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The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
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The Importance of Honoring Grandparents
…blems. Now we come to the scheme of how to prepare ourselves to be parents worthy of our children's reverence. First of all, we must know there are two types of elderly people. The first type of elderly person…
The text emphasizes the need for parents to demonstrate respect towards their own parents (grandparents) to instill similar values in their children. It warns against negative behaviors towards parent
Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
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Characteristics of Fruitful Elderly Individuals
…nderstanding of life. The Lord Buddha called these elderly people "those worthy of their children's reverence." A family with a member like this will possess happiness as if it has "a worthy one in the family.…
The text discusses the qualities of 'Fruitful Persons,' elderly individuals who exemplify self-sufficiency and altruism. They live by Buddhist principles, offer alms, adhere to precepts, and meditate
The Role of Elderly in Family Dynamics
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The Role of Elderly in Family Dynamics
…nd will be proud of what they have accomplished, since their duties are "worthy of their children's reverence." Thus, it can be deduced that the second sorts of elderly people will not be lonely during their f…
Elderly individuals often prepare for their funerals with savings and ensure their legacy is passed on to their children. They engage in merit-making and instill values, becoming respected figures in
The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
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The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
…nd will be proud of what they have accomplished, since their duties are “worthy of their children’s reverence.” Thus, it can be deduced that the second sorts of elderly people will not be lonely during their …
…g their children can sustain their families. Emphasizing the importance of leading a life worthy of reverence, the text highlights how the blessings bestowed upon descendants become crucial obligations. The pr…
Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents: Worthy of Our Reverence
…ctation of an inheritance. How can we prevent this problem of ungraciousness to those worthy of our reverence? With great vision and wisdom, our ancestors had clear criteria for solving this problem. Primarily…
ตามคำสอนของพุทธศาสนา พ่อแม่ถือเป็นอรหันต์ในครอบครัวและเป็นครูคนแรกของเด็ก การเคารพและตอบแทนบุญคุณพ่อแม่เป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญในสังคมไทย พ่อแม่ควรได้รับการดูแลจากลูกในวัยชรา และการละเลยพ่อแม่ในปัจจุบันกลายเป
Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
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Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
… many people to lose their faith in Buddhism and to over-generalize that monks do not deserve their reverence. Moreover, this has a great impact on the more than 300,000 monks and novices around the country.
…ershadowed by media reports of monks violating their vows, leading to a decline in public trust and reverence towards the monastic community. This has significant implications for over 300,000 monks and novice…
The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
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The Importance of Supporting the Sangha
…e met the respected senior monk: He said, “Nowadays, monks do not behave well and do not deserve my reverence. So, I wish to pay respect to only the Lord Buddha and the Dhamma. My question is, “Can I not pay r…
…uld jeopardize faith in the Sangha. The respected senior monk's response is crucial for maintaining reverence for the spiritual community, reflecting the Buddha's teachings to analyze before forming beliefs. U…
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…st importantly, they disrespect the practice of meditation for a peaceful mind. Even when they lack reverence for only part of the Triple Gem, they become Internal Fools in Buddhism. None of them will ever gai…
…doubt the enlightenment of the Lord Buddha and disregard meditation practices, leading to a lack of reverence for the Triple Gem. This disrespect makes them vulnerable to External Fools and hinders their under…
Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected i…
In 1999, Thailand faced a concerning trend where the elderly population being neglected rose by 300,000 annually, while retirement homes could only accept 200 more residents per year. This reflects a
Solving Buddhism's Crisis
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Solving Buddhism's Crisis
… many people to lose their faith in Buddhism and to over-generalize that monks do not deserve their reverence. Moreover, this has a great impact on the more than 300,000 monks and novices around the country. 1…
…and novices nationwide. The chapter emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues to restore reverence for the Buddhist tradition.
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
… Venerable Phramonkolthepmuni." I finally understand and conclude that the answer is to hold a high reverence for his teachings. There was a monk, a disciple of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam's, who told me that when t…
…appeal to both followers and donors. The teachings of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam underscore the need for reverence and dedication to maintain the temple's mission, ensuring it does not fall into abandonment like ma…
Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected in…
ในปี 1999 สถิติในประเทศไทยแสดงให้เห็นว่าจำนวนผู้สูงอายุที่ถูกทอดทิ้งเพิ่มขึ้นประมาณ 300,000 คนต่อปี ขณะที่บ้านพักคนชราในไทยสามารถรองรับผู้สูงอายุได้เพียง 200 คนต่อปี สาเหตุนี้มาจากลูกผู้ใหญ่ไม่สามารถแ
Ceremony of Recognition Among Monks
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Ceremony of Recognition Among Monks
- The first image (top) shows two monks, one handing an award or plaque to the other, with other monks in the background. - The second image (bottom left) depicts a formal event with a seated monk in
…g a recognition of merit. The second image features a monk in front of a Buddha statue, symbolizing reverence, with women in white uniforms participating in supporting roles. The third image captures women eng…
Young People and the Lord Buddha
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Young People and the Lord Buddha
Chapter 28 Young People and the Lord Buddha In recent years, a new generation of young people has started to wonder why Buddhists highly regard the Lord Buddha to be the greatest sanctuary, although
In this chapter, 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…
Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
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Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
…lue of Life 305 Chapter 37 The Last Moment of a Father’s Life 313 Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence 321 Chapter 39 Blessing Our Descendants 329 Chapter 40 Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Prac…
This section explores vital aspects of family dynamics, including creating harmony, handling sibling conflicts, and instilling compassion in children toward vulnerable relatives. It further delves int
Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
…st importantly, they disrespect the practice of meditation for a peaceful mind. Even when they lack reverence for only part of the Triple Gem,' they become Internal Fools in Buddhism. None of them will ever ga…
…a. Internal Fools can undermine Buddhism by becoming unwitting tools for External Fools, as their irreverence prevents them from valuing and protecting their faith. Scrutinizing oneself is essential for true a…
Understanding Respect in Buddhism
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Understanding Respect in Buddhism
…e met the respected senior monk: He said, "Nowadays, monks do not behave well and do not deserve my reverence. So, I wish to pay respect to only the Lord Buddha and the Dhamma. My question is, "Can I not pay r…
The text illustrates the negative impact of generalizing about monks based on misconduct and emphasizes the importance of critical analysis as taught by the Buddha. It highlights a discussion between
The First Monk Ordained by the Buddha: Kondanna
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The First Monk Ordained by the Buddha: Kondanna
The first monk ordained by the Buddha personally, was Kondanna. He was the first of Lord Buddha's disciples, and Buddhism's first monk. He was ordained following Lord Buddha's first Sermon entitled th
…ng in higher ordination. The practices and rituals surrounding Buddhist ordination reflect the deep reverence within Buddhism for monastic life.
Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
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Overview of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in China
I will give a brief overview of the manuscripts that have been discovered and catalogued, an explanation of some current research projects, and I will discuss some of the problems that threaten China'
…ntial population, has a deep connection to Buddhism, reflected in their community practices and the reverence placed on their manuscripts. The government and local bodies are actively working to catalog and pr…
Invitation to the Buddha
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Invitation to the Buddha
The mother-in-law of Culasubhadha was very anxious to see the Buddha when she was told about him by her daughter-in-law. She even agreed to let Culasubhadha invite the Buddha for alms-food to their ho
…on, linking the lay community with the spiritual teachings of Buddhism. Ultimately, it reflects the reverence and significance of alms-giving in the Buddhist tradition.