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Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…In 2001, I took up a position as an English language school teacher in the town of Burwood. I saw a monk in a yellow robe sitting in the waiting room. He smiled at me and I felt delighted. I suddenly felt…
…ntinues to fulfill her roles as a mother and wife. A pivotal moment occurs when she meets a smiling monk, who becomes a beacon of hope and spiritual guidance during her journey to find joy. The author’s e…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…ised to see the body within myself. I never knew that such a thing existed. I asked the instructing monk many questions about this crystal body. I told him I felt happy but wasn't sure of the body I saw i…
…rystal body' within oneself, leading to a profound sense of calmness and happiness. The instructing monk explains that witnessing this inner body is a natural phenomenon and part of every human being. See…
Understanding Dhammakaya: The Nature of Wisdom
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Understanding Dhammakaya: The Nature of Wisdom
… I need to refine my mind to be able to see it. 231 We talked for about four hours. The instructing monk explained the true nature of human beings, explaining knowledge which scientists have been unable t…
… importance of refining one's mind to perceive this inner reality. During a four-hour discussion, a monk elaborated on aspects of human nature that remain undiscovered by science, encouraging introspectio…
Inspiration Behind a Touching Ceremony
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Inspiration Behind a Touching Ceremony
…navisudh, the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation, they exclaimed, "We never thought that a Thai monk would be capable of such a brilliant creative idea as this."
…esident of the Dhammakaya Foundation, left them astonished. The uniqueness and creativity of a Thai monk in orchestrating such a significant event highlighted the importance of spiritual leadership in com…
Moving Towards the Saffron Robe
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Moving Towards the Saffron Robe
… from meditation could help. He then decided to ask Khun Yay for permission to become ordained as a monk. Khun Yay not only refused his request for the ordination, but also urged him to finish his degree …
… suffering or grant true happiness; only meditation can. He seeks Khun Yay’s permission to become a monk, but she advises him to complete his studies first, emphasizing the importance of knowledge in both…
Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
The text extracted from the image is: The novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya for giving a blessing to His Majest…
The novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya honored His Majesty the King for hi…
Training and Educational Policies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Training and Educational Policies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
For this reason, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has set a policy for Buddhist monks at Wat Phra Dhammakaya to receive training enabling them to have a strong determination, a good ob…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has implemented a training policy for Buddhist monks at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, emphasizing strong determination, observance of precepts, and moral values…
The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism
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The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism
…dhism The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism is also known as, "The Kalyanamitta Monk Training Programme", whose main objective is teaching Buddhist principles to laypersons to promote …
The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism, also known as the Kalyanamitta Monk Training Programme, focuses on imparting Buddhist knowledge to laypersons. This initiative promotes…
Exploring the Dhammakaya Temple Complex
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Exploring the Dhammakaya Temple Complex
… School (Pali Language School) 10. Dhammadayada Training Centre 11. Novices' abode 12. Kalyanamitta Monk Training Centre 13. International Buddhist Society 14. Main Chapel 15. Khun Yay Acariya Chandra Mem…
…ostering spiritual growth among practitioners. The complex also holds dedicated residences for both monks and lay individuals, facilitating a holistic environment for learning and practice. Educational in…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo and His Role in Buddhism
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo and His Role in Buddhism
… still in his adolescence. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree, he was ordained as a Buddhist monk at the age of 25 at Wat Paknam Bhasichareon. In 1970, Venerable Dhammajayo and his community e…
…land, developed an early interest in Buddhism and meditation. After earning his degree, he became a monk at 25 and founded the Buddhachakka Meditation Centre in 1970, leading to the creation of Dhammakaya…
Venerable Dhammajayo and his Contributions to World Peace
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Venerable Dhammajayo and his Contributions to World Peace
…ist Studies from the Maha Chulalongkorn Raja Vidhayalai University. He was the first Thai Buddhist monk to receive the Mahatma Gandhi Peace Award from the All Indian Gandhian Worker Society, India, in 20…
… dedication to promoting world peace through inner peace and meditation. As the first Thai Buddhist monk to receive the Mahatma Gandhi Peace Award, he has influenced international audiences by teaching et…
Keeping Love Alive (Cherishing Love)
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Keeping Love Alive (Cherishing Love)
…k *Thirty-eight Universal Steps to Eternal Happiness*, compiled for the summer program for ordained monks by the *Venerable Teacher Monk Somchai Tanavuddho*, the subject of cherishing love was discussed. …
In Chapter 3 of 'Thirty-eight Universal Steps to Eternal Happiness', the Venerable Teacher Monk Somchai Tanavuddho explores the importance of cherishing love in marriage. The chapter emphasizes t…
The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
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The Final Moments: Caring for Patients' Mindfulness
…ation depends on the state of mind at the last moment, which could be one that is clouded or clear. Monks refer to this as “the War of Existence,” the precarious battle of going to sugati or duggati. Reg…
This guide discusses the significance of maintaining a patient's mental clarity during their final moments. It emphasizes the caregiver's role in providing emotional support and encouraging positive t
Young People and the Lord Buddha
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Young People and the Lord Buddha
…ere was an examination of this issue and a simple explanation conducive to young people by a senior monk was found. A true Buddhist has to be a logical person. He is not gullible or easily deluded. So whe…
…, a new generation of young people questions the reverence of the Lord Buddha as a mentor. A senior monk provides insight, emphasizing that true Buddhists are logical and seek to understand the history of…
The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
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The Principle of Kamma and Good Deeds
…sa. The following episode should help clarify this principle. A layperson asked a respected senior monk: “Venerable One, do good deeds always bring good outcomes? I have seen many friends doing good, bu…
The text discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that good deeds ultimately yield good outcomes, though results may take time. It illustrates the principle through a me
Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
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Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
…e the writer's knowledge on this subject is limited, I have researched a book by a respected senior monk, and this is his explanation: "If you ask me whether it is difficult to make somebody appreciate …
…als, especially children, in making moral choices. The author references teachings from a respected monk, highlighting that many people struggle with the belief that good deeds guarantee good outcomes. Th…
Understanding the Importance of Merit in Giving
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Understanding the Importance of Merit in Giving
… offering, and not feel regret about it. 4. Virtuous recipient. If the recipient is an enlightened monk, the merit will be enormous and instantaneous; the effects of that merit will be realized in the pr…
…cepts. It highlights that the merit gained depends on the recipient's virtue, and while enlightened monks yield immediate benefits, the focus on striving for enlightenment is equally crucial. The teaching…
Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
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Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
…ure to make a living, it is especially rare to find any family with a son who ordains as a Buddhist monk for at least the period of Buddhist Lent. The parents must have accumulated a tremendous amount of …
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 …
The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
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The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
…ation were pushed aside. It must have been my past merit coming to help me, for one day, the senior monk who knew about my earlier intention came to guide me. His first words were, “How about ordaining…
…rs, the urgency of ordination became paramount. Despite the temptation of a lucrative job, a senior monk's insight ignited a realization about the importance of spiritual merit, ultimately leading to the …
The Value of Life
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The Value of Life
…fullest and how do we live every minute of our lives with full consciousness?” A highly respected monk had a clear answer to this. He always reminds the laypeople who come to make merit at his temple th…
… brevity, people often indulge in fleeting pleasures that lead to suffering and regret. A respected monk emphasizes the need for preparation in facing life's challenges, guiding laypeople to embrace each …