Here we have to explain what death is according to Buddhism. 在这里,我们必须依据 佛教先解释一下,死倒底是什么? We have seen earlier that a being is nothing but a combination of physical and mental forces or energies. 前文曾说明:众生者,不过
03.Buddhism is currently the West’s fastest growing religion, especially in materialism-saturated countries. This is due to the timeless relevance and universal appeal of its practical teachings on the power of our mind and how we can readily use it to lead more fulfilling lives, leading up t...
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Buddhism is becoming popular in western countries for a number of reasons, The first good reason is Buddhism has answers to many of the problems in modern materialistic societies. It also includes (for those who are interested) a deep understanding of the human mind (and natural therapies) ...
some Buddhist countries are now trying to re-introduce the former lunar system of holidays. It is advisable to observe full moon day as a religious day to concentrate on peace and happiness by calming down the senses. Many Buddhists observe the eight precepts on full moon days, to be free ...
Also, there is a clear propaganda interest for rulers wanting to retain power to disparage new ideas. In countries with monarchy, the words “republic” or “democracy” have been used precisely like “anarchy,” to imply disorder and confusion. Those with a vested interest in preserving the ...
In the days of the Buddha, as today, there were rulers who governed their countries unjustly. 佛世和今天一样,也有 不以正义治理国家的元首。 People were oppressed and exploited, tortured and persecuted, 人民受到压榨、掠夺、虐待与迫害、 excessive taxes were imposed and cruel punishments were inflicte...
Drinking this kind of beverage whether one knows it as alcohol or not can be considered as transgression of vows. Despite the great variety of Buddhist traditions in different countries,Buddhism has generally not allowed alcohol intake since earliest times. ...
Despite the great variety of Buddhist traditions in different countries, Buddhism has generally not allowed alcohol intake since earliest times. The production and consumption of alcohol was known in the regions in which Buddhism arose long before the time of the Buddha. What are the 4 Noble Truth...
The same calendar is used in countries that have adopted the Confucian and Buddhism tradition and in many cultures influenced by the Chinese, notably the Koreans, the Japanese, the Tibetan, the Vietnamese and the pagan Bulgars. Chinese New Year starts on the first day of the new year ...