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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
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The Importance of Good Deeds in Temple Life
76. WHAT YOU DO, YOU GET Those of you who take residence at the temple have given up your worldly attachments for the opportunity to be here. Since you have already given up so much, you should make y
In temple residency, individuals sacrifice worldly attachments for spiritual growth. It’s imperative to embrace every chore and task as a responsibility. Ignoring duties undermines the merit gained, w
Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
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Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
AN AMAZING WOMAN With two bare hands and a mere savings of 3,200 Baht (equivalent to US$160 at that time), Khun Yai managed to build the Dhammakaya Temple of Thailand, the biggest Buddhist temple in
Khun Yai, with just 3,200 Baht, constructed the Dhammakaya Temple, the world's largest Buddhist temple, embodying extraordinary mental powers and wisdom. Despite her lack of formal education, she insp
The Importance of Responsibility in Monastic Life
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The Importance of Responsibility in Monastic Life
this all could have been avoided if you have the inclination to fix problems when they occur, rather than procrastinating. How can we avoid all these problems? When you become a monk you should yourse
This text discusses the importance of addressing problems promptly and the responsibilities of a monk, which include various temple duties. By being aware of what needs to be done and acting on it, mo
Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
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Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
9. Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility Temple property means anything that has been donated to, or built for in the name of religion. Every monk in the temple must co-operate to help care
วัดเป็นสถานที่สำคัญที่เกี่ยวข้องกับศาสนาและการบริจาคของสังคม การดูแลรักษาทรัพย์สินของวัดเป็นเรื่องที่ทุกพระสงฆ์ต้องร่วมมือกัน หากวัดไม่ได้รับการดูแล อาจทำให้ฝ่ายเลย์ไม่เกิดกระแสการบริจาคเพื่อทำบุญอีกต
The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
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The Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna
III The Problem of the Imminent Extinction of Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna Buddhism in Sipsong Panna is characterised by its manuscript culture. However, today the number of the palm-leaf m
This text discusses the worrying decline of palm-leaf manuscripts in Sipsong Panna, where Buddhist manuscript culture is rich but facing imminent extinction. Key reasons include the autonomous nature
Volunteer Opportunities in Buddhist Activities
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Volunteer Opportunities in Buddhist Activities
Volunteer s for Buddhist Work Project Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has created many activities to provide opportunities for younger people to come into closer touch with Buddhism at the temple, especially o
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has initiated various activities to engage younger generations with Buddhism, particularly during significant religious occasions. The dedication of around 10,000 volunteers, pri
World's Largest Meditation Center
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World's Largest Meditation Center
The temple is one of the world's largest meditation centers, covering about 1,000 acres. Funded by public donations, the temple is a non-profit organization that provides meditation lessons to the int
The temple is one of the largest meditation centers globally, spanning 1,000 acres and funded by public donations. As a non-profit organization, it offers meditation lessons to individuals in Thailand
Journey to Joy: The Evolution of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Journey to Joy: The Evolution of Dhammakaya Meditation
Journey to Joy 32 32 knowledge of the Dhammakaya Meditation grew and the number of people coming to the temple expanded. Meditation first took place under trees, then later under tents. When the numbe
The journey of Dhammakaya Meditation saw a remarkable increase in practitioners at the temple, necessitating various expansions. Initially, meditation occurred under trees and tents, but as attendance
Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Life Dedicated to Dhamma
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Life Dedicated to Dhamma
About Luang Por Dhammajayo L uang Por Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has been a self-taught Buddhist since ch
Luang Por Dhammajayo was born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand. A self-taught Buddhist, he graduated with a degree in Economics from Kasetsart University in 1969 and was ordained that same yea
Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Enlightenment
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Luang Por Dhammajayo: A Journey of Enlightenment
About Luang Por Dhammajayo Luang Por Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has followed and been self-educated in Bu
Luang Por Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi Province, Thailand, has been a dedicated follower of Buddhism since childhood. He earned a degree in Economics and was ordained in 1969 at Wat
The Kathina Ceremony and Abbot Dhammajayo's Teachings
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The Kathina Ceremony and Abbot Dhammajayo's Teachings
Background worldview, so they researched the Buddhist countries and found a prominent organization that has become internationally successful in spreading the wisdom of Buddhism. The team asked for pe
This text covers the Kathina ceremony held at Dhammakaya temple on November 5, 2006, where an interview with Abbot Dhammajayo took place. The abbot shared insights on Buddhism and meditation practices
Buddhism and Meditation Insights from Dhammakaya Temple
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Buddhism and Meditation Insights from Dhammakaya Temple
Background worldview, so they researched the Buddhist countries and found a prominent organization that has become internationally successful in spreading the wisdom of Buddhism. The team asked for pe
In November 2006, a team interviewed Luang Phaw Dhammajayo at Dhammakaya temple during the sacred Kathina ceremony. The event highlighted Buddhist practices and featured teachings on meditation. The p
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey of Buddhist Leadership
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey of Buddhist Leadership
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has followed and been self-educated in Buddhism since his childhood
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, is a distinguished Buddhist monk and the founder of Dhammakaya Temple. After earning his Economics degree from Kasetsart Universit
Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
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Realities of the New Middle East: The Two-State Solution
REALITIES OF THE NEW MIDDLE EAST 15 tion of the international consensus, obscures a deeper problem: realities on the ground have already destroyed much of the viability of the two-state solution. The
The viability of the two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is increasingly in question due to the weakened Palestinian leadership and diminishing trust between Palestinians and Israel
Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
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Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
A new policy toward Syria also needs to recognize the country for what it is: a small country without massive ambitions or ideological crusades, trying to maintain some role in the region. The confron
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It furth
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey in Buddhism
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Journey in Buddhism
About Luang Phaw Dhammajayo Luang Phaw Dhammajayo (The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu) was born in Singburi Province, Central Thailand, on April 22, 1944. He has followed and been self-educated in
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, born on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, was ordained in 1969 and became the abbot of Dhammakaya Temple, which he developed into a major meditation center. He is the found
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie
When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The S
Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
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Venerable Dhammajayo: A Pioneer of Buddhist Meditation
Nun Chand Khonnokyoong). She was one of the most respected Buddhist Meditation teachers at that time. Later on, Chaibul was ordained at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen on the 27 August 1969. After six years o
Venerable Dhammajayo, a notable Buddhist meditation teacher, was ordained at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1969. Under the guidance of Phramongkolthepmuni, he developed the Dhammakaya School of meditatio
Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
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Exploring Spiritual Imagery and Meditation
1. (Images of Buddha, meditation, natural scenes, and traditional textiles) 2. (Images of women interacting, people at a temple, and group discussions) 3. (Black and white images of planets or moons,
This content presents a compilation of images symbolizing spirituality and meditation, encompassing depictions of the Buddha, natural settings, and traditional textiles. It features women engaging in
YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
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YUWA CAMP Final Orientation and Awards
Final orientation Before the camp discharges, YUWA CAMP participants attend the final orientation during which they are exhorted by priest instructors into behave themselves at home as they were train
Before concluding the YUWA CAMP, participants receive a final orientation emphasizing their behavior at home consistent with training. They are encouraged to connect with priest instructors and mentor