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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Witness | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I have been wondering about who is actually mindful of thoughts, emotions, feelings, conciousness ... A: The concept you are talking about is Anatta. It is translated roughly to NOT-SELF. This is a very ... | |
| new member! | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: Uhm I went to teen religion but they didn't show Buddhism. So anyways I'm a teenager who's bisexual ... A: "My question is what do Buddhists believe in and what should a good Buddhist do?" Plain and simple, ... | |
| questions | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: 1.) What made you interested in studying and practicing Buddhism? 2.) How has the Buddhism religion ... A: 1.) What made you interested in studying and practicing Buddhism? Two reasons. First, I want to ... | |
| theragatha quotation | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: Alex. I am a writer, trying to find a quotation about Guatama Buddha's uncle Vappa. I have read ... A: I am not sure why you are calling me "Alex." You might have meant to ask another "expert." However, ... | |
| What is Buddhism | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I'm reading Siddhartha, and it suddenly occurred to me that I don't know anything about Buddhism.I'm ... A: "1. How is Buddhism different from Hinduism?" Buddhism has two unique concepts that no other ... | |
| Buddhism and emotions | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have recently become very interested in Buddhism and plan to begin attending classes at a local ... A: This is not the first time I have encountered this type of question - both in my personal ... | |
| Aliens & Buddha | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: The lord Buddha has tough dhamma to the aliens. in presently also the buddhist monk going to start a ... A: The Buddha never directly addressed "aliens." However, he did state that we are the only world that ... | |
| Re-birth Inquiry | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: According to Buddhist teaching re-birth is instantaneous. I suppose this means that when a person ... A: "Would it be correct to say that one enters a realm according to the choices one makes in their ... | |
| Re-birth Inquiry | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: According to Buddhist teaching re-birth is instantaneous. I suppose this means that when a person ... A: Allow me to clarify, We do not "enter" this realm or that. In actuality, we choose to go here and ... | |
| Re-birth Inquiry | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: According to Buddhist teaching re-birth is instantaneous. I suppose this means that when a person ... A: According to Buddhist teachings, rebirth is instantaneous. It occurs at the speed of thought. ... | |
| Pri Nibbana | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: When a Buddha or an Arahant passes away (into pri-nibbana), does any form of tangible phenomena ... A: When a Buddha or Arahant enters nirvana after their death, nothing remains. With nothing left, there ... | |
| Virus, Bacteria and Microbes | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I understand trees, though they reproduce, are not considered as a life form in Buddhism. What about ... A: Scientifically, we might classify trees and viruses, bacteria and microbes as life because they ... | |
| Sexual Misconduct | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: I would have a number of questions relating to sexual misconduct (Kamei-su-mei'sa-sara - the third ... A: Before I answer your questions, I would like to explain that age is not a major factor in sexual ... | |
| martial arts | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: Sir, As Buddhism teaches love and compassion, why would people in china and japan learn martial ... A: Chinese Buddhist and Japanese Buddhist martial artists are only a relatively small part of Buddhism. ... | |
| Buddhism and life | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I saw a movie called 'samsara' buddhist movie. i have two questions 1. Why do they show nude stills ... A: "1. Why do they show nude stills and having intercourse in that movie since it s not permitted ... | |
| Sottapatti-hood | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: Is Sottapatti-hood (i.e., Sottapan-hood, Sottapatti Enlightenment)achievable (to a Buddhist ... A: "Is Sottapatti-hood (i.e., Sottapan-hood, Sottapatti Enlightenment)achievable (to a Buddhist ... | |
| Buddhism and life | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: As a follow-up of your last answer i got i ask these questions 1. Near by my home we have a ... A: " 1. Near by my home we have a small mountain with gardens and water, i go every time i feel tired ... | |
| Buddha and buddhism | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 questions 1. I read and heard story of buddha. In buddha story, he encountered lots ... A: " 1. You said ', the Bodhisatva will have to commit every crime, every bad action and also feel all ... | |
| Buddha and buddhism | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 questions 1. I read and heard story of buddha. In buddha story, he encountered lots ... A: "1. What is bodhisatva? am i bodhisatva?" A Bodhisatva is a person who has dedicated themselves to ... | |
| Religion | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: Based on what I have learned about Buddhism, I am very attracted to the basic concepts. However, I ... A: In answering your question, I must clarify that there are two parts to Buddhism. The teachings and ... | |
| Buddha and buddhism | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 questions 1. I read and heard story of buddha. In buddha story, he encountered lots ... A: "1. I read and heard story of buddha. In buddha story, he encountered lots of troubles from outside ... | |
| unconscious and consciousness | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: can you please explain how consciousness springs from the unconscious. What is the body of the ... A: "Is the unconscious the same as the very subtle conscious or the storage consciousness?" The ... | |
| unconscious and consciousness | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: can you please explain how consciousness springs from the unconscious. What is the body of the ... A: I would like to answer your question, but it is very broad. Where did you get the phrase, ... | |
| making attachment level zero | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I am practicing Buddhism, the major problem I face is that I am unable to bring down my attachment ... A: "What do I do sir?" You must practice diligently to free yourself from the rounds of rebirth. If ... | |
| making attachment level zero | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I am practicing Buddhism, the major problem I face is that I am unable to bring down my attachment ... A: Unfortunately, Meditating alone is not enough (even though many people will tell you that it is). ... | |
| making attachment level zero | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I am practicing Buddhism, the major problem I face is that I am unable to bring down my attachment ... A: "What do I do? How do I convince my heart and my mind?" There are two main ways for me to answer ... | |
| buddhist view | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: What does buddhism think of christianty and how should a buddhist relate to christianity? A: I will try to answer them to the best of my ability. "What does buddhism think of christianty and ... | |
| meditation & self-awareness | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm doing some research on yoga & meditation, as planning on making it a daily thing for me. What ... A: I will try to answer them to the best of my ability. "but I don't understand how the ... | |
| The eight precepts | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: im not a buddhist yet but i would like to convert in the future put first i need to understand this ... A: I applaud your quest to investigate and I think your questions are completely valid. It definitely ... | |
| follow up | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: Ven Thero, I understood what you have explained so far. Doesn't suffering(dukka)arise because of ... A: The next time to understand after the last correspondence is this: We have to section off our ... | |
| awareness | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: Ven Bikku, I do vipassana meditation and I have a question to ask.When you observe your thoughts you ... A: I applaud your desire to learn. And if you are truly willing, I have a lot to share with you. I ... | |
| awareness | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: Ven Bikku, I do vipassana meditation and I have a question to ask.When you observe your thoughts you ... A: There are many things that can be addressed in your question. But first let me answer your ... | |
| buddhist applied teachings | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: What teachings apply when evaluating Mahayana buddhists position to biotechnology? Also theravada ... A: "What teachings apply when evaluating Mahayana buddhists position to biotechnology? I cannot answer ... | |
| Sri Ramana Maharshi and Buddhism | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have been meditating and studying Buddhism for about a year or so. I also recently stumbled upon ... A: In regards to the self, the Buddha taught that there is no self as we understand it to be. Our ... | |
| Sri Ramana Maharshi and Buddhism | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have been meditating and studying Buddhism for about a year or so. I also recently stumbled upon ... A: I am not particularly familiar with Sri Ramana Maharishi's teachings. However, from the little you ... | |
| Buddhism and food | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: Can a buddhist eat an animal that is alive at the same time that is going to be eaten (for example, ... A: A Buddhist can do anything they want, whenever they want - the only catch is that they will be ... | |
| Buddhism and political matters | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: My question is: What does Buddhism think about liberalism and capitalism? Do buddhist monks or ... A: "What does Buddhism think about liberalism and capitalism?" Buddhism usually does not take a ... | |
| Buddhism and bioethics | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: and was wondering if you could answer a few questions. 1. What is your view on abortion, do you ... A: In answering your questions, I would not be so bold as to outwardly declare this or that action as ... | |
| Help on buddhism | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I would like some Buddhist advice on how one should handle the following situation according to ... A: Buddhist principles clearly state that sexual misconduct and taking (or desiring) that which is not ... | |
| Poker and Buddhism | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I very much appreciate it. I have been meditating for about 2 years and have become more ... A: "Is poker compatible with Buddhist teachings?" Poker is no different than any other vices...drugs, ... | |
| Love in Buddhism | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: How does a Buddhist love if they want to free themselves from attachments? If you fall in love, ... A: "What about sex the Buddha had children but that was before he was enlightened what are the Buddhist ... | |
| Love in Buddhism | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: How does a Buddhist love if they want to free themselves from attachments? If you fall in love, ... A: How does a Buddhist love if they want to free themselves from attachments? Before I answer this ... | |
| Re: Baby Blessings | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering as to whether or not with a Buddhism baby blessing do they have god parents? If ... A: When a new baby is born into this world, some parents would already consider that a blessing. ... | |
| A friend who has cancer | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: A dear friend of mine was just diagnosed with breast cancer. She's one of the most sweetest and ... A: I would like to express my sympathy and compassion for your friend's situation. I also feel for your ... | |
| The notion of "Gain" | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I have been thinking about "gain". I used to think that "wanting" was the confusion, and now I feel ... A: I applaud you on your thinking process. If possible, I would like to share a few comments. 1. ... | |
| Random Questions about Daily Life | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: 1. If a Buddhist comes across some money (just a few coins) on the streets, etc. with no one ... A: "1. If a Buddhist comes across some money (just a few coins) on the streets, etc. with no one ... | |
| Starting Out. | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: i'm very interested in buddhism as i feel it reaches out to me more than any other religion or guide ... A: I hope I can be of help. I applaud your interest and hope that you find what you are looking for. ... | |
| Immorality and our children | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: We have 4 adult children, 3 of which exhibit abusive behavior towards us when we have contact with ... A: I would like to express my sympathy for you situation. To answer your question directly and simply: ... | |
| the beginning | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Where did it all start? What is the beginning point of one's soul? If there's no such a thing as a ... A: Why do you think that there are so many other inhabitable planets? There is no proof nor any ... | |
| Buddhism | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: my name is Tyler R Anzalone and i am slowly losing my own internal happiness. I have followed my own ... A: I thank you for the opportunity to answer your questions. I would like to ask you what your ... | |
| the beginning | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: Where did it all start? What is the beginning point of one's soul? If there's no such a thing as a ... A: "Where did it all start?" "What is the beginning point of one's soul?" These are questions that the ... | |
| human reincarnation | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: Buddha said that to reincarnate as a human being is almost imposible. And for this he gave the ... A: First of all, it is not impossible to be born a human, it is just very hard. Mostly, we spend our ... | |
| about the soul | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: Buddhism does not admit the existence of soul or self. If that's so, then what about NDE (Near Death ... A: I am not sure where you get that Buddhism denies the existence of a soul or self. In terms of people ... | |
| Budddhism | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: What are the traditions of Buddhism and what are the requirements to be a Buddhist Monks? A: There are many traditions of Buddhism. The two main branches are Theravada and Mahayana. Theravada ... | |
| sat cit ananda | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: how does buddhism view and understand the hindu insight into ultimate reality as sat (being) cit ... A: The thing with wikipedia, or any definition really, is that it goes through countless translations, ... | |
| sat cit ananda | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: how does buddhism view and understand the hindu insight into ultimate reality as sat (being) cit ... A: Dewnada, Thank you for the opportunity to answer your question. I'd like to start off by saying ... | |
| buddhism | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: if ananda and other arahants are enligtened in one lifetime why cant we? is many lives needed? a ... A: "so enligtenment is not a one life accomplishment you gotta accumulate it by erasing bad karmas and ... | |
| buddhism | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: if ananda and other arahants are enligtened in one lifetime why cant we? is many lives needed? a ... A: " if ananda and other arahants are enligtened in one lifetime why cant we? is many lives needed? a ... | |
| Benefit of these 3 suttas | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: Can you explain the following suttas and its core value ie the gist of it, what it teaches us. ... A: For the Mangala Suttam: You can use it to see if you are living your life rightly. Here are some ... | |
| suttas | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Can you explain the following suttas and its core value ie the gist of it, what it teaches us. ... A: I will answer your question somewhat succinctly, however, if you want more clarity, please ask a ... | |
| buddhism | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: if insight is simple realization of the truth of existence how it is possible for psychic skills to ... A: "Arahant's skills comes from countless lives of cultivation. There are out of body, stillness, and ... | |
| buddhism | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: if insight is simple realization of the truth of existence how it is possible for psychic skills to ... A: "you mean i only know that im enligtened? ala subjective? nor other people can know? are there any ... | |
| buddhism | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: if insight is simple realization of the truth of existence how it is possible for psychic skills to ... A: "if insight is simple realization of the truth of existence how it is possible for psychic skills to ... | |
| buddhism | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: are ALL details of buddha's life historical per say? did the brahma issue or some supernatural ... A: "is it possible to be going to other worlds when meditating a lot of burmese monks stories that they ... | |
| Posture. Present Moment. | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I just have twoI'm a beginner meditator and sit in the burmese posture, (it feels more stable than ... A: As for your first question, I am not sure what your main goal is in meditating, but assuming it is ... | |
| buddhism | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: are ALL details of buddha's life historical per say? did the brahma issue or some supernatural ... A: "in what way meditation can be dangerous?" Meditation is like a knife. If used correctly, it can ... | |
| buddhism | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: are ALL details of buddha's life historical per say? did the brahma issue or some supernatural ... A: "are ALL details of buddha's life historical per say? did the brahma issue or some supernatural ... | |
| beleif | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: why do some Buddhist believe in Devas but not in God when the same logic for belief or disbelief ... A: You mention in your question that some Buddhist believe in Devas but not God. In Buddhism, as with ... | |
| laws | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: but laws are needed to prevent killing and stealing at some point? what is the source of buddhist ... A: "what does it mean in meditation that you cease thinking and just merely observe? This is merely ... | |
| laws | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: but laws are needed to prevent killing and stealing at some point? what is the source of buddhist ... A: "sometimes even karma was escaped by a being such as an arahant he gained arahantship and eventually ... | |
| laws | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: but laws are needed to prevent killing and stealing at some point? what is the source of buddhist ... A: "but laws are needed to prevent killing and stealing at some point?" Laws are only needed by humans ... | |
| Questions | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: My name is Denice I attend University Of Phoenix and I have to interview someone who practices ... A: I will attempt to help you as much as I can. I will answer your questions succinctly and as ... | |
| buddhism | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: is enligtenment possible by just looking at the mirror seeing you ve changed and got old bingo you ... A: "is it possible for human beings to live without law i mean law of the country?" I'm not sure what ... | |
| panna | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I was just looking at your profile on this website and I would like to ask you a question about ... A: Panna can be described as investigative contemplation. It can be described as contemplative ... | |
| buddhism | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: is enligtenment possible by just looking at the mirror seeing you ve changed and got old bingo you ... A: "so whats the difficulty of enduring many lives? just see you are getting old and bingo youre ... | |
| buddhism | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: is enligtenment possible by just looking at the mirror seeing you ve changed and got old bingo you ... A: "is enligtenment possible by just looking at the mirror seeing you ve changed and got old bingo you ... | |
| buddhism | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: should all bad karmas be worked out first before achieving nirvana? can u explain these terms ... A: "what does buddhism say about ghosts like murder victims haunting guilty people? spirits of people ... | |
| a long Q about renunciation :-) | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm 25, female, British and have been practising Buddhist meditation for about a year as well as ... A: I appreciate your question and thank you for the opportunity to answer it. Your question is ... | |
| Dealing with hurt to reconnect with an estranged friend | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: About 8 months ago my close friend of more than 10 years walked away from our friendship after a ... A: I hope that together we can develop a level of understanding that can assist in dealing with your ... | |
| buddhism | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: should all bad karmas be worked out first before achieving nirvana? can u explain these terms ... A: "dhammananda has a lot of infos in his articles like we are in a illusion, this life is an empty ... | |
| buddhism | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: should all bad karmas be worked out first before achieving nirvana? can u explain these terms ... A: "should all bad karmas be worked out first before achieving nirvana?" No, you cannot directly ... | |
| buddhism | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: so it is a wrong view to think buddha is a divine being that saves people akin to salvation by just ... A: "what does it mean a man or a car is dharma? is it some sort of a pantheistic all is one notion?" ... | |
| intrusive father | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering if there is a specific mudra or breathing exercise or meditation you can tell me of ... A: Mudras, breathing exercises, or meditation at the most will calm you temporarily. However, if you ... | |
| buddhism | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: so it is a wrong view to think buddha is a divine being that saves people akin to salvation by just ... A: "so buddhism is all about practice and observations no involvement of metaphysics and occult?" The ... | |
| buddhism | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: so it is a wrong view to think buddha is a divine being that saves people akin to salvation by just ... A: It is not right or wrong to think that, "so it is a wrong view to think buddha is a divine being ... | |
| karma and love | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I feel stupid for asking but if im a generally nice and good person why have i not gotten a ... A: First of all, "I feel stupid for asking but" You should never feel stupid for asking. Asking is a ... | |
| buddhism | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: some schools worship the buddha, did buddha told the followers not to worship him? some schools even ... A: Before I answer your question, I would like to make a suggestion. All these things you ask me can be ... | |
| buddhism | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: some schools worship the buddha, did buddha told the followers not to worship him? some schools even ... A: "my question if this is my final life and im enligtened, am i going to pay all the bad karma i had ... | |
| disability | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help, I am very intrested in buddhism but am a bit confused as I have a son with ... A: I thank you for your question and your interest in Buddhism. In addition, I would like to express my ... | |
| buddhism | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: some schools worship the buddha, did buddha told the followers not to worship him? some schools even ... A: "some schools worship the buddha, did buddha told the followers not to worship him? some schools ... | |
| meaning | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: Otgher religions accept a Creator God and that concept gives meaning. IE The Jews believe god is ... A: This is a very good question. I hope I can answer it adequately. For Buddhists, the purpose of ... | |
| buddhism | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: im attending some meditation class, i just dont understand what they mean blanking the mind or ... A: "why is celibacy recommended in buddhism? is it a requirement to be a monk to gain nirvana?" ... | |
| Buddhist Marriage Contract | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: Im working on a paper and im wondering number one if there is such a thing and the name of it and ... A: As far as I know, there is no Buddhist Marriage Contract. Marriage is dealt with by the laity. Monks ... | |
| buddhism | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: im attending some meditation class, i just dont understand what they mean blanking the mind or ... A: "so after parinirvana buddhas and the enligtened has nothing anymnore to do? do they want to ... | |
| is buddha God ? | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: how are you Anandapanyo, sorry, i am not sure if you would like to answer these question, my ... A: I am doing well. I hope you are doing well also. I am very sorry to hear that you encountered ... | |
| buddhism | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: im attending some meditation class, i just dont understand what they mean blanking the mind or ... A: "im attending some meditation class, i just dont understand what they mean blanking the mind or ... | |
| buddhism | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: what? what do you mean nirvana ceased to exist? isnt that similar to typical atheist afterlife that ... A: "there is a mahayana doctrine that if we placed our faith in a bodhisatta by chanting their names ... | |
| buddhism | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: what? what do you mean nirvana ceased to exist? isnt that similar to typical atheist afterlife that ... A: "bodhisattvas delay enligtenment ok, how can their "grace" like beliving in them will save reconcile ... | |
| buddhism | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: what? what do you mean nirvana ceased to exist? isnt that similar to typical atheist afterlife that ... A: As I have mentioned to you in many many answers, no one truly knows what nirvana is. It cannot be ... | |
| buddhism | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: if you died an arahant yet the karma bad ones has not been paid yet? i think there is some ... A: "wait back to the woman thing if she was good for many times yet is raped can we assess somehow ... | |
| General Questions about Buddhist Beliefs | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: What drew you to Buddhism and what has kept you faithful to this religion? Has your faith in ... A: I have always considered myself to be a logic based and reasonable person. For me, faith alone could ... | |
| A few questions | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I've been studying Buddhism for awhile now and I have a few questions. Is Buddhism a religion or a ... A: That you for the opportunity to answer your question. "Is Buddhism a religion or a philosophy" The ... | |
| buddhism | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: if you died an arahant yet the karma bad ones has not been paid yet? i think there is some ... A: "i saw narada's book regarding the 3 misconception of karma? it was wrong to assume karma is ... | |
| buddhism | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: if you died an arahant yet the karma bad ones has not been paid yet? i think there is some ... A: "if you died an arahant yet the karma bad ones has not been paid yet? i think there is some ... | |
| buddhism | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: so as said the characters and relatives of buddha didnt just attained enligtenment in one sitting, ... A: "how are bad karma being cancelled even without bearing the fruits? For Arahants, all the bad ... | |
| buddhism | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: so as said the characters and relatives of buddha didnt just attained enligtenment in one sitting, ... A: "In layman's term doing good is like "leveling up" points bound for enligtenment? is it possible for ... | |
| buddhism | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: so as said the characters and relatives of buddha didnt just attained enligtenment in one sitting, ... A: "so as said the characters and relatives of buddha didnt just attained enligtenment in one sitting, ... | |
| buddhism | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: what is reborn in the next life? a soul, mind etc? is nirvana eternal life? i have catholic ... A: I do not blame you for being confused about Nirvana. In my honest opinion, I would recommend not ... | |
| buddhism | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: what is reborn in the next life? a soul, mind etc? is nirvana eternal life? i have catholic ... A: What is reborn in the next life? Simply, YOU. Many people immediately assume that the next life is ... | |
| Confucius | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: What does he mean when he says "A gentleman can see a question from all sides without bias. The ... A: Confucius or Confucianism is not necessarily directly related to Buddhism. However, I will try to ... | |
| Buddhists | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I just need to know, Why do Buddhists give everything up to become monks?? A: I apologize for the short delay since it seems we are on different continents! The quick answer to ... | |
| buddhism and celtic paganism | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to practice Buddhism while honoring traditional Celtic deities (Gods, land spirits, ... A: This question deals with two parts. The first part is what is means to practice Buddhism. Buddhism ... | |
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I can answer questions about Buddhist practice, Buddhist understanding and how to apply Buddhism to daily life. I can help analyze Buddhist sayings and teachings. In addition, I can help with questions Buddhism stories, fables and Vinaya(rules). I have meditated for over 10 years and can help you start with meditation. In addition, I can help provide insight into what to do when you feel that you have hit a wall with your meditation. My main area of expertise is how to think in accordance with Sammaditthi (the right view - and number 1 in the Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path. If I cannot answer your question, I have many able teachers with over 20 years experience to help me, so chances are I will be able to find an answer for you.
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I have been practicing Buddhism for over 13 years. I started studying under various famous Thai Theravada masters. Finally, I met and studied under Phra Acariya Thoon Khippapanyo who has recently passed away on Nov 11, 2008 and is widely accepted as a great Arahant (fully enlightened) teacher of our time. In addition, I have personally read and studied much of the Buddhist scriptures and popular literature available. I have recently undertaken the ordination vows and have become a Buddhist monk in the theravada forest monk tradition. I reside at a temple with many dedicated practitioners and great teachers. I have been practicing training my mind to be aligned with right view (sammaditthi) for over 10 years. I have also been meditating for over 10 years. In my time spent with Acariya Thoon, I learned many things and was able to incorporate them into my life. In addition to practicing Buddhism within temples and my home, I used to own two restaurants and managed commercial real estate. I had to deal with many different and problems. I learned how to use Buddhism to fix my problems, both externally (my environment) and internally (within me).
Organizations
Wat San Fran Dhammaram Temple
KPY - a non-profit religious organization
Publications
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Education/Credentials
Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of California Santa Barbara
MBA from San Francisco State
Awards and Honors
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