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Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
Tipitaka (Skt, Tripitaka): Buddhist scripture. Tipitaka means the Three Baskets. They consist of the Basket of Discipline (Vinaya Pitaka) – rules and regulations of the Order of monks and nuns; the Ba
Tipitaka, or Tripitaka, consists of three main sections: Vinaya Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka, and Abhidhamma Pitaka, covering monks' rules, discourses on various human concerns, and psychological aspects of B
Temple Cleaning Practices Among Monks
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Temple Cleaning Practices Among Monks
2. Temple Cleaning Once monks have returned from seeking alms and have finished their meal, their next duty is to sweep the temple grounds. They should sweep from the main chapel, all the way to thei
After returning from alms and meals, monks sweep the temple grounds, emphasizing cleanliness as part of their daily duties. This practice reflects essential Buddhist principles: avoiding evil deeds, p
Dhamma Principles for Various Aspects of Life
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Dhamma Principles for Various Aspects of Life
2) Dhamma for Education : - Respecting One's Teacher. 3) Dhamma for Marriage : - Jataka Stories on Women (Itthi) 4) Dhamma for General Management : - A Buddhist Way to Overcome Obstacles. - Good Emp
This text elaborates on Dhamma teachings applied to various life aspects including education with respect to teachers, marriage illustrated through Jataka stories of women, and management strategies e
Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
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Wisdom in Meditation and Silence
60. I CHERISH MEDITATION During the time I attended Luang Por's super advanced meditation workshop at Paknam, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to se
In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo
The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
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The Importance of Merit in Achieving Success
78. CALL UPON MERIT FOR HELP All good work takes good planning. When I built the Buddhad­hakka Center, I had to plan everything very carefully. I knew building an alms house (reformatory) at the Buddh
This passage discusses the significance of merit in achieving success, specifically in the context of building a temple and an alms house at the Buddhadhakka Center. Drawing inspiration from the Most
Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
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Good Deeds and the Path to Merit
97. DO ONLY GOOD DEEDS Build only good kamma. End all evils in this lifetime, so only good kamma will be ours in future lifetimes. We are still subject to rebirth because of the defilements we car
เนื้อหานี้พูดถึงการกระทำความดีและการสะสมบุญเพื่อการเกิดใหม่ที่ดีในอนาคต การทำความดีและการช่วยทำความสะอาดวัดไม่เพียงแต่เป็นการสร้างบุญ แต่ยังทำให้เราได้เข้าสู่สวรรค์ในระดับที่สูงขึ้น บทความยังได้กล่าวถ
Old Merit, New Merit
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Old Merit, New Merit
100. OLD MERIT, NEW MERIT I have pity for both the rich and the poor. Rich people are well off because they have “old” merit from their past lives to support them. However, if they don’t produce “new”
This text discusses the concept of merit, highlighting the importance of accumulating both old and new merit for future lives. It emphasizes that while rich people benefit from old merit, they risk fa
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s Meditation Societies We welcome you to meditate for peace at our meditation societies located worldwide: Dhammakaya Temple 23/2 Mu 7, Khlong Sam, Khlong Luang Pathum Thani 12
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo’s meditation societies invite you to join in collective meditation practices aimed at promoting peace worldwide. Located in various countries, our main temple is at Dhammakaya Te
The Spirit of Leadership and Perseverance
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The Spirit of Leadership and Perseverance
139. THE SPEED OF THE CAPTAIN IS THE SPEED OF THE CREW Whatever you do, do it seriously without any laxity. A leader who does things nonchalantly will have subordinates who are also nonchalant. If a l
This text emphasizes that a leader's attitude directly influences their subordinates. A serious and diligent leader inspires the same qualities in their team. It encourages a fight against laziness, s
The Groundbreaking of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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The Groundbreaking of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
On Magha Puja Day the 23rd February 1970 (2513 B.E.) was the ground breaking day in the construction of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. The construction budget was only 3,200 baht along with 80 acres of land whi
On Magha Puja Day, February 23, 1970, the construction of Wat Phra Dhammakaya began with a budget of 3,200 baht and 80 acres donated by Khun Ying Prayad Phaetayapongsa-Visuddhadhibodi. The constructio
World's Largest Meditation Temple
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World's Largest Meditation Temple
The temple organizes several mass meditation events each year, including on the Earth Day or 22 April. All the events are open to all peace lovers and anyone who is interested in meditation. *Decorate
The temple holds various mass meditation events throughout the year, welcoming everyone interested in meditation and peace. Notably, it celebrates Earth Day on April 22. The temple is adorned with 300
Inner Peace and Happiness at Dhammakaya Temple
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Inner Peace and Happiness at Dhammakaya Temple
Since its establishment in 1970, the temple has been promoting the concept that true happiness comes from within, that attaining inner peace as an individual is prerequisite to world peace arising. an
Established in 1970, Dhammakaya Temple advocates that true happiness stems from within. It posits that achieving inner peace is essential for global harmony, emphasizing that to resolve external confl
Monastic vs. Secular Life
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Monastic vs. Secular Life
Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica Luang Por 26 wealth to a certain degree, but it will never buy true happiness and the highest satisfaction in life for us. Prince Siddharta, as an example, rejected hi
เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับการเปรียบเทียบระหว่างชีวิตทางศาสนากับชีวิตทางโลก โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในมุมมองของพระโสดาบันและความคิดของเจ้าชายสิทธัตถะซึ่งละทิ้งความมั่งคั่งเพื่อค้นหาความสุขที่แท้จริงจากการปฏิบัติธรรม กา
Luang Por Dhammajayo: Spiritual Leader of Dhammakaya Temple
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: Spiritual Leader of Dhammakaya Temple
176 LUANG POR DHAMMAJAYO VENERABLE DHAMMAJAYO BHIKKHU b. 1944 Luang Por Dhammajayo is the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation in Thailand. He was born Chaibul Sut
Luang Por Dhammajayo, born Chaibul Sutthipol on April 22, 1944, is a significant figure in Thai Buddhism as the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple and the president of the Dhammakaya Foundation. He began his
Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
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Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in thi
The text discusses the significance of meditation in achieving a peaceful mind, which allows individuals to see their true nature. It emphasizes the role of monks in teaching meditation and Dhamma to
Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
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Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
Chapter 42 Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples In October 1998, an important Buddhist event occurred in Thailand. News had been published about the Dhammakaya Temple. I remember when the Thai eco
ในเดือนตุลาคม 1998 เกิดขึ้นในไทยเหตุการณ์ทางพุทธศาสนาที่สำคัญ วัดธรรมกายที่มีพื้นที่มากกว่า 3,200,000 ตารางเมตรเผชิญกับการโจมตีจากสื่อโดยเฉพาะในช่วงเวลาที่เศรษฐกิจไทยเสื่อมถอย แต่กลับไม่สูญพันธุ์ตามที
Celebration of Vesak Day Amid Pandemic
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Celebration of Vesak Day Amid Pandemic
Devotees gather via Zoom during Vesak Day, an annual celebration of Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death. More photos: reut.rs/3tfn5t7 @Akhil_P Celebrating Buddha's birthday during COVID Buddhist
On May 29, 2021, celebrations for Vesak Day took place with Buddhist monks and devotees joining both in person and via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Monks at Wat Dhammakaya Temple in Rangsit, Tha
The Roads That Lead to Ruin
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The Roads That Lead to Ruin
We have learned about the roads leading to ruin numerous times, but we have never implemented the principles to avoid them into our daily lives. When we suffer, we blame society or someone else. Luang
Luang Phaw, facing personal conflicts and financial irresponsibility, learns from Khun Yay that merit-making alone isn't enough without being mindful of spending habits. Through a meaningful discussio
Monastic vs Secular Life: Finding True Happiness
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Monastic vs Secular Life: Finding True Happiness
Monastic v.s Secular Life Monica happiness and the highest satisfaction in life for us. Prince Siddharta, as an example, rejected his excess royal wealth because he foresaw that they provided limited
This text discusses the journey towards true happiness and satisfaction in life, contrasting monastic life represented by Prince Siddharta, who renounced royal wealth for enlightenment, with secular l
Understanding Compatibility in Marriage
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Understanding Compatibility in Marriage
sight, but now they 'fight at first sight'. They quarrel everyday, bringing out the worst in each other. Type 2 - Mr Angel marrying Ms Ogress The husband is a 'prince charming', but the wife is an 'ug
This text discusses different types of marital relationships and how behaviors impact happiness. It categorizes couples into four types: fighting pairs, unmatchable types, abusive dynamics, and harmon