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4. Chanting and Meditating When the Buddha was alive, his disciples could listen to him preach and extol the virtues of the Dhamma everyday. However, after the Buddha passed away from this world, his

After the Buddha's passing, his disciples engaged in chanting and meditation to keep the teachings of Dhamma alive. Vatta involves chanting in homage to the Triple Gem: the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the

The Benefits of Chanting 1. Clarity of mind and mental focus while chanting 2. Promotion of a spirit of unity among those chanting 3. Helping to preserve tradition and to promote community spirit 4. H

Chanting offers numerous benefits including enhancing mental clarity and focus, fostering unity, and preserving the teachings of Lord Buddha. It can improve self-confidence and even aid in speech issu

Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa) Being reflective means being attentive to details. Such a quality is important for all of those who wish to progress in both the physical and spiritual world. If a person g

Reflection is a vital quality for success in physical and spiritual realms. One must be fully engaged in life to thrive. Lord Buddha emphasized the importance of the four basic needs: food, shelter, c

Since we live in the physical world, we tend to think of the four basic requisites only in physical terms, for example food. We often think only whether or not it is clean, tasty, nutritious or health

This text guides monks on how to perceive their basic requisites beyond physical terms like cleanliness and taste. It emphasizes being conscious and grateful, encouraging monks to accept only what the

Caring for Your Preceptor (upatthāka) Your preceptor is one whom you owe much. Your preceptor spends countless hours instructing you on the ways of the Dhamma tirelessly. You should express your grat

Caring for your preceptor is essential as they dedicate countless hours to your education in the Dhamma. Expressing gratitude by respecting and assisting them can yield significant personal benefits,

7. Management, Maintenance, and Exercise As a monk, you must learn to care for your personal effects, as well as temple property. You must understand the principles of efficiency, good organization,

As a monk, it is vital to understand the importance of caring for both personal and temple property. All items in the temple are seen as belonging to Lord Buddha, donated by individuals out of respect

8. Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines Dhamma has two meanings. First: it means that things are right and good, such as kindness and respect, tolerance and patience, avoidance of whining and impatience.

Dhamma has a dual meaning: it encompasses moral aspects like kindness and respect, as well as truths about life including birth, ageing, sickness, and death. This concept is grounded in the teachings

Dhamma Vinaya means, the wisdom and instruction contained in the Pali Canon of which there are two types. 1. One is the rules and code of conduct, Vinaya, which must be strictly refrained from, or el

Dhamma Vinaya encompasses the wisdom of the Pali Canon, highlighting two types: Vinaya, which entails strict rules of conduct for monks, and Dhamma, teaching beneficial practices that are not compulso

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

10. Behaviour Worthy of Respect A person worthy of homage and respect is a person who develops himself and succeeds in his desire to be ordained as a monk— in other words, he must successfully rid hi

A person demonstrating behaviour worthy of respect is one who pursues self-development and aspires to become a monk by eliminating mental defilements. The three main defilements are greed, hatred, and

Direct benefits. 1. For people who no longer suffer from desire or lust, and have become an Arahant, they will receive the benefits as follows: a. All of your old suffering from the past will disappea

Achieving Arahant status brings both direct and indirect benefits. Directly, individuals free from desire will see past suffering vanish, prevent future suffering, and embody good moral conduct, becom

ourselves of desire, establish inner peace, and be able to correct all the wrongful acts in our lives. 8. You will have strength, perseverance and courage to face life's obstacles. When you are firs

This text delves into the significance of cultivating inner peace and generosity in monastic life. When ordained, monks face challenges like uncertainty in food availability, pushing them towards rema

of worldly desires and sufferings, by virtue of: • Precepts which will cleanse your body and speech • Meditation which will cleanse your mind • Wisdom which will cleanse you of your bad habits, and he

This text outlines the transformative journey of a follower of Buddha, emphasizing how following precepts, engaging in meditation, and cultivating wisdom can cleanse one's body, speech, and mind. It h

Bibliography Devlin, Joseph. A Dictionary of Synonyms and Antonyms. 2d ed. New York: Popular Library Inc., 1961. Guralnik, David B. Webster’s New World Dictionary: Compact School and Office Edition.

This bibliography compiles crucial references for understanding Buddhism and language, featuring dictionaries such as 'Concise Pali-English Dictionary' and 'Webster’s New World Dictionary'. The works

About Praphavanaviryakhun (Phra Phadet Dattajevo) Monastic Titles Member of the Royal Order (Ordinary Level) with the title 'Praphavanaviryakhun' Name and Dhamma Name Phadet Dattajevo Born 21 Decem

Phra Phadet Dattajevo, honored with the monastic title Praphavanaviryakhun, was born on December 21, 1940, in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. He was ordained on December 19, 1971, at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen,

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

By deepening our meditation until our mind comes to a standstill we can unlock the potential and unused ability within. We maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness for ourselves bringing conte

Through deep meditation, we can tap into our untapped abilities and maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness, enriching our lives in ways other techniques can’t. This guide introduces the effec

4. Feel that your body is empty space, without organs, muscles or tissues. Gently and contentedly rest your attention at a point near to the seventh base of the mind – at the center of the body. Whate

This text provides practical guidance on meditation techniques aimed at achieving a state of inner calm and heightened awareness. It suggests visualizing a crystal ball at the center of the body and u

The Dhammakaya Foundation & its principal overseas centres If you would like to learn the meditation, Please come to visit the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center near your home. Dhammakaya F

The Dhammakaya Foundation offers meditation training at its local and international centers. Established in Thailand and globally, the foundation provides qualified teachers to help individuals enhanc

BELGIUM International Dhammakaya Genootschap van Belgie Bisschoppenhoflaan 216/1, 2100 Deurne-Antwerpen, BELGIUM Tel. (+32-3) 264-577 Fax. (+32-3) 326-4577 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dham

Discover the various Dhammakaya centers established in Europe and Hong Kong. In Belgium, the Dhammakaya Genootschap is located in Deurne-Antwerpen. The UK centers are situated in London and Manchester