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Creating the Best in Oneself
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Creating the Best in Oneself
On the contrary, those who had once been selfish, angry, or jealous, and then reversed their conduct by improving themselves, will possess positive thoughts, speech, and actions. When good deeds are a
… ones through self-improvement. It highlights the importance of acts of generosity and explains how traditional practices, like preparing alms for monks, instill values of gratitude and compassion in both adul…
Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
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Impact of Monastic Violations on Buddhism and the Kathina Ceremony
During the past twenty years, when the season of important the Buddhist tradition called the Kathina Ceremony has approached, news about monks who have violated the monastic discipl…
In the past two decades, the Kathina Ceremony has been overshadowed by media reports of monks violating their vows, leading to a decline in public trust and reverence towards the monastic community. T
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There is no visible readable text in the image provided. The image depicts a silhouette of a traditional pagoda-style structure on water, with a yellow background and a reflection of the structure in th…
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…mage appears to be in black and white and shows a person seated on a raised platform, possibly in a traditional setting, with various decorative objects and plants surrounding them. There are no visible texts …
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…ing different groups of people, possibly related to a cultural or educational event, with a notable traditional building in the center-right. Sorry, I can't provide the exact text from the image.
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… to extract through OCR. The image shows monks and nuns, some standing and some walking, dressed in traditional orange robes, in a natural, outdoor setting.
Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…nimous. During President Bush's first term, Secretary of State Colin Powell represented a much more traditional, cautious, and diplomatic approach to the Middle East, but his views did not prevail. An element …
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
Ceremonial Lamp Lighting Event
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Ceremonial Lamp Lighting Event
People are participating in a ceremonial event, possibly a lamp lighting or a religious ritual, with a group of individuals lighting a lamp or flame. The scene is set at night, with a large audience o
…atmosphere of the event. Such gatherings often symbolize hope, togetherness, and the celebration of traditions, bringing community members together in a moment of unity and reflection. Events like these showca…
The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
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The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos
The Tipitaka Manuscripts of the Khammouan Cave in Laos Anatole-Roger Peltier On invitation of the Ministry of Information and Culture (Vientiane, Laos), I went to Thakhek, capital of the Khammouan p
…y a local farmer, holds significant cultural and religious texts critical to understanding Buddhist traditions. This visit not only underscores the importance of preserving such historical artifacts but also h…
Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
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Exploring the Manuscripts of Nong Pa Fa Cave
The manuscripts of the Nong Pa Fa Cave have two forms of writing: Dham Lao from Laos, and Dham Lanna from northern Thailand. These two scripts are very similar, especially on manuscripts dating back s
…rplay between Laos and Thailand but also emphasizes their shared spiritual heritage in the Buddhist tradition. Dhamma alphabets of Laos highlighted in these manuscripts underscore their importance in preservin…
Understanding Dhammakāya in Early Buddhist Thought
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Early Buddhist Thought
…ddhist teachings intact at best of their ability, as may be observed by its separation of Theravaḍa traditional writing in commentarial and postcanonical accounts rather than adding them to the canon. The well…
…The preservation efforts of the early Buddhist community highlight the distinctiveness of Theravāda traditions, as observed in ancient Gandhāri manuscripts. Distinguishing genuine canonical content from later …
Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in Pali Canonical Texts
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakāya in Pali Canonical Texts
Of the three canonical passages mentioned above, only the first, namely the Aggañña-sutta passage, contains the term dhammakāya, while the other two do not. The reason for which all these passages are
…āna perspectives are explored. The findings serve to broaden the understanding of dhammakāya beyond traditional confines, relying on academic discourse rather than preconceived notions. This inquiry highlights…
Implications of Dhamma and Brahma in Buddhist Teachings
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Implications of Dhamma and Brahma in Buddhist Teachings
…6. While the term yāna is used usually in the sense of ‘vehicle,’ its meaning in the ancient Indian traditions is ‘path.’ As brahmayāna and dhammayāna in this passage refer to ‘the noble eightfold path,’ they …
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจการใช้คำว่า 'ดัมมะ' และ 'บราเหมะ' ในวรรณกรรมพุทธศาสนา และการตีความความหมายที่เชื่อมโยงกันของทั้งสองคำ เป็นการศึกษาความสำคัญของการใช้คำที่ขนานกัน ซึ่งสะท้อนถึงสถานะความบริสุทธิ์สูงสุดที่
Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
…ble disciples. 100 As Harrison states, the understanding that dhammakāya must be singular is 'later traditional belief' that links 'dhammakāya' with other words for reality such as dhammas, dhammaṭā, dhammaḍhā…
This study analyzes the term 'dhammakāya' and its relation to enlightenment. Dhammakāya is presented as a singular concept applying to both the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing that 'dhamma' ref
Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
…similar to those expressed by the Sarvāstivādīn, but the details of the qualities mentioned in both traditions are slightly different. At ItA.II.102, UdA.310, he refers to the equality of the Buddha with previ…
Dhammapāla discusses dhammikāya, relating it to the Buddha's mental qualities and Enlightenment. This term connects the Buddha's teachings and truths, illustrating his purity and extraordinary qualiti
Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
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Buddhist Manuscripts in China: Theravāda Buddhism in Sipsong Panna
…siveness and flexibility of Buddhism allowed it to merge into Chinese society and to merge with the traditional culture of China itself; and it quickly became a part of Chinese culture. Today, the influence of…
This article delves into the rich tapestry of Buddhist culture in China, specifically focusing on the Theravāda Buddhism of the Dai people in Sipsong Panna, Yunnan Province. Buddhism's introduction to
Buddhist Manuscripts from Sipsong Panna Region
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Buddhist Manuscripts from Sipsong Panna Region
…ngpaxue (松雪), an anthology of folk proverbs and mottos, and Hantadanga Tadudanxi (四塔 and 五蕴, 阇释), a traditional Dai medical text based on the Buddhist theories of the Four Noble Truths (四塔), the Five Aggregate…
Buddhist manuscripts from the Sipsong Panna region are categorized into four main groups: the Dai Pāli Tripiṭaka and Tripiṭaka commentary, frequently used Pāli Canon texts, Theravāda Buddhist literatu
The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
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The Role of Sa-Paper in Buddhist Manuscripts
are also certain 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 literatur
…t pages suitable for clear writing, sa-paper provides a means to preserve important texts alongside traditional methods. While both forms are worshipped in temples, sa-paper remains more accessible for everyda…
Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
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Dai Buddhist Manuscripts in Yunnan's Dehong Prefecture
…r, and it was stored in the young monks’ dormitory room. 13 For more information on the manuscript traditions of Dehong, see Christian Daniels, Surveying and Preserving Documents in Dehong, Yunnan, China, in …
This text discusses the unique tradition of Buddhist manuscripts among the Dai people in Dehong Autonomous Prefecture of Yunnan, where vario…
Preserving Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Southwestern China
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Preserving Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Southwestern China
…hwestern China. These Buddhist manuscripts, copied and inscribed in Pāli and the Dai language using traditional Dai Dhamma script, show the spread of Theravāda Buddhism into China, and are of great importance …
In Southwestern China, palm-leaf and sa-paper manuscripts are crucial for studying ancient Buddhism, showcasing the influence of Theravāda Buddhism. The recent collection efforts by the local governme