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Check out Dhamma Dana, buy a DVD for a good cause!
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Filmed on a 26-day special permission visa from the Burmese government and Ministry of Religious Affairs in 2008, this 30-minute award winning documentary introduces the Theravada philosophy of monastic life while visiting monasteries, meditation ...
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This is a group for all the Zen Buddhists or interested in Zen Buddhism.
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Lin De Ming updated their profile
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catherine gaspard added a discussion
I believe morality is the basis of buddhism. Unfortunately too many people find this boring and aim for high teachings immediately. I personally feel that trying to live by the 5 precepts is the most important thing to do. I find that these days ...
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catherine gaspard

very controversial topic - petition

I believe morality is the basis of buddhism. Unfortunately too many people find this boring and aim for high teachings immediately. I personally feel that trying to live by the 5 precepts is the mo...

Started by catherine gaspard in Website Feedback Nov 7.

OH TEIK BIN

A Deva Asks...

A Deva Asks... A Power Point Presentation of Comic Strips. Questions put by a Deva to the Buddha. Life Lessons for us to reflect upon to grow in Compassion and Wisdom.

Tagged: reflection, wisdom, Life, Lessons, compassion

Started by OH TEIK BIN in General Oct 28.

OH TEIK BIN

What is a good Buddhist 5 Replies

Please see attached File for some Dhamma Food for thought. May you be well and happy! With Metta, Bro. Oh Teik Bin

Tagged: reflection, Dhamma, Buddhist, pbhp

Started by OH TEIK BIN in General. Last reply by OH TEIK BIN Oct 24.

shodo

Ordaining, why is it so difficult? 2 Replies

I have practiced in a number of "styles" and lean towards Zen. However, I wonder why it takes years to ordain when, if correct, the Buddha ordained people without years of 'training.' Other than s...

Started by shodo in Website Feedback. Last reply by Ven. SA Dhammananda Oct 14.

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OH TEIK BIN

Metta Bhavana ...Meditation on Loving-Kindness

Metta Bhavana...What, Why and How.pptI would like to share a Slide Presentation on Metta Bhavana ( Meditation on Loving-Kindness ) ... the what, why and how.



URL at :… Continue

Posted by OH TEIK BIN on November 6, 2009 at 3:04pm

Deepak Singh

Most Misused and Abused Teachings and Facts of the Buddha?

I am trying to compile information and inputs on some of the hard-hitting facts about the Buddha and Buddhism today. Would like all the friends out here to add factual as well contextual inputs and insights, supported by as much references and contexts as possible.

Some of the key themes under my quest are:

1) What are the least known and least explored facets of the Buddha and Buddhism, especially from the last days of his life?

2) What are the teachings and facets of the Buddha and Buddhism… Continue

Posted by Deepak Singh on October 31, 2009 at 9:40pm

alexandra

A letter by a young monastic nun from Bat Nha Monastery

Dear Rev. Zenju Earthlyn Manuel,

We are students of Venenable Thich Nhat Hanh, and are writing on
behalf of Sister Chan Khong and the Plum Village Community in France.
As sisters in the Dharma, we are grateful for your work in helping to
bring Buddhist women of the world together and supporting the practice
and evolvement of the worldwide women's Sangha.

We are writing to you in light of the upcoming Sakyadhita Conference
in Ho Chi Minh City, and in light of recent distressful events
concernin… Continue

Posted by alexandra on October 28, 2009 at 1:11am

Dhammavaro

Short term novitiate programme, Dec. 2009, Siladidhamma Pavarasaya Vihara, Perak, Malaysia

Siladidhamma Pavarasaya Vihara
(Chong Sheng Shi 崇圣寺)
Short term novitiate programme, Dec. 2009

The Siladidhamma Pavarasaya Vihara( Chong Sheng Shi 崇圣寺) is a Registered (Malayan Buddhist Association, No. PK 92/28426 registered 16-9-2003.) Chinese Theravada Buddhist Temple situated near Kg. Tasek, Pengkalan Hulu, Perak. This is a Chinese medium Theravada tradition Buddhist temple in West Malaysia.

This temple was established for seven years now. Presently there are three monks and four nuns stay… Continue

Posted by Dhammavaro on October 25, 2009 at 3:59pm

OH TEIK BIN

The 'Devils' In Us

The Devils In Us.doc

In walking the Noble Eightfold Path, we strive to conquer the 'Devils' of Greed, Hatred and Delusion.
Please refer to the attached File.

May we grow in Compassion and Wisdom.
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin

Posted by OH TEIK BIN on October 25, 2009 at 6:16am

Lin De Ming

According with Conditions; Maintaining the Principle

According With Conditions, Maintaining the Principle
By: Lin De Ming (Lin Ai Wei)


The mind is covered by many views, and these views make up the many states of mind ordinary people experience. What covers the mind is the four views of ego, self, others and a lifespan. In general, views of separation cause countless eons of rebirth, and living without guidance for wisdom is nourishment for deepening the root of views of separation. Its not enough to just say “all is one and one is all”, and or… Continue

Posted by Lin De Ming on October 22, 2009 at 7:00am — 1 Comment

 
 

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