14th International Dhammadadaya Ordination Program (IDOP) July 3- August 8, 2016 - Dhammakaya Temple, Thailand
The Dhammakaya temple is hosting the 14th International Dhammadayada Ordination Program (IDOP) from July 3- August 8, 2016. For this event,
98 Years of Dhammakaya Knowledge (Vijja Dhammakaya)
Dhammakaya is the body of enlightenment of the Lord Buddha and “vijja” is the true knowledge; together, “vijja Dhammakaya” means the true and supreme knowledge illuminated by the Dhammakaya vision. This knowledge is the core principle of Buddhism that will lead to extinguishing of suffering and attainment of the state of supreme bliss known is Nibbana.
The search for a Teacher
Biography The Most Venerable Phratepyanmahamuni (Luang Phaw Dhammajayo) : The search for a Teacher
Transforming the Paddy Field into a Sacred Land
In his new life as a monk, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo was very disciplined in the monastic codes of conduct and studied in the Lord Buddha’s Teachings.
Understanding Life’s Goal
On the first day of meditation practice with Khun Yay, the first question the new student asked was: “Khun Yay does heaven and hell exist?” Khun Yay simply answered, “Yes, they both exist.
Moving Towards the Saffron Robe
Later, young Chaiboon came to a clear realisation that knowledge of the world could not truly keep humankind from suffering, or be able to attain true happiness; only the wisdom derived from meditation could help.
The Utmost Gratitude towards the Teacher
Every success and achievement of the Wat Phra Dhammakaya, Weather it was completion of the temple site, creating a religious community,
Spreading Peace with the Great Faith of Humankind
Wat Phra Dhammakaya rapidly grew, along with the hearts and minds of its supporters which had grow in great numbers throughout the years.
Perseverance in Meditation Practice until True Peace is Obtained
In order to fully grasp and understand the answer, he had to seriously dedicate his life to the study of Dhamma.
The 106th Birthday Anniversary of Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong
“Khun Yai” Chand Khonnokyoong was born on January 20, 1909, in Nakorn Chaisri, a rural municipality of Thailand. She was the fifth of nine children in the family. Her father, Ploy, and mother, Pan, were rice farmers.
