Thailand S International Meditation Centers

Author : Brooke Schedneck
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317449386

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Thailand's International Meditation Centers by Brooke Schedneck Pdf

This book explores contemporary practices within the new institution of international meditation centers in Thailand. It discusses the development of the lay vipassana meditation movement in Thailand and relates Thai Buddhism to contemporary processes of commodification and globalisation. Through an examination of how meditation centers are promoted internationally, the author considers how Thai Buddhism is translated for and embodied within international tourists who participate in meditation retreats in Thailand. Shedding new light on the decontextualization of religious practices, and raising new questions concerning tourism and religion, this book focuses on the nature of cultural exchange, spiritual tourism, and religious choice in modernity. With an aim of reframing questions of religious modernity, each chapter offers a new perspective on the phenomenon of spiritual seeking in Thailand. Offering an analysis of why meditation practices appeal to non-Buddhists, this book contends that religions do not travel as whole entities but instead that partial elements resonate with different cultures, and are appropriated over time.

Author : International Buddhist Meditation Centre (Bangkok).
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9747006456

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An I.B.M.C. Guide to Buddhist Meditation Retreats in Thailand by International Buddhist Meditation Centre (Bangkok). Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Buddhist meditations
ISBN : UOM:39015024872163

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A Brief Guide to Buddhist Meditation Centres in Thailand by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jørn Borup,Marianne Qvortrup Fibiger
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789004350717

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Eastspirit: Transnational Spirituality and Religious Circulation in East and West by Jørn Borup,Marianne Qvortrup Fibiger Pdf

Eastspirit analyses ‘Eastern’ concepts, practices and traditions in their new ‘Western’ and global contexts as well as in their transformed expressions and reappropriations ‘back in the East’ within the framework of mutual interaction and circulation, regionally and globally.

Author : Mahasi Sayadaw
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781614295563

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Mindfulness and Insight by Mahasi Sayadaw Pdf

A clear, simple meditation method on practicing mindfulness for insight, which takes us to our goal of liberation, the end of all suffering. Discarding any striving or ambition to attain something, the refined guidance that Mahasi Sayadaw provides in this book will lead practitioners to systematically and gradually purify their minds of attachment, aversion, and delusion and to realize the successive stages of enlightenment, culminating in the attainment of enlightenment (nibbana). Mindfulness and Insight is an excerpt of two key chapters from the comprehensive, authoritative Manual of Insight, which expounds the doctrinal and practical aspects of mindfulness (satipatthana) and the development of insight knowledge (vipassana) up to and including nibbana. In Manual of Insight, Mahasi Sayadaw acknowledged that these two chapters alone offer suitable guidance on our own journey of awakening by realizing path knowledge, fruition knowledge, and nibbana, particularly for those with little or no knowledge of the Pali scriptures. Part 1, “The Development of Mindfulness,” offers comprehensive instructions for developing mindfulness based on the Buddha’s teachings on the four foundations of mindfulness, as outlined in the highly regarded Discourse on Mindfulness (Satipatthana Sutta). Part 2, “Practical Instructions,” provides guidance in both the practices preliminary to undertaking insight meditation and in developing insight knowledge, ranging from initial practices to advanced levels of practice.

Author : Mantak Chia
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2006-12-26
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781594778506

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Chi Nei Tsang by Mantak Chia Pdf

An ancient Taoist system for detoxifying and rejuvenating the internal organs • Presents techniques to clear blockages in the body’s energy flow • Includes illustrated exercises to relieve common ailments, revitalize the organs, and enable readers to take charge of their own health and well-being • Focuses on the navel center, where negative emotions, stress, and illness accumulate The techniques of Chi Nei Tsang evolved in Asia during an era when few physicians were available and people had to know how to heal themselves. Many people today have symptoms that modern medicine is not able to cure because a physical source for the problem is not easily found. The energies of negative emotions, stress, and tension--all common in modern life--and the weight of past illness accumulate in the abdominal center, causing energy blockages and congestion. When this occurs, all vital functions stagnate and myriad problems arise. By practicing the techniques of Chi Nei Tsang, this stagnation is removed and the vital organs surrounding the navel center are detoxified and rejuvenated. Master Chia teaches readers how to avoid absorbing negative energies from others and take full charge of their health through the self-healing techniques of Chi Nei Tsang. He offers fully illustrated exercises that show how to detoxify the internal organs and clear the energy (chi) channels throughout the body. He also presents methods for balancing emotions, managing stress, and observing the body in order to recognize, ameliorate, and prevent maladies before they become a problem.

Author : Joe Cummings
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : UCAL:B3799783

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The Meditation Temples of Thailand by Joe Cummings Pdf

Author : Rosemary Weissman,Steve Weissman
Publisher : Paragon House
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1998-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1557787697

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With Compassionate Understanding by Rosemary Weissman,Steve Weissman Pdf

A Compassionate Attitude encourages us not to cause harm or difficulty for ourselves or others. The more we develop Compassion within, the more we see that Mindfulness is an extremely valuable way to develop our Understanding of Life in all aspects. Then, with this Understanding, we can work toward increasing beneficial qualities and lessening unbeneficial qualities. This will create the causes and conditions that will produce more Peace, Contentment and deeper Happiness. This is a complete record of talks from a 10-day Theravadin Buddhist Vipassana Meditation Retreat, by Rosemary & Steve Weissman, teachers of Wat Kow Tahm International Meditation Center, Koh Pah-ngan Island, Thailand. Noted for their ability to blend the Compassion and Wisdom aspects of Buddhism, Steve & Rosemary have taught over 100 retreats to thousands, aged 18-77, from over fifty countries, since 1987. This book can help new & experienced meditators, Buddhist & non-Buddhists, young & old. These teachings are timeless, helping us to lessen our fear, anger, jealousy, greed, etc.; as well, to become more compassionate, loving, patient, and peaceful. Since these teachings are over 2,500 years old, they are tried, tested, and work.

Author : Phra Thepyanmongkold
Publisher : Dhammakaya.tv เรารักวัดหลวงพ่อสด
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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A Study Guide for Right Practice of the Three Trainings by Phra Thepyanmongkold Pdf

The National Coordination Center of Provincial Meditation Institutes of Thailand was established with the commitment of Directors from 338 Meditation Centers (out of over 400) invited by the National Buddhism Organization to a conference at Wat Yannawa, Bangkok, March 23-25, B.E. 2551 (2008). There are fi ve objectives. Three were established at the conference and the last two were added later. 1. To support the Sangha Body’s Provincial Meditation Centers to administer Buddhist Education effectively, 2. To cooperate with Provincial Meditation Centers to teach meditation to the same high standard for all people at all levels, 3. To assist Provincial Meditation Centers with academic scholarship. 4. To cooperate with the Chiefs of the Sangha Regions and Directors of the Provincial Meditation Centers to raise academic training techniques to the same high standard. 5. To support the Sangha in stabilizing, protecting and developing Buddhism under the rules of the Discipline, the Law and the Sangha Rules. The committee members agreed to publish this Study Guide for Right Practice of the Three Trainings, based on Lord Buddha’s Four Foundations of Mindfulness and the Commentaries from the Path of Purifi cation (Visuddhimagga), plus the Three Aspects of Nibbāna, which is an Appendix. This proposal was presented to the conference, led by Somdej Phra Maha Rajamangkalajahn, and it was agreed to publish this book and distribute it to all Meditation Centers. The book has been translated and edited by Phra Khru Baitika Dr. Barton Yanathiro, Phra Maha Natpakanan Gunanggaro, and Mr. William Webb of the Wat Luang Phor Sodh Buddhist Meditation Institute (BMI) and Mr. Potprecha Cholvijarn. Please address any questions or comments to www.dhammacenter.org. In the name of the Board Members, I would like to thank everyone for their strenuous efforts and congratulate them on this successful contribution to the promulgation of the Dhamma. May Lord Buddha bless you all and all of your meritorious works Phra Thepyanmongkold (luangpa) President of the National Coordination Center of Provincial Meditation Institutes of Thailand, Director of the Meditation Center of Rajburi Province, and Abbot of Wat Luang Phor Sodh Dhammakayaram Wat Luang Phor Sodh Dhammakayaram Dammnoen Saduak District, Rajchaburi Province 70130, Thailand. English & Thai Phra Somkuan Inside Thailand, call 081-837-8457 Outside Thailand, call +66-81-837-8457 mail: [email protected] info (+66) 90-595-5162 (+66) 90-595-5164 http://www.dhammacenter.org https://www.youtube.com/user/sundaydhammatalks/ พระเทพญาณมงคล (เสริมชัย ชยมงฺคโล) หลวงป๋า วัดหลวงพ่อสดธรรมกายาราม ริมถนนสายบางแพ-ดำเนินสะดวก กม.ที่ 14 ต.แพงพวย อ.ดำเนินสะดวก จ.ราชบุรี 70130 โทรศัพท์ 090-595-5162 090-595-5164 http://www.dhammakaya.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Watluangporsodh/ http://luangpa.org/ http://www.mongkoldhamma.org/ https://www.youtube.com/user/mongkoldhamma https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc8t9luKbBvhXqXFY1bThFw/videos

Author : Joanna Cook
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010-08-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781139487849

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Meditation in Modern Buddhism by Joanna Cook Pdf

In contemporary Thai Buddhism, the burgeoning popularity of vipassanā meditation is dramatically impacting the lives of those most closely involved with its practice: monks and mae chee (lay nuns) living in monastic communities. For them, meditation becomes a central focus of life and a way to transform the self. This ethnographic account of a thriving Northern Thai monastery examines meditation in detail, and explores the subjective signification of monastic duties and ascetic practices. Drawing on fieldwork done both as an analytical observer and as a full participant in the life of the monastery, Joanna Cook analyzes the motivation and experience of renouncers, and shows what effect meditative practices have on individuals and community organization. The particular focus on the status of mae chee - part lay, part monastic - provides a fresh insight into social relationships and gender hierarchy within the context of the monastery.

Author : Ven. Sayadaw U Jotika
Publisher : Viet Hung
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-10-22
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Snow in the summer by Ven. Sayadaw U Jotika Pdf

This book is a compilation of extracts from letters written by Sayadaw U Jotika, a Burmese Buddhist monk, to his Western students - ten to fifteen years ago. These letters have been collated under the topics as indicated by the chapter headings below. Chapter 1. Mind, Mindfulness and Meditation Chapter 2. Solitude Chapter 3. Parental Love and Guidance Chapter 4. Life, Living and Death Chapter 5. Learning and Teaching Chapter 6. Value and Philosophy Chapter 7. Friendship, Relationships and Loving-kindness "Dhamma is in living your life, not in books. If you don’t understand your life, meaning your experience at this moment, you don’t understand Dhamma, no matter how much book knowledge you have. Without understanding your life, talking about Dhamma is just an intellectual game."

Author : Jane Hamilton-Merritt
Publisher : HarperCollins Publishers
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : UVA:X030143340

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A Meditator's Diary by Jane Hamilton-Merritt Pdf

A Meditator's diary is a very personal account of a woman's struggles and her fears; her sometimes euphoric, sometimes frightening inner visions; her coping with distractions and discomfort; her instruction from the wise monks who guided her medication. The author takes the reader to a land of mystery and beauty inextricably commingled. She presents the broad sweep of the Thai countryside, the musky fragrance of jasmine, temple bells lightly brushed by the evening breeze, the gentle kindness of the people. A Meditator's diary marks a touch, intellectually disciplined attempt to understand Theravada Buddhist meditation, its techniques and its benefits for Westerners caught up in a technology that too often seems out of control. Jane Hamillton-Merrit finally gained the understanding she sought. She found compassion without attachment, the peace that endures, a sense of the living flow of the universe. The book does not stop short wit one woman's unique experiences. the author goes on to describe how every reader can practically initiate one's own journey in meditation. The real journey of a Meditator's diary is not to Thailand, but a much more important one: the voyage into the most profound realms of the self.

Author : Ngư̄am
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780861711116

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Mindfulness with Breathing by Ngư̄am Pdf

Here is a clear explanation of the meditation technique of anapanasati, or "mindfulness with in-breaths & out-breaths." If you have yet to sit down & watch your breath, this book will point out why you should & how to do it.

Author : Mahasi Sayadaw
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Meditation
ISBN : 9552400783

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Satipatthāna Vipassanā by Mahasi Sayadaw Pdf

Author : Phra Thepyanmongkol
Publisher : Wat Luang Phor Sodh
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Buddha (The concept)
ISBN : 9789748097534

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The Heart of Dhammakaya Meditation by Phra Thepyanmongkol Pdf

Based on lectures given at the Buddhist Vihara, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur during a three-day visit to Malaysia.