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How the Digital Revolution is Shaping the Practice of Buddhism Today

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Buddhism, one of the world’s oldest spiritual traditions, emphasizes mindfulness, compassion, and the pursuit of enlightenment. As technology rapidly transforms human societies, it is essential to explore how these advancements intersect with Buddhist principles. This article delves into the relationship between Buddhism and technology, examining both the benefits and challenges that arise from their convergence. Historical Context Historically, Buddhism has shown a remarkable ability to adapt to various cultural and technological changes. From the oral transmission of teachings to the written scriptures on palm leaves and, later, printed books, Buddhism has continuously embraced new methods to disseminate its wisdom. Today, the digital age presents a new frontier for the spread and practice of Buddhism. Technology Enhancing Buddhist Practice Digital Dharma The internet has become a powerful tool for spreading Buddhist teachings globally. Websites, blogs, online courses, and social med
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What is Nibbana preached by Gautama Buddha

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What is Nibbana preached by Gautama Buddha              Nirvana (Nirvana) is the highest Dharma that Buddhists aspire to. Nirvana is the extinction of lust, hatred and delusion by a person. This can be confirmed by any Tripitaka sermon on Nibbana. The love and attachment to earthly pleasures can be called lust. Willingness to grasp the images, sounds, smells, tastes, touches, and intentions that are constantly present and present in these senses: eye, ear, nose, tongue, body, and mind. The intense desire to get them back can be called lust or lust. Anger is the reluctance or anger towards something that one does not like or the person who opposes it. ▶Moha  Moha is the pursuit of salvation or consolation through unscriptural means. It is a delusion or delusion to wish for eternal comfort through open peace or belief in God, such as a dog or a cow. As long as this defilement dharma is firmly in the mind, the animal prolongs its life by being born and dying. So, even if one
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It is OK to wear buddha jewelry?Is having a buddha statue disrespectful?

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It is Ok to wear buddha jewelry?Is having a buddha statue disrespectful?                      Many people around the world are now embracing Buddhism. The main reason for this is the ability to make life successful by incorporating into life the valuable teachings preached by the Supreme Buddha. Thus many people have become inclined to believe and follow the Buddhist philosophy and have been tempted to keep Buddha statues at home and wear Buddha jewelry. The Supreme Buddha has not declared it wrong to wear Buddha jewelry and hold Buddha statues. There are various types of statues on the market depicting the image of the Supreme Buddha. There are statues of the Lord Buddha with a smiling face, statues of meditators, statues of sleeping, statues of samadhi healing and many other attractive statues of Buddha in the market. Many people think that seeing the image of the Supreme Buddha relieves the sorrows in the mind and makes the mind feel relaxed. Therefore, a large number of Buddhis
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Sasara practices that go from being to being with the life of Gautama Buddha

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Sasara practices that go from being to being          with the life of Gautama Buddha       Frequent practice has a powerful effect on giving pleasure or misery in the journey of life from good to bad. According to Buddhism, the beginning of our human life is not limited to one life. It is an accepted fact that many of the things we did and did in Sasara are intertwined with our lives. The human mind is the most powerful machine in the world. Its functionality and existence are also powerful. And the complex, which at times produces superior thoughts, at times produces inferior thoughts. Accordingly, one's behavior also becomes high or low. This existence is the dual functional nature of the machine called the mind. The nature of this mind can be clearly understood if it is likened to a physical machine. If a machine that produces any material object produces something of a higher standard and quality, it will receive a proper evaluation from the person who obtained the material. T
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Buddhism for practical life/Sermons of The Supreme Buddha (part 1)

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     Buddhism for practical life/Sermons of                        The Supreme Buddha                         For practical life, Buddhism is the path of action that can be followed in association with Buddhism for the betterment of life. Buddhist philosophy contains instructions on a number of such actions. It is being revealed that Buddhist advice is the only help in the world today that can make the practical life of any person in the world a success. It is timely to examine how practical life can be meaningful in the light of Buddhism. The primary goal of a Buddhist is Nibbana. Life is the beginning of that journey towards Nirvana. Life represents the worldly party and the nirvana transcendental party. Therefore, Buddhism always points out the practical order of development of material life and the development of the afterlife on that basis. In this sense, Buddhism is a very rich and noble way of life. We live in a world ruled by science and technology. Many people are reluctant to
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Life Changing Buddha Quotes

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                        ▶"The pit digger controls the water. The arrow maker straightens them. The carpenter dominates the wood. The wise man has dominion over his own mind"-Dhammapada 6: 5 ▶"Compassion is not a religious matter, it is a human business, it is not a luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human existence"-Dalai Lama. ▶“Everything we have comes from our thoughts. We build the world from our thoughts. Speak or act with a pure mind, an inseparable joy like your shadow will follow you"- Buddha Dhammapada.  ▶"Not even God can turn the victory of one who has defeated Him into defeat" ▶"The fool who recognizes his folly is wise. But a fool who thinks he is wise is really a fool" ▶ “We are all the result of what we thought. If a man speaks cunningly or acts cunningly, the pain subsides. If you do it with a pure mind, happiness will not follow you like a shadow"  ▶"It is the mind
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Buddhism and married life / The Supreme Buddha's Advice for a Successful Marriage life

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                          Buddhism and married life / The Supreme Buddha's Advice for a Successful Marriage life This article discusses the guidance given by the Supreme Buddha to help a lay person who is entering into married life to lead a more fortunate and better life. He once preached that in order to have a successful marriage in domestic life, one must develop four spiritual qualities at the same level. That is, the four qualities of Sama Seela, Sama Shraddha, Sama Chaga and Sama Pragya.A lucky life for a married man and woman with these four qualities, It will be useful for you to be aware of both types of two word expressions. If we look at the concept of Sama Shraddha pointed out by the Supreme Buddha, what becomes of its essence? That there should be a deep trust with an understanding of each other. Usually we use the word 'Shraddha' to refer to the existing beliefs of the Aryan Maha Sangha about the Supreme Buddha, the great Dhamma.But it is essential for a wi
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Buddhist Advice to Control Your Life

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                             Buddhist advice to control your life ▶Do not go to a position where you do not have the power to decide something - it will reconcile your policies and make you do what you regret. ▶Avoid infidelity if you are having sex - it will inevitably lead to confusion and problems. ▶Do not strive for a high position with a lot of responsibilities - it will take away your time and effort. ▶Do not allow someone else to influence you to give up your good habits, such as eating a healthy diet, abstaining from smoking, and exercising - it can be detrimental to your health and well-being.  ▶Do not commit to doing something you can not accomplish - it will break your self-confidence.  ▶Avoid acting carelessly - it can have negative consequences.
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