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The journal begins with Anatole-Roger Peltier's article on his investigations of a wooden chest containing palm-leaf manuscripts that were recently discovered in a cave in the Khammouan province of La

…ew insights from the Apadāna discourses, showing the term's deeper meanings and its implications in understanding the Buddha's teachings. The analysis adds significant knowledge to the discourse surrounding dhamma…

JDIRI Contents The Most Venerable Phrathepyanmahami (Luang Phaw Dhammajayo) *Homily* I Garry W. Trompf Emeritus Professor in the History of Ideas

… and Dr. Joe Zhou Ya provide in-depth perspectives on these topics. The contributions aim to enrich understanding of Buddhist texts and their historical context, highlighting the importance of these manuscripts in…

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

…covered in April 2004 by 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 a…

The Buddha images and the wooden box of manuscripts were probably brought to the Nong Pa Fa Cave before or during the Siamese-Lao war (1826-1828 AD), almost 200 years ago. Most of the manuscripts are

…i languages and literature in Mainland Southeast Asia. His insights contribute significantly to the understanding of the cultural history surrounding these artifacts. For more information, visit dmc.tv.

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

…written between the years 931-989 Culla Era and include texts such as Pāli Mahāvagga and Ekanipata. Understanding these writings not only sheds light on the rich cultural interplay between Laos and Thailand but al…

The Nong Pa Fa Cave manuscripts are quite old and one of them dates back to 2112 BE (1569 CE), or 441 years, which is extremely rare for a palm-leaf manuscript. The oldest manuscript, however, is kept

… a copy of the Parivāra and reveal the cultural ties between Lan Xang and Lanna. They are vital for understanding the Tipiṭaka and Early Buddhism in the region. More insights can be found at dmc.tv.

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

…of the Pali texts, further contributing to the ongoing discourse on Buddhist philosophy. For deeper understanding, refer to dmc.tv.

IV. Reference 1: Dhammakāya as the Tathāgata’s Designation The first Pali reference to the term dhammakāya that is well known to all previous works is a passage in the Aggañña-sutta, wherein the term

… The conversation between the Buddha and novices Väsetṭha and Bhāradvāja provides insights into the understanding of dhamma and the spiritual lineage of the Tathāgata. It highlights variations in manuscript editio…

Gombrich, while differently translating the term in this passage as a bahubbiha compound 'dhamma-bodied,' similarly interprets it as an indication that the Buddha's true import is due to 'his teaching

…rpretations of 'dhammakāya' across different scholars in the Pāli tradition, reflecting the nuanced understanding of the Buddha's essence and teachings. More information can be found at dmc.tv.

In brief, contemporary academics refer to the term dhammakāya in the Aṅgāṇā-sutta either as a noun or an adjective. As a noun, the term is interpreted mostly as the Buddha’s teachings collected togeth

… Buddha and the nature of the Tathāgata, emphasizing that true enlightenment is attained through an understanding of these profound teachings.

Points to Consider It may be observed that the difference in previous scholarly interpretations of the term dhammakāya in this passage mainly pertains to the inter-relatedness of two distinctive meani

… delves into scholarly interpretations of the term 'dhammakāya', emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of 'dhamma' as both a realized reality and a verbal expression. It identifies three interconnected …

Saddhā: Criterion of being the Tathāgata's Son The first point to be looked at is the criterion of being the Buddha’s ‘true son’ which is, in this passage, defined by means of his irremovable confiden

…t. The passage highlights the spiritual achievement of a Stream-enterer, illustrating this profound understanding and commitment to the teachings of the Buddha. For more on Buddhist teachings, explore dmc.tv.

Vin.II.192, A.IV.186, 210, 213 Just as a piece of clean cloth that is deprived of dirt would well-absorb the dye, the pure and clear eye of dhamma (dhammacakku) arose to the man, on that current seat

…confidence in the teachings, establishing themselves as Stream-enterers on the Holy Eightfold Path. Understanding their state aids in recognizing genuine practitioners of Buddhism, as opposed to mere claimants. Fu…

…hout other preparatory activities, it can be explained that, during the time of their listening and understanding of the discourse, their mental qualities have been gradually purified and thus prepared. All their …

This content discusses the process of spiritual attainment through dhamma, emphasizing four key activities that lead to the emergence of noble qualities. It highlights how listening to the Buddha's te

No. | Brahmins (D.III.81) | Noble Disciples (D.III.84) | Implied Parallel ---|------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------ 1. | Brahma's children | Tathägata's sons |

…allow for deeper exploration of their roles in spiritual philosophy over time, opening pathways for understanding the significance of these two groups in religious contexts.

1. The Tathāgata and Brahmā,48 the creator god 2. The Tathāgata's mouth (verbal teaching) & Brahmā mouth. 3. The dhamma and Brahmā, the creator god; or The dhamma and Brahman, the ultimate reality. I

… to how 'dhamma' is referred to in Buddhist and Brahmanical contexts, emphasizing the importance of understanding these distinctions in Buddhist philosophy. Notably, 'Brahmā' refers specifically to the creator god…

In the case that 'brahma-' refers to the neuter 'brahman' In the other case in which the term brahma- is translated as 'brahman'63 the ultimate,64 the third parallel65 suggests that the term dhamma in

…disciples. The discussion references various scholars' insights, indicating a scholarly approach to understanding these concepts within Buddhist philosophy. It concludes that the ‘body’ of the Tathāgata encapsulat…

…cations from the parallel usage of the term 'dhamma' and 'brahma' elsewhere, for it may add further understanding to the present conclusion regarding the four designations of the Buddha. Implications from Paralle…

เนื้อหานี้สำรวจการใช้คำว่า 'ดัมมะ' และ 'บราเหมะ' ในวรรณกรรมพุทธศาสนา และการตีความความหมายที่เชื่อมโยงกันของทั้งสองคำ เป็นการศึกษาความสำคัญของการใช้คำที่ขนานกัน ซึ่งสะท้อนถึงสถานะความบริสุทธิ์สูงสุดที่

Functionally, however, both terms seem to imply a different relationship between individual members and the ‘totality’ of the whole ‘body’ or ‘collection.’ As a ‘body,’ the ‘totality’ of the whole org

…amma and serves as the creator of noble disciples who inherit this dhamma. This establishes a clear understanding of the functional aspect of these terms and their implications in spiritual development.

The parallel usage of dhammakāya and dhammabhūta with brahmakāya and brahmmabhūta suggests further that the term dhamma in the passage should refer to Nibbāna. Indeed, it is possible also to say that

…ties that collectively influence the elimination of defilements. The text illustrates a spectrum of understanding the four noble truths across different levels of realization, asserting that the journey from Strea…