal. 3. One shall not commit adultery. 4. One shall not lie. 5. One shall not consume intoxicants. I will explain to y
This text introduces the Five Precepts of Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior. The narrative begins with a question from a senior monk about love and life, illustrating that all b
Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
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Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
Chapter 35 Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit In this day and age of ever-present temptations and perpetual pressure to make a living, it is especially rare to find any family with a son who or
Chapter 35 discusses the rarity and importance of a son ordaining as a monk during Buddhist Lent. It highlights that such a decision reflects the virtue of the family and the son's commitment rather t
Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity
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Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity
Chapter 40 Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity (Dhütanga) 4 Life is full of uncertainties and danger awaits those who are reckless with their lives. The Lord Buddha once sa
Chapter 40 emphasizes the significance of non-recklessness through the practice of austerity as taught by the Lord Buddha. It highlights that life is filled with uncertainties and that reckless behavi
Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
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Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
During the past twenty years, when the season of important the Buddhist tradition called the Kathina Ceremony has approached, news about monks who have violated the monastic discipline have been promi
In the past two decades, the Kathina Ceremony has been overshadowed by media reports of monks violating their vows, leading to a decline in public trust and reverence towards the monastic community. T
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
be summed up in the following proverb: One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel. If people think this way, they can harm Buddhism unknowingly. This is certainly not the nature of a Buddhist. Buddhists
The text emphasizes the importance of supporting the Sangha community and not generalizing negative perceptions from a few individuals. It highlights a situation where a layperson questioned the respe
Meditation Centers in the USA and Europe
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Meditation Centers in the USA and Europe
Minnesota Minnesota Meditation Center 242 Northdale Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448 USA Tel.+(763) 682-4623 Fax.+(763) 862-6123 Email: [email protected], [email protected] New Jersey Dhammakaya Int
This document lists various meditation centers located across the USA and Europe, including addresses and contact information for centers in Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Seattle, Ha
Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide Contact Information
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Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide Contact Information
Tel. (+44) 1483-475757, (+44) 1483-480001 Fax. (+44) 1483-476161 Email : [email protected] Osaka Wat Bhavana, Osaka 4-6-27 Ohmiya, Asashi-ku, Osaka 515-0002 , Japan Tel. (+81)6-6956-1400 Fax (+81)
Explore the extensive contact details of Dhammakaya Meditation centers located in various countries, including Japan, Malaysia, and Australia. Each center is equipped with essential information includ
Daily Routine at YUWA CAMP
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Daily Routine at YUWA CAMP
Going to bed At 21.00, YUWA CAMP participants finish their milk, affairs with the toilet, make prayer (alone or in groups) then go to bed. These activities are supervised by mentors. Mentors meeting
At YUWA CAMP, participants conclude their evening activities by finishing milk, using the toilet, and making prayers before bedtime at 21.00. These routines are managed by mentors. Following this, men
Empowering Children Through Yuwakalayanamitra Club
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Empowering Children Through Yuwakalayanamitra Club
Reaching out to the Global Yuwakalayanamitra Club Miracles in the world are creation of dreamers. Dreamers give reality to their dreams. Pharajbavanavisudh, is one such dreamers. He gave YUWA CAMP a
The Yuwakalayanamitra Club, founded by dreamer Pharajbavanavisudh, aims to transform the world through values and kindness in children, creating Kalayayanamitra—friends who spread peace. This initiati
Co-ordination Offices in UAE, Israel, and Qatar
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Co-ordination Offices in UAE, Israel, and Qatar
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) Co-ordination Office P.O. Box 46550, Abu Dhabi, UAE Tel. +(971)-50-562-9729 Contact : Mr. Wijai Shaijarernwana Thailand Co-ordinator : Ms. Rawiwon Mechang Tel.
This document provides contact details for co-ordination offices located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Israel, and Qatar. It includes phone numbers and email addresses for key personnel, such as Mr. Wijai Shaija
Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
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Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
The manuscripts of the Nong Pa Fa Cave have two forms of writing: Dham Lao from Laos, and Dham Lanna from northern Thailand. These two scripts are very similar, especially on manuscripts dating back s
The manuscripts of the Nong Pa Fa Cave showcase two primary forms of writing: Dham Lao from Laos and Dham Lanna from northern Thailand. While these scripts exhibit notable similarities, especially in
Exploring the Origins of the Nong Pa Fa Cave Manuscripts
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Exploring the Origins of the Nong Pa Fa Cave Manuscripts
On the cover of one of the Nong Pa Fa Cave manuscript, we can read: As the writing is clearly that of Dham Lanna, one wonders if some parts of the manuscripts come from Muang Nandaburi, a former name
This text examines the Nong Pa Fa Cave manuscripts, highlighting their writing style as Dham Lanna. It raises questions about their origins, specifically whether part of these manuscripts originate fr
Buddhism and the Concept of Nirvāṇa
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Buddhism and the Concept of Nirvāṇa
**43** This is, perhaps, as Eliade observes, ‘for the Buddha, one can be ‘saved’ only by attaining nirvāṇa - that is, by going beyond the plane of profane human experience and re-establishing the plan
Eliade suggests that for the Buddha, salvation comes through attaining nirvāṇa, transcending the mundane aspects of human life and entering an unconditioned state. This transformation entails a metaph
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