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The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
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The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
…in exceptions to this. For example, Buddhist scriptures that are chanted daily are always copied on sa-paper manuscript for the convenience of page turning and reading. Secular literature, especially literatu…
Sa-paper, made by local artisans, serves as a practical alternative for copying both Buddhist and secular te…
Preservation of Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Preservation of Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
…ost of the Dai Buddhist manuscripts in Sipsong Panna are made from the leaves of the palm tree, and sa-paper.4 More than 400 copies in total have been collected from different locations. Of these, 152 are pal…
… mainly concentrated in Yunnan's Xishuangbanna. This article also highlights the distinctiveness of sa-paper, made from the sa tree pulp.
Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
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Preservation of Palm-Leaf Scriptures in Dai Buddhism
…y on the less expensive Chinese paper. The donation of a Buddhist text printed on Chinese paper or sa-paper costs only a few Renimbi, while the donation of a traditionally inscribed palm-leaf manuscript ca…
…ditional palm-leaf scriptures in favor of more accessible and readable texts printed on Chinese and sa-paper. Reasons include cost, legibility, and the diminishing ability of the Dai people to read traditiona…
Forms of Sa-Paper Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Forms of Sa-Paper Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
There are three forms of sa-paper manuscripts in the Sipsong Panna region. The first is the most common "ordinary wide-breadth manusc…
In the Sipsong Panna region, there are three main forms of sa-paper manuscripts. The first, the ordinary wide-breadth manuscript, measures about 18cm x 25cm and has 14…
Garudhamma 8: Exploring Gender Issues in Buddhism
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Garudhamma 8: Exploring Gender Issues in Buddhism
Garudhamma 8 What did the Lord Buddha Establish? Wilaiporn SUCHARITTHAMMAKUL Abstract This paper deals with the Buddhist outlook on gender issues. Contemporary feminists have extrapolated moder
This paper examines the Buddhist perspective on gender issues, particularly the eight garudhamma, which have been contested in modern debates around gender equality. It investigates whether these teac
Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
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Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
…stored there. Palm-leaf manuscripts are rare in the Dehong area, and most manuscripts are made from sa-paper and Chinese paper. The script used to write these manuscripts is also different.13 The Buddhist ma…
…utonomous Prefecture of Yunnan, where various types of manuscripts are produced. Most texts utilize sa-paper or Chinese paper, and the script varies. Manuscripts reflect the rich cultural practices of the Dai…
Garudhamma 8 and Gender Equality in Early Buddhism
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Garudhamma 8 and Gender Equality in Early Buddhism
Abstract: Garudhamma 8, What did the Lord Buddha Establish? by Wilaiporn SUCHARITTHAMMAKUL This paper deals with the Buddhist outlook on gender issues. Contemporary feminists have extrapolated moder
This paper investigates the debate surrounding the eight garudhamma and their perceived authenticity in Buddha's teachings, analyzing gender equality in early Buddhism. It reviews claims challenging t
Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
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Buddhist Manuscript Formats in Dai Region
…f Weixiandala (维先达膩) collected by my Research Center, is a 5-line-format manuscript. The formats of sa-paper manuscripts are varied. Manuscript pages may have 14,15,16,17,19,20,21 lines depending on the size …
Volume 98 Khuddaka-nikāya and Volume 99 Majjhima-nikāya are primarily in 5-6 line formats, while Volume 100 Digha-nikāya is formatted with 4-5 lines per page. The jäṭaka Wexiandala represents a key Bu
Exploration of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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Exploration of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
…ures which were compiled, translated and published on the basis of recently collected palm-leaf and sa-paper manuscripts, volume 98 of the Hinayana Agama contains only three books: the Sutra Collection (经典), …
…s Theravāda Buddhist manuscripts from Sipsong Panna, primarily distinguishing between Palm-Leaf and sa-paper manuscripts. Historically, key Buddhist texts were often documented on palm leaves, which are still…
The Ascension of King Aśoka and Historical Date Analysis
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The Ascension of King Aśoka and Historical Date Analysis
This information was drawn from the Purāṇa’s text, indicating a total of 49 years (317 B.C. + 49 years = 268 B.C.). A review of the Purāṇa’s text shows that it is highly inconsistent and self-contrad
This paper reviews the inconsistencies in the Purāṇa’s text, focusing on King Aśoka's ascension to the throne. By examining three key factors - the reign of five Greek kings noted in Aśoka's Rock Edic
Reinterpreting Dhammarāya in the Pali Canon
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Reinterpreting Dhammarāya in the Pali Canon
Most of them refer only to the Aggañña-sutta passage, 4 missing out the three Apadāna references. 5 The reason could be either that the scholars concerned have taken the aforementioned text as represe
This paper examines the overlooked references to dhammarāya in the Pali canon, emphasizing a context not previously presented. It critiques the tendency to categorize texts strictly as ‘early Buddhism
Dancing with Angels: A Journey of Feelings
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Dancing with Angels: A Journey of Feelings
Wisdom without words but with feelings. This was a strange but absolutely unforgettable experience. I stayed as long as I could in this place but I had to go back because I was not sure if I had died.
This text shares a unique and transformative experience of feeling at home in a mystical place, reflecting on the profound impact of meditation and the emotions tied to a significant event titled 'The
Engaging Activities for Children
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Engaging Activities for Children
The image contains three photographs with children engaged in different activities: Top left: Four children sitting on a treehouse platform, holding up colored paper or cards, smiling and looking che
This collection of images showcases joyful moments among children participating in various activities. The top image features four cheerful children on a treehouse platform, expressing creativity with
Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon
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Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon
Dhamma-kāya in the Pali Canon¹ Chanida Jantrasrisalai I. Why ‘Dhamma-kāya’ in the ‘Pali Canon’? The term dhamma-kāya/dharmakāya appears in Buddhist literature of different schools. Previous scholars
The study investigates the term dhamma-kāya as presented in the Pali Canon, aiming to provide a comprehensive analysis that has been overlooked in previous studies. While many references have been mad
Preserving Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Southwestern China
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Preserving Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Southwestern China
Conclusion Numerous palm-leaf and sa-paper manuscripts exist in the Dai regions in Southwestern China. These Buddhist manuscripts, copied and …
In Southwestern China, palm-leaf and sa-paper manuscripts are crucial for studying ancient Buddhism, showcasing the influence of Theravāda Buddhi…
The Influence of An Shigao on Mindfulness Breathing Meditation in Eastern Han China
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The Influence of An Shigao on Mindfulness Breathing Meditation in Eastern Han China
In this paper I explore the connections between An Shigao and the introduction of the Indian Buddhist meditation technique of mindfulness breathing meditation, or ānāpānasmṛti, into Eastern Han China.
This paper examines An Shigao's role in introducing the Indian mindfulness breathing meditation technique, ānāpānasmṛti, into Eastern Han China. The phrase「息中具有四大。 而心在中」suggests that the mind should f
Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
inner body has a mind in its own existence. The mind - the Dhamma - is like looking at ourselves in a dream within a dream within a dream. Each dream body has its own mind. In meditation, we must look
The inner body possesses its own mind, likening it to layered dreams. Meditation requires introspection; focusing inward cultivates true peace. Luang Por discusses the nature of dreams, highlighting c
Influence of Lokappadīpakāsāra on Pāli Buddhism
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Influence of Lokappadīpakāsāra on Pāli Buddhism
Abstract: **Influence of Lokappadīpakāsāra** on the Pāli Buddhism in Later Period: Based on Quotations of the *Lokappadīpakāsāra* in the *Cakkavaḷadīpaṇi* and *Lokaśaṅṭhānājotaratanagaṇṭhī* by
This study examines the significant influence of the Lokappadīpakāsāra, a 14th-century text, on two later Pāli texts: the Cakkavaḷadīpaṇi and Lokaśaṅṭhānājotaratanagaṇṭhī, both dating from the 16th to
The Role of Garudhamma in Buddhist Nuns' Conduct
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The Role of Garudhamma in Buddhist Nuns' Conduct
a misplaced doubt about the rule that a nun must be given advice (ovāda) and pointed out her bad behaviors (pavāraṇā) by a monk. Based on the evidence in the Pāli canon, I make a clearer definition an
This paper examines the role of garudhamma in guiding the conduct of Buddhist nuns, highlighting their importance as norms rather than customs. It discusses the issues raised by a monk regarding advic
สันติภาพเพื่อชาวแอฟริกา: โครงการ Peace for Africa
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สันติภาพเพื่อชาวแอฟริกา: โครงการ Peace for Africa
แน่นอนว่า หลังจากที่สื่อยักษ์ใหญ่ลงข่าวนี้ ทำให้โครงการ Peace for Africa และผู้สถาปนา โครงการ คือ พระเดชพระคุณพระราชภาวนาวิสุทธิ์ (หลวงพ่อธัมมชโย) เริ่มเป็นที่สนใจและกล่าวขานถึง อย่างกว้างขวางในหมู่ชา
โครงการ Peace for Africa ซึ่งก่อตั้งโดยพระเดชพระคุณพระราชภาวนาวิสุทธิ์ มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อสร้างสันติภาพในระดับโลก โดยเฉพาะที่แอฟริกาใต้ ที่ได้มีการจัดงานกิจกรรมซึ่งรวมผู้คนจำนวนมากในพิธีเปิดตัวเมื่อไม