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The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
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The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
… demerit. Unfavorable outcomes are the consequence of bad actions. This is the Law of Kamma. And in times of trouble, we can look for help, not in science, not in economics, and not in politics, but from g…
บทความนี้ศึกษาความแตกต่างระหว่างหัวใจทางกายภาพกับหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยยกตัวอย่างจากพระไตรปิฎกที่บอกถึงแนวคิดที่ไม่เป็นที่รู้จักในสมัยนั้น เช่น การมีจักรวาลมากกว่าหนึ่งจักรวาล และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุ
Observing the Five Precepts: A Path to Goodness
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Observing the Five Precepts: A Path to Goodness
… from us, we will not be able to survive. Even if we sumbuddhassa” three times. …
The text discusses the importance of the Five Precepts in Buddhism and shares a personal journey of learning to observe them. The author recounts a practice from their student days of making daily res
The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
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The Last Moment of a Father’s Life
…d me. Even though I know where he lives, I have never gone to see him. I have only called him a few times. His mind will be unmoved by worldly sufferings. He will also be able to find happiness both in th…
This chapter discusses the importance of caring for dying parents in Buddhism, shared through a lady's experience seeking advice from a senior monk. Her father's absence and the moral lessons highligh
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
…ther a Dhamma talk; bring him flowers, candles and incense to pay homage to the Lord Buddha three times a day. In the beginning, he may refuse your proposal. Be patient and keep talking; tell him to pra…
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes
The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
…lessing Many may not know that blessing descendants has been a tradition of Thai life since ancient times. It is a routine that a family practiced before going to sleep. Parents would bring their children …
คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร
Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
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Preparing for a Blessed Life: Insights from a Senior Monk
…oo late for elderly individuals who lack good deeds to develop virtue by chanting the ‘Itipiso’ 108 times or meditating all night. When children ask for our blessings the next morning, we will possess at l…
In this text, a senior monk shares insights on the importance of generosity and the practice of giving blessings. He emphasizes that those preparing for life's final chapter should cultivate good deed
Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
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Teaching Humility and Modesty Through Meditation
teaching ourselves humility and modesty. There may be times when an apology is required. Some difficulties are caused by our own carelessness, perhaps by damag…
This text emphasizes the importance of humility and modesty, particularly in instances where apologies might be necessary due to personal oversights. It highlights the significance of staying calm and
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
…way. In order to attain Buddhahood, a Bodhisatta must devote his life to virtue. In one of his lifetimes, he must meet a Buddha who would assure him of his future Buddhahood and inform him of the length o…
This text emphasizes the importance of donating Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, indi
The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Images
benefits in contributing for a Buddha image. We now understand why our ancestors focused on this moral contribution. My own grandmother understood the benefits of contributing a Buddha image, as she
…contributions, emphasizing the importance of these acts for both individuals and society. In modern times, many stray from virtuous actions, which can hinder future generations from understanding the value…
YUWA CAMP Evening Show and Farewell Ceremony
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YUWA CAMP Evening Show and Farewell Ceremony
… express their feelings and impressions of the camp to participants with whom they have shared good times throughout the camp and it involves mentors singing songs, saying farewell, doing the rite of wrist…
At YUWA CAMP, participants engaged in creative performances based on Buddha's stories, led by mentors who shared their insights. The final night was marked by a warm farewell ceremony where mentors ex
Experiences at YUWA CAMP
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Experiences at YUWA CAMP
… I even cried. I want YUWA CAMP to be as it is. Praew Ningnoi (Mai) I have been to YUWA CAMP three times already. I love to practice meditation, make prayer and play football with friends. That was fun. I…
At YUWA CAMP, members of the Yuwakalyanamitra club share their enriching experiences of meditation, friendship, and learning. They've found a supportive atmosphere conducive to meditation, enjoying th
Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…on opened a dialogue of sorts with both in 2007. The Iranian and U.S. ambassadors to Iraq met three times in Baghdad in the course of the year. Secretary of State Rice had a brief encounter with Syrian For…
This text discusses the lack of successful democratic revolutions in the Middle East, largely due to U.S. policies that have often led to sectarian division and the empowerment of Islamist groups. It
Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
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Iran's Strategic Influence in Post-Saddam Iraq
…s without leading to a complete breakdown of Iraq; and 3) investing in a wide array of diverse, sometimes competing Iraqi factions. As a result, Iran is so positioned that it can protect its interests unde…
This text discusses the significant changes in the balance of power in the Middle East following the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq and the subsequent rise of Iranian influence in the region. The removal o
The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
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The Complex Relationship Between the U.S. and Iran
…ressive style of President Ahmadinejad. In the past, however, even theocratic Iran has been open at times to making deals with the United States. It worked with the United States in the 1980s on the deal t…
This text explores the multifaceted relationship between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the challenges faced by U.S. military policy amidst high oil prices and ongoing conflicts. It discusses
The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
…in the opposition, taking a large portion of the Christian community with him. As had happened many times before, attempts at unity and independence in Lebanon were doomed by internal rivalries and poor le…
This text discusses the political dynamics in Lebanon following the Cedar Revolution, highlighting the division between the anti-Syrian March 14 coalition and the pro-Syrian March 8 forces. It outline
Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
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Discontent and Political Activism Among Shi’i Minorities
…activism—political opposition or violence? So far, resentment has only led to open violence several times in Bahrain and once in Saudi Arabia. In Lebanon, Shi’i discontent in the 1960s and 1970s led to lar…
The text examines the roots of resentment among Shi’i minorities in the Gulf and Lebanon, noting its implications for political activism. Discrimination and resentment have led to instances of violenc
Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
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Iran and Sunni Relations in the Middle East
…ation. In early 2007, Ali Larijani, then head of the Iranian National Security Council, met several times with Prince Bandar bin Sultan, his Saudi counterpart, to discuss a variety of concerns. In March 20…
The complexities of Iran's relationship with Sunni states underscore the ongoing challenges in Middle Eastern diplomacy. Iran seeks to be a leader in the region, supporting not only Shiite factions bu
About the Authors of Carnegie Endowment Publications
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About the Authors of Carnegie Endowment Publications
…Radio, and PBS NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, and has also written for the Washington Post, the New York Times, International Herald Tribune, and the New Republic. PAUL SALEM is the director of the Carnegie Mi…
This section highlights the contributions of key authors associated with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Marina Ottaway, a senior associate, leads the Democracy and Rule of Law Program
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Pali Commentaries
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Pali Commentaries
…e two commentators, Upasena and Buddhadatta141 are also Pali commentators who lived around the same times.142 Upasena agrees with Buddhagōsha in regard to his interpretations of dhammakāya as related to th…
The text discusses the interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya' by various Pali commentators, focusing on Upasena and Buddhadatta, who align with Buddhagōsha, and their views on the Buddha's qualities
Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
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Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
Buddhist Manuscripts in China: A Case Study of Theravāda Buddhist Manuscripts in Sipsong Panna (Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province, PRC) Joe Zhou Ya China, like many other countries in the world, is a c
…ving and promoting Theravāda teachings among the Dai population and their relevance in contemporary times. Further exploration reveals the deep roots and ongoing significance of Buddhist practices and beli…