Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit

In this day and age of ever-present temptations and perpetual pressure to make a living, it is especially rare to find any family with a son who ordains as a Buddhist monk for at least the period of Buddhist Lent

Respect # 2

Respecting the Sangha means becoming aware of the goodness in the Sangha who have trained themselves well and prolong the life of Buddhism. One may pay respect by

The Last Moment of a Father’s Life

One day, a lady come to seek advice from a respected senior monk about how to care for her dying father;

Young People and the Lord Buddha

In recent years, a new generation of young people has started to wonder why Buddhists highly regard the Lord Buddha to be the greatest sanctuary, although he was only human

The Buddhist Lent Day

History of the Buddhist Lent Day. Why did the Lord Buddha appoint the Buddhist Lent? What do the monks do during this period? And more...

What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?

Here is a true story for parents who have not yet begun creating harmony in their families

The Kathina Ceremony 2010

The Kathina Ceremony 2010 at Dhammakaya Temple and the History of this ceremony

Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity (Dhutanga)

Life is full of uncertainties and danger awaits those who are reckless with their lives. The Lord Buddha once said

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.

KATHINA CEREMONY B.E. 2554 (2011)

At the end of Buddhist Lent a joyful moment comes to the hearts of all Buddhists. It is the time of the very special annual Robe Offering ceremony, called the Kathina.