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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie
…should be dealt with appropriately. The teachings of the Buddha emphasize that the integrity of the monastic community is vital, and missteps by individuals do not reflect Buddhism as a whole. It is essential for laype…
Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
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Concerns of Senior Citizens and the Monastic Community
…e inevitable, bury their heads in the sand by taking refuge in material comforts or grandchildren. Monastic Community Monastics are a special but particularly important group for world society -- a special component o…
…mforts or focus on their grandchildren rather than confront their mortality. On the other hand, the monastic community faces unique challenges, including limited access to education and unclear discipline standards. Th…
Monastic Education at Dhammakaya Foundation
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Monastic Education at Dhammakaya Foundation
…undation has attempted to promote monastic education (in Pali and Dhamma Studies) amongst the wider monastic community by organising the Grade Nine Pali Graduate Congratulation Ceremony annually for those monks who com…
มูลนิธิธรรมกายได้พยายามส่งเสริมการศึกษาในระดับพระสงฆ์ผ่านการจัดงานพิธีแสดงความยินดีประจำปีสำหรับนิสิตที่จบการศึกษาทางเปali พร้อมมอบทุนการศึกษา ตลอดจนการจัดตั้งวิทยาลัยเปali ในปี 1995 ที่ได้ผลสอบสูงสุด
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
… Joy 34 Meditation and also to express gratitude to all those who offer food and necessities to the monastic community. These offerings to the monks and novices provide us with the mental and physical energy for studyi…
…scusses the importance of meditation and expressions of gratitude towards those who provide for the monastic community. It highlights how offerings facilitate the study of Dhamma and adherence to monastic discipline. A…
The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
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The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
… very important to differentiate between the actions of one person versus the actions of the entire monastic community. This situation can The Warm Hearted Family 380 Solving Buddhism's Crisis The Warm Hearted Family 3…
…ens rather than moral guides. The need to distinguish between individual actions and the collective monastic community's role is highlighted as crucial for preserving faith in Buddhism. The negative media narrative can…
Understanding the Role of Monks and Media Representation
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Understanding the Role of Monks and Media Representation
… very important to differentiate between the actions of one person versus the actions of the entire monastic community. This situation can
…he importance of differentiating between individual misconduct and the overall contributions of the monastic community. Senior monks express concerns about being criticized regardless of their actions, whether they eng…
Understanding the Roles of Students and Teachers in Monastic Life
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Understanding the Roles of Students and Teachers in Monastic Life
1) A student who seeks knowledge. 2) A teacher who imparts his knowledge. “Students seek knowledge from schools, colleges or institutes. Do you think they have ever done anything wrong while they wer
Students and teacher monks share the journey of learning and self-improvement within the monastic community. Just as students in secular schools may err in their behavior, student monks, regardless of their …
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
…pt you One or all of these circumstances often push people to turn towards a life of refuge in the monastic community. The Raja commented that Rathapala was not yet old, he was still strong and healthy, living a life…
In exploring why individuals may choose to ordain as monks, four key circumstances are highlighted: old age, illness, poverty, and social rejection. These situations often drive individuals to seek re
Wisdom and the Dhammakāya in Buddhist Teachings
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Wisdom and the Dhammakāya in Buddhist Teachings
Some of the qualities or forms of wisdom listed in the text are exclusive to Buddhas such as omniscience (sabbaññutāna), intrepdity (vesārajjanāna), and the ten supreme intellectual powers of a Buddha
The text highlights unique qualities of wisdom exclusive to Buddhas, including omniscience and the ten intellectual powers. It discusses the dhammakāya as the embodiment of a Buddha's inner wisdom, di
Establishment of Rules in the Pāṭimokkha
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Establishment of Rules in the Pāṭimokkha
Abstract: When Were the Rules in the Pāṭimokkha Established? by THANAVUDDHO BHIKKHU Many modern scholars in both the East and West share the view that most of the content in the Vinayapitaka, t
This article by THANAVUDDHO BHIKKHU discusses the establishment of monastic rules in the Pāṭimokkha, challenging the view that these rules were developed post-Buddha. Through comparative studies of va
Memorial Service Led by Phra Dhammakittivong
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Memorial Service Led by Phra Dhammakittivong
…holar of the Royal Academy and the Abbot of Wat Raja-Orosaram, Bangkok, agreed to lead the Buddhist monastic community for the memorial service. The president of the lay congregation was H.E. Suchon Chaleekreua; Chairm…
…enerable Phra Dhammakittivong, a respected scholar and Abbot of Wat Raja-Orosaram, led the Buddhist monastic community in a memorial service attended by dignitaries including H.E. Suchon Chaleekreua, Chairman of the Th…
Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…ions in Thailand and internationally -- often helping to publicise and publish the work of the Thai monastic community through the Thai publications Kalyanamitra Magazine, Kalyanamitra News and Sahadhammika Magazine --…
…piritual organizations and publish various newsletters, helping disseminate teachings from the Thai monastic community. Over one hundred Buddhist books have been published for practical application in daily life across…
Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
The OCR result from the image is: "The day 1,000,000 people from over the world come to meditate at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya will be the day that the people of the world will stop. think and ask themse
The gathering of 1,000,000 people at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event, prompting reflection on collective spirituality. The location features Memorial Halls for paying respect and support
Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
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Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land In his new life as a monk, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo was very disciplined in the monastic codes of conduct and studied very hard in the Lord Buddha’s Teach
In this inspiring story, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo embraces monastic discipline and passionately shares Buddha's teachings. His sermons at Ban Dhammaprasit draw large crowds, leading to a need for relocat
The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…y. Modern administrative practices have been applied to the traditional charitable framework of and monastic community alike that has a scope much broader than that usually possible for traditional temples. In 1986, t…
The Dhammakaya Foundation was established on 20 February 1970 with a focus on minimalistic yet durable structures for spiritual practice. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn provided the foundation
Maintaining Faith in Buddhism Amidst Negative Perceptions
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Maintaining Faith in Buddhism Amidst Negative Perceptions
When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie
เมื่อผู้คนสูญเสียศรัทธาในพุทธศาสนา พวกเขาจะไม่สอนลูกๆ ให้เคารพพระสงฆ์ และไม่แสดงความสนใจในการศึกษาอาจารย์ Buddhist จนลดจำนวนผู้ปฏิบัติ อย่างไรก็ตาม สถานการณ์นี้ถูกขับเคลื่อนโดยนักเขียนเพียงไม่กี่คนที่
International Buddhist Conference: Buddhism into the Year 2000
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International Buddhist Conference: Buddhism into the Year 2000
7-10 February 1989, the Dhammakaya Foundation hosted the International Buddhist Conference "Buddhism into the Year 2000" at Sukhothai Dhammadhiraj Open University with a thirty national and internatio
Between 7-10 February 1989, the Dhammakaya Foundation organized the International Buddhist Conference titled 'Buddhism into the Year 2000' at Sukhothai Dhammadhiraj Open University. This event feature
Say No to Alcohol
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Say No to Alcohol
Say No to Alcohol The negative long-term effects of alcohol consumption are difficult to control and overcome. Not only is your own welfare at risk, but also the welfare of those around you, especial
The long-term effects of alcohol are detrimental not only to the individual but also to their family. Alcohol leads to destruction of wealth, health issues, aggressive behavior, loss of friendships, a
The Shift in Enlightenment Concept in Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras
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The Shift in Enlightenment Concept in Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras
As demonstrated, the Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras changed a concept of enlightenment from "adapting a monastic lifestyle and practicing meditation extremely" to "accumulating good karma in daily life." This
The Prajñāpāramitā Sūtras redefined the concept of enlightenment in Buddhism, moving away from the traditional focus on monastic practices and extreme meditation. Instead, it emphasized the importance
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