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The Legacy of Anathapadika and His Daughters
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The Legacy of Anathapadika and His Daughters
Anathapadika appointed his oldest daughter Maha Subhadda; the latter showed the monks the customary attentions, hearkened to the Law, and as a result obtained the Fruit of Conversion; afterwards she m
Anathapadika, after appointing his aged daughters Maha Subhadda and Culla Subhadda, watches them both attain the Fruit of Conversion before marriage. His youngest daughter, Sumana, attains the Fruit o
The Teachings of Letting Go
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The Teachings of Letting Go
So saying, he sprang into the air from the top of the pole, turned fourteen somersaults in the air, and alighting on his feet, balanced himself once more on the tip of the pole. The Teacher said to hi
In this passage, a man named Uggasenā demonstrates the importance of letting go of attachments to the past, present, and future. The Teacher advises that true wisdom comes from releasing oneself from
The Transformation of a Hunter's Heart
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The Transformation of a Hunter's Heart
When her husband heard her words, he thought, 'This must be my father-in-law', and her sons thought, 'This must be our grandfather'; and thoughts of loving-kindness came into them. Then the lady said
This narrative explores how the Buddha's teachings transformed the thoughts of a hunter and his family. When the hunter's wife urged compassion, thoughts of loving-kindness emerged in the minds of the
Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
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Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w
The Dummedha-Jātaka recounts an episode from the life of the Buddha, where he reflects on the story of Devadatta. Jealous of the Buddha's wisdom and Perfections, Devadatta's madness led to his folly.
Historical Studies on Buddhism and Sanskrit Literature
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Historical Studies on Buddhism and Sanskrit Literature
KALA, Satish Chandra. 1951 Bharhut Vedikā. Allahabad: Municipal Museum. MAYEDA, Egaku (前田惠學). 1964 Genshi-bukkyō-seiten-no-seiritsu-shi-kenkyū 原始佛教 聖典の成立史研究(งานวิจัยประวัติการกำเนิดคัมภีร์พุทธศาสนา ย
This text includes pivotal studies such as Satish Chandra KALA's exploration of Bharhut Vedikā, Egaku MAYEDA's historical research on the establishment of original Buddhist scriptures, Rajendralāla MI
The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition
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The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition
NORMAN, K.R. 1983 “The Pali Language and the Theravadin Tradition.” A History of Indian Literature: 1-2, edited by Jan Gonda. Wiesbaden: Otto Harrassowitz. PEW Research Center. 2017 “World Bu
This text discusses the significance of the Pali language within the Theravadin Buddhist tradition. It examines its historical roots, literary contributions, and the ongoing impact on Buddhist practic
Community Members and Families
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Community Members and Families
Kang Tee Oui Nguyen Kirk & Gina Ishida Pan Zhe Kuai Le Mi Ma Tuan Ti Quinine Tao & Family Lalin Koehler Sanbao Dizizhong Lei Jiayu Shannon Wongvibulsin Lei Wenli and family Steph
This document highlights various individuals and families within a community, emphasizing the diversity and cultural richness they bring. The list includes names such as Kang Tee, Oui Nguyen, and many
Congratulatory Message on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day
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Congratulatory Message on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day
VIETNAM BUDDIST SANGHA PHO MINH PAGODA --- oOo --- Kusalacitto Mahathero Abbot of Pho Minh Pagoda Vice President of the Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha Address: 2 Thien Ho Duong Str
On the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Foundation Day, Kusalacitto Mahathero, the Abbot of Pho Minh Pagoda, extends warmest congratulations. This occasion marks over five decades of the instit
Congratulations on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Congratulations on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
Congratulations Message on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya On this auspicious occasion of the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, the World Buddhist Sangha Youth (WBSY) and the World
On the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, the World Buddhist Sangha Youth (WBSY) and the World Alliance of Buddhists (WAB) congratulate the temple for its enduring impact on Buddhism globally. B
Understanding the Basics of Machine Learning
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Understanding the Basics of Machine Learning
เมื่อวันที่ ๒๔ ธันวาคม พ.ศ. ๒๕๒๐ได้มีพิธีวางศิลาฤกษ์อุโบสถวัดพระธรรมกายามาราม โดยมูลนิธิพระเทพรัตนราชสุดาฯ สมหาสมบูรพระราชา และสมเด็จพระเจ้าลูกเธอเจ้าฟ้าจุฬาภรณวลัยลักษณ์ อัครราชกุมารี เสด็จฯ ทรงประกอ
Machine learning is a subfield of artificial intelligence that focuses on the development of algorithms that enable computers to learn from and make predictions based on data. This introduction covers
Exploring the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta and the Four Noble Truths
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Exploring the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta and the Four Noble Truths
Contents Author's Preface ............................................................................................................... 9 1 Overview ................................................
This text delves into the Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta, highlighting its key teachings on the paths of sensual indulgence and self-mortification, and emphasizes the Middle Way. The content covers the Fo
The Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering
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The Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering
2. Explanation of the Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering The Lord Buddha’s explanation of the Origin of Suffering includes all four of the Origin of Suffering’s implications in the light of the Fo
The Lord Buddha explains the Origin of Suffering, emphasizing craving as the root cause affecting all living beings. It identifies two forms of craving: self-centred craving (for personal advantage) a
Understanding Aging: The Unseen Process
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Understanding Aging: The Unseen Process
2. A Flood or a Storm which carries away forest debris: In just the same way as a flash flood inundates a forest or a storm tears down branches and leaves in a forest and sweeps them away, leaving the
Aging is often unnoticed until its effects become visible, much like debris left after a flood. We realize aging's impact only when physical signs appear, such as tooth loss and wrinkles. This process
The Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
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The Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
four unfortunate realms [abhāyabhūmi]. Just as the swift currents of a river tend to sweep away all things to the ocean that fall within its reach, desire will tend to pull all beings who entertain it
This text discusses the profound impact of craving on beings, illustrating how it drives them towards hell realms and unwholesome actions. The Buddha's teachings emphasize that craving can lead to sin
The Cycle of Existence and Three Spheres
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The Cycle of Existence and Three Spheres
suffering completely, with no more attachment for the Three Spheres¹. Put another way, their practice entails extinguishing the three sorts of craving which keep them prisoner in the thirty-one realms
This text discusses the concept of craving as the root cause of rebirth in the Cycle of Existence, using a story from the Dhammapadathakā to illustrate the journey of a female piglet that was reborn m
Understanding the Mind and Success in Buddhist Practice
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Understanding the Mind and Success in Buddhist Practice
and the four different functions of the mind are scattered in their separate directions like a group of people unable to work as a team — they cannot pool their abilities efficiently. By 'all succes
This text discusses the four functions of the mind and their impact on achieving success in Buddhist practice, as emphasized by Luang Phaw Wat Paknam. He speaks on the importance of reaching a state o
Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta: The Awakening of the Earth
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Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta: The Awakening of the Earth
Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta the whole of the Earth quaked and the waves of the ocean were whipped by strong winds and even Mount Sumeru bowed down its peak as if in humility to the teaching, with a sou
The Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta marked a monumental moment in Buddhist history, wherein the Earth quaked and the heavens resonated in response to the Buddha's teachings. This awe-inspiring event saw Mo
The Path to Liberation in Buddhism
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The Path to Liberation in Buddhism
the defilements from their minds and to attain liberation. The conclusion we can draw from seeing Koṇḍañña at- tain stream-entry after a relatively short teaching (and also from seeing the rebirth of
The text discusses how Koṇḍañña attained stream-entry through accumulated wholesome deeds from past lives, emphasizing the importance of good deeds in the present. It highlights that contact with the
The Liberation and Enlightenment of Koññña
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The Liberation and Enlightenment of Koññña
the cosmos with its deities, Mārās and gods, with its contemplatives and priests, its royalty and commonfolk." "O! Monks! My liberation from the Cycle of Existence is real and permanent. This is my fi
This text discusses Koññña's journey towards enlightenment through focusing his mind and understanding the Four Noble Truths. His liberation from the Cycle of Existence is emphasized, marking the sign
The Tathāgata and the Cycle of Enlightenment
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The Tathāgata and the Cycle of Enlightenment
Yāva kivāñca me bhikkhave, imesu "O! Monks! If the Tathāgata had not fully com- catusu ariyassaccevaṁ tiparivattaṁ completed these three cycles with their twelve com- dvaḍasākāraṁ yathābhuṭṭaṁ nān
In this text, the Buddha addresses monks, emphasizing that he has fully completed the three cycles of truth, which affirms his status as a fully self-enlightened Buddha. He claims that this enlightenm