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i wanna ask you about what are the adavantages of Buddhism in Cambodia?(education, infrastructure,tradition, social life)
Hi Sou,
(Your name sounds Cambodian.) As you know Buddhism is about mind cultivation and how to reduce our greed, hatred and delusion to live a peaceful and contented life. But how many Buddhists really practise the teachings of the Buddha? Buddhism is a very tolerant and accommodating "religion". The followers of the Buddha were never required to change their traditions or social activities. What you see in various traditions are the differences in the traditional rites and rituals of the different communities; nothing much to do with the teachings of the Buddha. Buddhism is about universal truths. In its pristine form, the benefits are universal irrespective of where it is practised, and that is, contentment and peace of mind.
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Justin Choo
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When in doubt seek it out. All your questions will be answered, and you may not have to agree with the answers. Such is the beauty of Buddhism. You are free to decide. I follow the Theravada tradition, and have been studying Buddhism for more than 40 years. Please view my profile for more details. I have answered more than 1500 questions since joining this category. You may like to give me the honor to answer your question.
Experience
I was brought up in the 50's as a Buddhist. For the past 40 years I have read numerous books on Buddhism and listened to numerous talks on Buddhism by well-respected and learned monks and lay teachers. I conduct Buddhist classes for parents of Sunday School children in a Theravada Buddhist Temple.
My teacher was the late Chief Reverend, The Ven. K Sri Dhammananda of The Brickfields Buddhist Mahavihara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You can view the relevent website in memory of my revered late teacher @
http://www.ksridhammananda.com
Organizations
I am a life member of the Buddhist Missionary Society Malaysia.
Publications
YOU ARE INVITED TO VISIT MY BLOG @
http://lifeislikethat999.blogspot.com/
Published a book called "The Rainbow And The Treasure". It is a compilation of extracts from various sources to introduce Buddhism to beginners. (Currently out of print)
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Commerce And Administration, Victoria University Of Wellington, NZ.(1974)
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