6. The Relationship between Spiritual Mentor & Devotee
The sixth and final important factor influencing social development is the quality of the relationship between clergy and their congregations
Blameless work # 1
Just because a factory can make a large amount of things, it does not mean that it is a good factory
Looking after one’s Extended Family
All of the trees that stand together in the forest will help each other mutually provide shelter against the gales, storms
The Heart of the Family#4
Sacrifice means generosity in living together as a family. Placing the well-being of the family ahead of ourselves
The 13th International Dhammadayada Ordination Program (IDOP)
The 2015 International Dhammadayada Ordination Program for Novices for young men 12 to 16 years of age will be held July 5-31, 2015. This 27-day training program is taught only in English.
History of the Rain Retreat
The Rain Retreat had not existed yet during the initial years of Buddhism. Therefore, throughout any given year, when a monk needs to visit the people in order to teach Dhamma, the journey was made when time permitted.
He Loved Performing Merits But He Also Liked Cock and Fish Fighting, Where Did He Go After Death?
The head man of the village and an ancient herbal doctor, who cured patients with herbs. He was so nice; he loved cultivating merits, went to the temple, rescued poor people, and was sincere and enterprising. He was like a hero in every matter. Contrarily, his bad habit was that he loved gambling such as boat racing and cock and fish fighting. What was the image that appeared in his mind just before he passed away? Where is he after death?
I Cried Like an Owl
One lady grew up in the family that had lots of conflict. Her grandfather always got drunk and pushed her grandmother who was 8-9 month pregnant down the stair. Her parents always argued with each others and her mom was often abused. She tried to commit suicide when she was 11. Fortunately, her life started changing once she knew the Dhammakaya Temple.
Dhammachai Institute Arranged the Ceremony of Paying Respect to Teachers 2013
Be Good Because Of DMC
Male massage shop in Bahrain earns lots of money since massagers are bisexual. This business is in fact more than just a simple massage. There are male prostitutes. Most of the customers know about this. I ran this business without knowing its retribution. I got to know the truth of life, demerit, merit, good and bad deeds, and what should or should not do via DMC.
