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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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According to Buddhism, how to become a successful entrepreneur by earning wealth righteously

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There are many Buddhist sutras that contain advice on earning wealth, disposing of wealth, and protecting wealth. It is said in the Sutras of Sigalovada Sutra, Anana Sutra, Veludvara Sutra, Vasala Sutra, Vyagghapajja Sutra, Parabhava Sutra and Pattakamma Sutra. The Anana Sutra says that it is a happy thing for someone to say that he is economically stable and does not deteriorate. According to Anguttara Nikaya, poverty is sorrow for the layman. It is a set of duties and responsibilities that must be fulfilled mutually in living in society. Human community is satisfied when there are good social relations. It is the layman's responsibility to fulfil the duties of himself and his stepchildren. When he is unable to do so, he becomes sad, uncomfortable, and needs money for giving and donating. One who has no wealth cannot give charity. Because of this, Buddhism accepts that wealth is necessary for work in this world and the next. The Veludvara Sutra proves that Buddhism did not prohibi...
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According to Buddha's teachings, How to avoid drugs and alcohol

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The Dhamma preached by Lord Buddha to a young householder named Sigala in the Sigalovada Sutra belonging to the Dhamma book Digha Nikaya is considered a system of discipline for lay devotees. According to this Sutra sermon, six evil consequences are described as follows, which lead to intoxication and delay due to addiction to alcohol and drugs. 1. Immediate financial loss  2. Excessive confusion  3. Bases on health decline  4. Defamation  5. Incitement to obscenity  6. Deterioration of thinking power These harmful results caused by the use of drugs can be considered under three headings.  Physical impact – leading to health decline Mental impact – deterioration of thinking power  Social impact – leading to property damage Excessive confusion to be defamed Temptation to lewd thoughts Alcohol and 'social behaviour problems' Drinking alcohol creates a false self-confidence, and creates an impersonal 'freedom' that pretends to transcend the values ​​and s...
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Buddhist view on morality

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  One of the aspirations of Buddhism is to produce a moral human being. Buddhism was preached not only to Buddhists. That religion has been preached for the benefit of the entire animal community. By incorporating it into one's life, a moral person is created. This is why morality can be introduced as something that exists like a shadow for everyone. Who is the real Buddhist can be identified based on his actions. If he does something useful for the society, he becomes a moral person. Accordingly, Buddhism teaches good behaviour as morality. Good conduct should be threefold. The three ways of becoming self-conscious, being conscious of words, and being conscious of mind. "Kayena Sanvaro Sadhu  Sadhu Vachaya Sanvaro  Manasa Sanvaro Sadhu  Sadhu Sabbattha Sanvaro" That is what the above verse teaches. A moral person is not created by birth. The child who is born gradually matures and turns to various temptations through various activities. Such temptations may be for g...
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Buddhist view of sexuality

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The view of the concept of masculinity, sexuality, sexual behavior and related moods, marriage, etc. during the Buddha's time was very deep. Pitaka appears well in the study of literature. In examining the Buddhist attitude towards femininity and masculinity, it is necessary to inquire about the human social evolution presented in the Agganya Sutra of the Digha sect. As it is shown in it, the masculinity of the female was not evident in the early years when the animal came to live on earth, and it became evident after some time. The subtle body gradually became coarse. Male and female characteristics became distinct. It is stated in that sutra that with the manifestation of femininity, they looked at each other for a long time and wanted to kiss each other, and while they were looking, lustful thoughts arose and they had intercourse. It has been described how social institutions such as marriage and family life started as intercourse became important. The Agganya Sutra also describ...
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Buddhist view of good diet plan

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  Food occupies a unique place among basic human needs. "Chigachcha Parama Roga" It is clear that hunger is the most dangerous disease in this world. Because it is the same not only in human society but also in animal society. Man is not the same as other animals in food because of intellectual imagination. It is a fact that we know that the various causal factors related to food in the early tribal societies also spread to the emergence of civilizations. We are discussing here whether the current diet leads to physical and mental health. If so, what is the Buddhist attitude towards it? It is a sad situation that Sri Lankans are facing many different health crises based on food in the current consumerist economic trend. Even though all the media in this country have held various discussions for this purpose, it is nothing but feeding the taste cravings related to different foods. It is thought to be similar to cutting a river. It is accepted to see by paying attention to the ...
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The place of women in the Buddha's philosophy

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  Buddha philosophy  In India at the time of the Buddha, women were undervalued. The woman received a low reception. The birth of a female was considered a doom for the family. Their attitude was that she should be a slave of the man. The male party also made decisions about the woman regardless of her will and her freedom was taken away from her. In ancient Indian society, it was believed that if a married woman's husband died, she should also commit suicide by jumping into the fire of her husband. Lord Buddha did a great service to free women from persecution and little treatment. He pointed out that women are not slaves of men and that she is a person who should be in a high position in society, both by preaching and by action. Lord Buddha ascended to heaven to preach the Dhamma to his mother,she was a woman, and to his wife Yashodhara, who had passed away, he preached the story of 'Channa Kinnara' Jataka and healed her heart. Seeing his step-mother Maha Prajapati Gotami...
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Buddhist concept of austerity

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  The concept of Buddhist austerity against overconsumption The concept of austerity taught in Buddhism is very helpful in solving the problems caused by modern consumerism. In the modern consumption pattern, there are solutions in the concept of Buddhist austerity to bring the modern consumerism on the right track, which has produced millions of people who do not eat even a single meal a day and a very small number of people who are engaged in overconsumption by reaping the maximum benefits of technology. First of all, we must recognize what austerity is. The quality of not wanting many things or being happy with what we have is called austerity. As stated in the Karaniya Metta Sutra, it is another characteristic of austerity that there is little work (appakiccho) and lightness of conduct (sallahukautti) i.e. not looking for many extraneous things. In Buddhist society, austerity is a quality that is highly valued. The basic requirements that apply to maintaining a monk's life in a...
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