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Realties of the New Middle East
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Realties of the New Middle East
… Making things worse, U.S. credibility has been deeply affected by a policy that first promised too much, and then was quietly frozen, if not abandoned. The failure of the freedom agenda is due not only …
This text discusses the complexities and challenges in the New Middle East, particularly regarding nuclear ambitions of countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and the decline of the U.S. freedom agend
The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
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The Impact of U.S. Pressure on Egyptian Democratic Reform
…r and better organized and therefore more capable of taking advantage of opportunities, despite the much harsher security measures that regimes generally impose on them. The secular opposition embodies v…
In a speech in Cairo in June 2005, Rice underscored U.S. democratic reform measures. The U.S. reacted to Egypt's governance by canceling a free-trade agreement due to human rights concerns. While some
The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
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The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
…uestion, whether Islamist parties that accept democracy as an instrument also accept its values, is much more difficult to answer. It is clear, however, that not all Islamist parties are alike. Some main…
In Arab societies, secular opposition has struggled against longstanding authoritarian regimes that repress liberal ideologies, while conservative social attitudes limit their political expression. A
Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
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Political Dynamics and Sectarian Tensions in the Middle East
…otential allies in democracy promotion. Pro moting democracy in these circumstances would require a much longer time frame, a less Manichean view of the world, and more subtle diplomacy than those chosen…
The text discusses the complexities faced in promoting democracy in Arab nations, highlighting the influence of incumbent regimes resistant to political reform. It notes that, despite potential allies
Dealing With the New Middle East
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Dealing With the New Middle East
…e East and that U.S. policy could easily worsen the situation. New policies must thus be based on a much more modest definition of U.S. interests in the region, one that clearly differentiates between go…
The Bush administration's policies have complicated the realities in the Middle East. A new approach is needed, prioritizing diplomacy and a clear understanding of U.S. limits in the region. Confronta
Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
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Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
…as the United States and the UN Security Council do not change their demands, or Iran does not feel much weaker, this issue holds little promise of diplomatic progress. Concentrating on the broader secur…
This text discusses the necessity of the U.S. focusing on Iraq to facilitate a U.S.-Iranian dialogue, aiming to retain Iraq's territorial integrity and mitigate civil conflict. It emphasizes the chall
The Quest for Peace: The Two-State Solution in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
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The Quest for Peace: The Two-State Solution in the Israel-Palestine Conflict
Israel and Palestine U.S. core interests in the region include peace between Israelis and Palestinians, which would have as a corollary peace between Israel and all Arab countries. The only solution
… the end, reviving the two-state solution may lead to a cold peace rather than full reconciliation, much like Israel's relationship with Egypt, but it is essential to decrease the risk of wider conflict …
English for Buddhism Lovers
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English for Buddhism Lovers
…ุณ (ที่ให้ความร่วมมือ) และขออนุโมทนาบุญกับทุกท่าน ด้วยประโยคที่ว่ากันนี้เลยนะค่ะ.... Thank you very much for your co-operation and rejoice in your merit. (แทค ควีย เวรี่ มัซ ฟอร์ ยัวร์ โค-ออพเพอเรชัน แอน…
This content focuses on English vocabulary relevant to Buddhist ceremonies, including important terms and phrases for laypeople and disciples. Key highlights include the holy thread, invitations to jo
Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
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Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
…scripts dating back several centuries, as shown in the following table. In fact, people do not make much difference between these two writings, they just call them Dham Phra Chao or « Scripts of the Budd…
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
Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
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Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
… to see clearly the dense and numerous small letters. In contrast, Chinese and sa-paper texts are much easier to read because both the page and the character size is larger, and the white background c…
This text discusses the decline in donations of traditional palm-leaf scriptures in favor of more accessible and readable texts printed on Chinese and sa-paper. Reasons include cost, legibility, and t
International Dhammadayada Ordination Program 2013
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International Dhammadayada Ordination Program 2013
HOW MUCH DO YOU L-O-V-E YOURSELF ? 看您有多爱自己? โครงการบรรพชาอุปสมบทหมู่ธรรมทายาทนานาชาติ IDOP รุ่นที่ 11 国际佛法新…
The International Dhammadayada Ordination Program (IDOP) offers a unique opportunity for individuals to experience monastic life. Scheduled from July 14 to August 14, 2013, this 32-day program welcome
การสร้างความดีและบุญในการเข้าวัด
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การสร้างความดีและบุญในการเข้าวัด
…ot of opportunities every time we have a chance, a lot of merit, and that we have to make merits as much as possible." คำสอนคุณยายอาจารย์มหารัตน์ ขนคุณงู ผู้ให้คำเน้นคำพระธรรมภาย สนับสนุนการจัดพิมพ์วารส…
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการเข้าวัดเพื่อสร้างความดีและบุญ เน้นความมุ่งหวังในการทำบุญเพื่อพัฒนาตนเองให้ดีขึ้น โดยความเชื่อว่าการทำดีจะนำไปสู่โอกาสที่ดีในชีวิตและช่วยให้เราสามารถทำประโยชน์ให้กับผู้อ
การรักษาด้วยสมาธิและบุญ
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การรักษาด้วยสมาธิและบุญ
…่างแน่นอนค่ะ เพราะลูกได้ประจักษ์กับตนเองแล้วว่า “บุญเท่านั้นที่ช่วยเราได้จริง ๆ” อานและอาม่าของลูก muc จากเมืองจีนก่อนสร้างตัวจากเสื้อผ้านมในจันมีธุรกิจร้านค้าพื้นบ้าน เดี๋ยวลูกเกิดทีจังหวะสะระบุรี เมื่…
ในเรื่องนี้ เล่าถึงการต่อสู้กับอาการปวดหลังและสุขภาพที่ไม่ดี หลังจากการรักษาด้วยวิธีแพทย์แผนปัจจุบัน ลูกได้หันมาใช้การฝึกสมาธิและเชื่อในพลังของบุญ เพื่อช่วยให้ฟื้นฟูสุขภาพ หลังจากปีหนึ่ง สุขภาพค่อย ๆ
ชีวิตนี้ ชีวิตหน้า
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ชีวิตนี้ ชีวิตหน้า
…s of life still have some doubts about life after death, heaven & hell, etc. yet, that depends very much whether they seriously put effort to find the answers. In the last section, I have also included …
หนังสือเล่มนี้เป็นผลจากการค้นคว้าธรรมในช่วงเข้าพรรษาต่างประเทศระหว่างปี 2554 ถึง 2556 เพื่อให้ความรู้แก่ชาวพุทธทั้งไทยและต่างชาติเกี่ยวกับชีวิตหลังความตาย และการสนทนาระหว่างเจ้าชายปยายสีและพระกุมารกัส
Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
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Payasi Sutta: Rebirth and Karma
…rove. Now at that time the chieftain Payasi was residing at Setavya, a spot teeming with life, with much grass - land and wood - land, with water and corn, on a royal domain granted him by King Pasenadi …
The Payasi Sutta recounts the teachings of venerable Kumara Kassapa during his time in Setavya. It narrates the challenges faced by Payasi, a chieftain in this city, as he grapples with misconceptions
The Consequences of Apathy Towards Death
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The Consequences of Apathy Towards Death
… off his head '. But this felon, prince, is human and cannot get leave from human executioners. How much less then would your friends and relatives, after death, in the Pit, gain permission from the keep…
This text delves into a philosophical discourse about the inevitability of death and the moral implications of one's actions. It contrasts the yearning for a reprieve from execution with the notion th
Understanding Vyavala in Context of Largesse
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Understanding Vyavala in Context of Largesse
… (uddissat) has only been found here. Perhaps it means 'showed' (the matter) up, 'which comes to much the same as to point the finger of mockery.
This text explores the term 'Vyavala' which became a technical term associated with the concept of largesse. It reflects on how limited resources lead to some applicants being overlooked, in a practic
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
…he skull. Al- though not visible to the human eye, the mind also has a form, but an intangible one, much like electricity or magnetic energy. The mind is the origin of all actions, good or bad. It is th…
มนุษย์ประกอบด้วยร่างกายและจิตใจ จิตเป็นพลังงานที่ควบคุมและส่งสัญญาณไปยังสมอง ช่วยให้เราคิด พูด และกระทำได้ดีหรือไม่ดี จิตและสมองเป็นสองสิ่งที่แตกต่างกัน สมองมีรูปแบบทางกายภาพ ขณะที่จิตใจมีรูปแบบที่ไม่
90 Benefits of Meditation
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90 Benefits of Meditation
…thousand years from now. Knowledge gained from meditative insight is based on real truth. There is much more to the secrets of life than can be found in books or lectures, or through one’s thinking abil…
Meditation offers profound insights that connect us to our true essence and spiritual nature. It generates 'merit,' which is a form of positive energy originating from good deeds. Merit is essential f