| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Karma? | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a question about karma. You see, I think I have a different interpretation of what Karma is ...
A: I think I have told you before that you should not try to analyze in such details on subjects that ...
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| devas | 11/14/2009 |
Q: why do some Buddhist believe in Devas but not in God when the same logic for belief or disbelief ...
A: The Buddha explained the existence of beings in different planes of existence, and in different ...
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| Staff management | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I understand things learned from buddhism on right speech. The issue is the staff under my care many ...
A: First we must understand that in each of us, there are the good traits and the not-so-good traits. ...
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| Your Answer on Last Thought | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I refer to your answer to a reader on the Last Thought. May I know the Sutta from where this ...
A: There are some differences in interpretation regarding the body of a person who has just died. The ...
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| getting happy children to sleep | 11/12/2009 |
Q: What can I say to a happy, active and verbally advanced 3 year old to get her to nap or sleep when ...
A: I too have difficulty to get my 4-yr old granddaughter to sleep. But I have no problem. I fell ...
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| Staff management | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I understand things learned from buddhism on right speech. The issue is the staff under my care many ...
A: Welcome back. I hope my earlier answer meets your expectation. Your question here requires similar ...
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| killing | 11/12/2009 |
Q: Many a time,buddhist promote no killing, but logically mosquitoes being vector of diseases have to ...
A: Yes, you are right, "I think the only way not to kill is to stop eating." The world is surrounded ...
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| devas | 11/12/2009 |
Q: why do some Buddhist believe in Devas but not in God when the same logic for belief or disbelief ...
A: Welcome back. Ok, let's use logic then. Let us consider the belief in God first. I would take ...
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| Theravada Buddhism | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some insight into theravada buddhist women and the types of ...
A: If you are referring to Theravada tradition, I am very sure that there is no such practice. Maybe ...
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| Theravada Buddhism | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some insight into theravada buddhist women and the types of ...
A: I am afraid there is no answer for your query. It is just like asking what do Catholic Christian ...
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| Your Answer on Last Thought | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I refer to your answer to a reader on the Last Thought. May I know the Sutta from where this ...
A: Honestly, I didn't know the relevent sutta before you asked. The "problem" in learning Buddhism, ...
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| religion | 11/5/2009 |
Q: what are some the current Buddhist practices, both personal and social. How do contemporary ...
A: This is an assignment question which has been asked many times. Below was my answer: "The term ...
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| wealth | 10/30/2009 |
Q: It make me ponder at time some seem to work so hard and yet they are financially poor, while some ...
A: This is purely my very personal opinion, which most people will most probably disagree with me. ...
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| Buddhism | 10/22/2009 |
Q: If the world is real and Buddhists believe that we must come at peace with ourselves to find a ...
A: Buddhists would regard this body as an imperfection, with all its flaws especially sickness and old ...
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| Novice Monks | 10/19/2009 |
Q: Choo, my name is Kris Wilson and I've been studying Theravada Buddhism for about two years now. I'm ...
A: At your age you would have a long and interesting life ahead. Take your time to live through and ...
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| Short life | 10/17/2009 |
Q: I have been an atheist or does not subscribe to ritual like a non-religious person but strongly ...
A: May I "copy and paste" this comment by our brother Yu Ban who is the administrator of "Theravada ...
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| 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: I don't think any "magic" breathing technique will solve your "problem". From what you described, ...
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| Character | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have been an atheist or does not subscribe to ritual like a non-religious person but strongly ...
A: To many religions, your good behaviour and noble lifestyle is still not good enough for them. As ...
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| sexuality | 10/15/2009 |
Q: My partner and I have become more and more drawn to Bhuddism over the last few years does it matter ...
A: Welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. It does not matter who or what you are; so long ...
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| meaning without God | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I know there are many Buddhist schools, but they don't tend to admit the existence of a creator God. ...
A: I don't think you are the same Marc who asked many questions a long time ago. I am sorry and I ...
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| is buddha God ? | 10/11/2009 |
Q: how are you sir, I have some question , 1) I wonder what is Buddha ? is he God or man ? 2) ...
A: 1) I wonder what is Buddha ? is he God or man ? There was this story of a stranger who asked the ...
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| Buddhism | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I have a couple related questions. In your opinion, what is the most important aspect of Buddhism? ...
A: In your opinion, what is the most important aspect of Buddhism? The most salient aspect of Buddhism ...
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| Buddhist Worship | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I am entirely new to the religion of Buddhism and would like to know more about Buddhist worship. I ...
A: Before giving you my answers, let me share with you the dilemma faced by a Western (Caucasian) mind. ...
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| Buddhism in the West | 10/2/2009 |
Q: Living in the United States, I’ve seen greater and greater Buddhist influence in this predominantly ...
A: In all human endeavours, there will inevitably be the positive and the negative aspects. There is ...
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| Buddhist Worship | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I am entirely new to the religion of Buddhism and would like to know more about Buddhist worship. I ...
A: and welcome to the path of inner peace and contentment. As with any form of social or religious ...
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| Eternal Happiness | 9/30/2009 |
Q: 1. Lord Buddha promises us Nirvana. What is all the gifts promises by Lord Buddha. I know of ...
A: The Buddha did not promise anyone anything. He proclaimed the Four Noble Truths, which in essence ...
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| ego | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I'm just curious what your opinon on this subject is: Do you think it's possible to completely ...
A: So you have a way out of not having to answer your own question, since you view ego as non-existent. ...
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| ego | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I'm just curious what your opinon on this subject is: Do you think it's possible to completely ...
A: Welcome back. If you read my earlier answer to you carefully, I think you would find the answer. ...
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| looking for a life answer | 9/23/2009 |
Q: "If you want to know what you did in the past, Look at where you are at present. If you want to ...
A: It is said; and also my personal experience that when you share your thoughts to a trusted friend, ...
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| Hello | 9/13/2009 |
Q: Could you please tell me if there is anywhere in the world i would be able to go and live/learn ...
A: Actually you need not have to go to the East to learn Buddhism. The internet provides ample ...
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| Killer who became buddhist in jail | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I’m a french cartoonist and I have a particular question : I’m looking for the name of an american ...
A: Sorry, I don't know the name of the person. But if you do a Google Search on "killer prisoner in ...
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| Sadness | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I live in US and most ppl here are Christians and I am not. My question is I suffer from a mental ...
A: We come to this world with our store-house of past kammic actions. Some good, some are bad. The ...
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| powers of a lama | 9/9/2009 |
Q: Justin, It has been a couple of years since last wrote. Since ten I have taken refuge in the Nyigma ...
A: Welcome back. Sorry for the late reply. Somehow I have missed out on your question only to be ...
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| buddhism | 9/8/2009 |
Q: ok, getting back to self defense, if i kill a person out of self defense should i be accountable for ...
A: "if sex is good why the followers and the buddha himself eventually cut of the life of being ...
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| ego | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have a question about "ego". What is it an ego in simple terms? If I have an ego what do I have, ...
A: Suppose you were waiting patiently for the other car to leave the parking lot so you could park. ...
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| Eternal Happiness | 9/5/2009 |
Q: What then is Eternal Happiness? How do I obtain it? Can you provides with a diagram of Eternal ...
A: Buddhism does not promise "eternal happiness". Buddhism points to the Truth of Unsatisfactoriness; ...
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| buddhism | 9/4/2009 |
Q: ok, getting back to self defense, if i kill a person out of self defense should i be accountable for ...
A: "so self defense is considered murder because as you said it is still killing a life? how about very ...
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| buddhism | 9/2/2009 |
Q: ok, getting back to self defense, if i kill a person out of self defense should i be accountable for ...
A: Jaya, "ok, getting back to self defense, if i kill a person out of self defense should i be ...
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| permamnent | 9/2/2009 |
Q: the buddha said nothing is permanent, for him what is permanent? what is the ultimate and absolute ...
A: Jaya, "what is the buddhist stand for self defense? like killing someone who nearly killed you?" In ...
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| permamnent | 9/1/2009 |
Q: the buddha said nothing is permanent, for him what is permanent? what is the ultimate and absolute ...
A: "the buddha said nothing is permanent, for him what is permanent?" "Change" is permanent. "is ...
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| parenting | 8/31/2009 |
Q: could a mother with dependent children (or any parent for that matter) permanently enter a ...
A: As you put it : "dependent children"; this means the children still depend on the mother for ...
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| patient endurance | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I know different schools of Buddhism have different thoughts. I've come across the term Patient ...
A: I am not aware of any specific Buddhist term; "patient endurance". But in simple English ...
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| Buddhism and loneliness | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I am fairly new to Buddhism and I have a question about Buddhists and loneliness. My parents are ...
A: Friendship is very important. It is always a pleasant feeling to have genuine friends around. ...
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| Dream | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I would like to understand more about a recent dream. I've dreamt of HH Dalai Lama walking into a ...
A: This site is actually about Buddhism. Buddhism is about the teachings of the Buddha. The message ...
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| Anger "Part 2" | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I kind of knew the answer to that but I just needed to hear it from someone else. In past posts I ...
A: Time is a great healer, although a bit slow. Give time to heal your wounds. As for now, whenever ...
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| Anger | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I have been reading about Buddhism & Anger. Of course I could write all the points it makes so I'll ...
A: Welcome back. I have to be honest with you. And for this I shall face the wrath of many good ...
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| Praying for 100th day after death | 8/11/2009 |
Q: May I know is it allow to pray to my mother one day before her 100th day after death? Also how ...
A: This is a follow-up of my earlier comments. If you are interested, please read Rev Dhammika's blog ...
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| proof | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I've been reading the Dali Lama Healing and Anger and he points out that reincarnation can be proven ...
A: Just a clarification here. A lot of people mistakenly regarded the Dalai Lama as the leader of all ...
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| Following a Tradition | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I am here in the West (US) and my I wanted to know if we here in the West can get ourselves too ...
A: It gives one, happiness knowing that one's effort is appreciated. You can post comments in my blog, ...
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| Following a Tradition | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I am here in the West (US) and my I wanted to know if we here in the West can get ourselves too ...
A: When I started learning Buddhism, I was not aware of the existence of the different traditions; and ...
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| Worship | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I have been asking questions about Buddism recently with a Buddist. I said that Buddism believes ...
A: The "desire" the Buddha was referring to was about sensual desires. Sensual desires refer to ...
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| Need help to start | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I'm a 17 year old male and I would like to become a Buddhist. I've read about parts of it and I'm ...
A: Welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. Obviously, you have not read a lot about ...
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| Conciousness | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I am trying to understand the concept of rebirth, anatta, and genetics. When the physical body is ...
A: In the Theravada tradition, it is said that rebirth takes place immediately after death. The other ...
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| Family and the afterlife. | 7/17/2009 |
Q: First before my question I want to give you a little back ground about me, and the question. I am ...
A: When a child comes to you and ask , "Where is Santa Claus?", how would you answer? In the adult ...
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| Helping family members who do not want to help themselves | 7/16/2009 |
Q: This is kind of a follow up to a question I had a few weeks ago. But first I wanted to say to the ...
A: "Would it be safe to say that sometimes to really help someone is to not do anything at all? Make ...
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| negative thoughts/emotions | 7/16/2009 |
Q: 2 of my family members committed suicide from which i got a lot of anxiety. because they had mental ...
A: During this time of anxiety, it is best to seek "comfort" with caring friends, religious teachers, ...
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| Meditation progress? | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I have been meditating for approximately seven months now. What kind of progress would you say that ...
A: Just continue with your present "routine", but don't do it with any expectation. Just be natural, ...
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| Meditation progress? | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I have been meditating for approximately seven months now. What kind of progress would you say that ...
A: There is no "standard" progress towards meditation. Different people will have different ...
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| Commitment, Suffering by choice, alcoholism | 7/2/2009 |
Q: Greetings. I am 50 years old, and have been a practicing Buddhist with a waning waxing practice for ...
A: "What would the Buddha say to me if we could sit and have a nice chat?" I wouldn't know what the ...
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| The Five Precepts | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I refer to the very first one, ie to abstain from killing. I notice that some Buddhists practice ...
A: Yes you are right, this topic will lead to long argument. I also agree with your reasoning. If ...
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| Practice That LeadsTowards Enlightenment | 6/25/2009 |
Q: How are you? I have some questions below that I hope you can help to shed some light on, 1. What is ...
A: Considering the unimaginably and incalculably long time span of one's existence, is it possible that ...
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| Meditation and Enlightenment | 6/24/2009 |
Q: How are you? I have some questions below that I hope you can help to shed some light on, 1. What is ...
A: Welcome back after such a long absence. First I must confess that I am not much of a meditator ...
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| World Religion Class | 6/20/2009 |
Q: . How are young children introduced to the religion of Buddhism? 2. Are children/people baptized ...
A: How are young children introduced to the religion of Buddhism? There is no rigid or stereotyped ...
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| Calming the emotions? | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have a question on meditation. It seems to me that the point of Samatha meditation is to quiet ...
A: Welcome back; again! When you have cultivated a calmed mind, every emotion falls into place. You ...
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| significance of being a gay | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I am a struggling gay who is trying to reconcile with this world and my unwillingness to accept ...
A: Don't worry too much; for you are not alone. There are millions who are like you. Can we say that ...
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| Buddhism, fishing, and sentient beings | 6/13/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to practice the Dhamma and live a detatched life of peace. I have always favored ...
A: Just imagine that you are the fish. Would you like to be treated such? Plants are not sentient ...
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| craving in a long distance relationship | 6/13/2009 |
Q: i practice Vipasanna meditation, in the Goenka tradition and have taken a few 10day courses. the ...
A: I assume that you are living a normal worldly life. Then you should lead your life in a worldly ...
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| buddha | 6/11/2009 |
Q: what was the buddhist stance on sex? is it ok to have premarital sex? you once said arahant is ...
A: It may good academic exercise to probe into details of how people got enlightenment. It is very ...
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| buddha | 6/11/2009 |
Q: what was the buddhist stance on sex? is it ok to have premarital sex? you once said arahant is ...
A: The answer is in the third precept. To elaborate: The third precept states that one should ...
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| Heartache | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I am a mother of 2 kids. One is autistic, the other is low mentality but have really difficult ...
A: It is very heart-breaking to be in your position. The other religions would try to console you that ...
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| eating meat | 6/2/2009 |
Q: If I eat a dead animal that someone else killed, than surely I am a party to that killing am I not? ...
A: First let us consider what constitute killing. A person will be fully responsible for the killing ...
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| Rebirth | 6/1/2009 |
Q: Do you believe that an animal such as a dragonfly can obtain merit in order to be reborn into the ...
A: It is nice to know that one's contributions are appreciated. "Lucky" that you receive "similar" ...
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| Rebirth | 5/31/2009 |
Q: Do you believe that an animal such as a dragonfly can obtain merit in order to be reborn into the ...
A: Our never-ending existence implies a very long time span. During this long time-span a life would ...
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| Meditation | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I have been practicing buddhist meditation for a couple of years, recently I have diagnosed to ...
A: First I have to admit that I am not much of a meditator. However I can share with you whatever ...
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| Buddhism | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I am a mother of 2 children there father and I are divorced. Since I moved out of state I get very ...
A: Kamma plays a big part in our lives, but we must not just surrender to kamma. Right now we have a ...
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| meditation | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I want to ask about meditation .I practice meditation one year 2 years ago.And then I moved in ...
A: There are many types of meditation. The commercialized versions are usually the ones that help you ...
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| contemporary buddhism practices | 5/21/2009 |
Q: How do contemporary Buddhist practices reflect the foundations of the religion?
A: I think I've answered this question before but couldn't find it in the archives. Your question ...
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| Emptiness, meditation, _____________? | 5/21/2009 |
Q: .. it seems I always end up coming here and asking someone something when I have a question ^_^. ...
A: It is beneficial to study Buddhism and put the knowledge into practice. However it would not be so ...
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| Concerns about eating meat and animal products. | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I am new to Buddhism and have been trying to gradually transform my life into one of mindful living. ...
A: Welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. The dietician will tell you that you are what ...
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| year 12 assingment Information | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Bear and i am doing a year 12 report on the selected religion of Buddhism. Buddhism has been of a ...
A: How do Buddhist pray? Most people assume that in religion one must pray. Although it's true in most ...
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| Thank You | 5/19/2009 |
Q: After thinking about your answer I guess deep down inside I knew the answer. You're right!! I come ...
A: You can always communicate with me whenever you feel like it. Whether it's a Christian family or ...
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| compassion & helping others | 5/19/2009 |
Q: At 50yrs old I am young at Buddhism. Only a couple of years. I have stuck to the basics and really ...
A: The line is there when you have had enough. Enough is enough; you are not being hard on them. ...
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| why are we here? | 5/19/2009 |
Q: . I am a practicing Buddhist..and many people ask me this question..I really only know what I have ...
A: It is enough encouragement for me to do my best to answer all questions. A form of desire? Ha ha ...
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| why are we here? | 5/19/2009 |
Q: . I am a practicing Buddhist..and many people ask me this question..I really only know what I have ...
A: If we follow the scriptures, then the second of the 4 Noble Truths gives the answer. We are here ...
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| regret | 5/18/2009 |
Q: My only child 19 yr old daughter committed suicide 4 yrs ago.Since then I have been searching for ...
A: My heart grieves with you. Perhaps by sharing my story with you may soothe your sorrow a little ...
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| Beginning | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Justin, I hope you are doing well, I am writing in regards to gaining some advice I hope you might ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Buddhism funeral ceremonies | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I am currently doing an assignment on how compatible Buddhism and Hindu death beliefs/ funerals are. ...
A: As I said, there is no "standard" funeral procedure for Buddhists. Most rites and rituals would be ...
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| Buddhism's point of view on xenotransplantation? | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I have been research on Buddhism's aspects on bioethics and xenoptransplantation. I know that ...
A: Actually I have answered your question if you read carefully. <<1. Do Buddhism accept ...
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| life without buddha | 5/18/2009 |
Q: What do you think life would be like without the Buddha?
A: Life without the Buddha will simply be life living in ignorance. The Four Noble Truths would not be ...
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| Buddhism's point of view on xenotransplantation? | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I have been research on Buddhism's aspects on bioethics and xenoptransplantation. I know that ...
A: This is the first time that I come across such terms. So I searched Wikipedia : "Bioethics is the ...
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| buddhism | 5/11/2009 |
Q: for clarification, because i read buddhism primarily on dhammanda book and narada buddha and his ...
A: <<what is the concept of compassion in buddhism? does the heart involve in compassion or just as the ...
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| Bodhisattva Vows | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could eliminate some confusion I have on the Bodhisattva Vows. I read that ...
A: Don't worry too much about your confusion. It is indeed very confusing. To reduce this confusion, ...
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| buddhism | 5/10/2009 |
Q: for clarification, because i read buddhism primarily on dhammanda book and narada buddha and his ...
A: <<sori for irritating you have a little patience thanks!>> Yes, I am ashamed to admit that I was a ...
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| buddha | 5/10/2009 |
Q: ok, but they experienced the same enligtenment or nirvana per say like nirvana with and w/o residue? ...
A: I suggest that you take your time to study the Buddha's teachings. Many concepts are beyond our ...
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| Song stuck in my head? | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a question pertaining to what one should do when one is trying to meditate and one has a song ...
A: My answer would sound like a joke to you but it works. We have to be practical and use our common ...
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| buddha | 5/9/2009 |
Q: ok, but they experienced the same enligtenment or nirvana per say like nirvana with and w/o residue? ...
A: Welcome back. It is said that there are 4 stages of progress towards achieving liberation; ...
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| Is meditation necessary? | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering - are the various forms of meditation, such as loving-kindness meditation, ...
A: I hope this is not your last question. Please do come back if you need any clarification, or to ...
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| Is meditation necessary? | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering - are the various forms of meditation, such as loving-kindness meditation, ...
A: From the scriptures, the most relevent sutta is the "Four foundations of Mindfulness" the ...
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| Is meditation necessary? | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering - are the various forms of meditation, such as loving-kindness meditation, ...
A: I know that you are not asking any question but making your point. You have a good point. I am ...
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| bodhisatta | 5/4/2009 |
Q: there are 3 kinds of buddhas a samma pacceka and sravaka are sravaka and pacceka also referred as ...
A: "so it means mahayana teachings are later inventions and not the original?" You can decide for ...
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| bodhisatta | 5/3/2009 |
Q: there are 3 kinds of buddhas a samma pacceka and sravaka are sravaka and pacceka also referred as ...
A: There are 2 types of Buddhas. Sammasambuddha, the fully enlightened Buddha who can preach to the ...
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| karma | 5/3/2009 |
Q: how does karma operate? is it direct cause and effect because i read narada's book that says "what ...
A: "some forms of buddhism means that bodhisatta delays enligtenment to save all beings" This is the ...
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| If you see the Buddha, kill him? | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have seen this Koan many times, and I believe it refers to the fact that you should never focus ...
A: From what you have described, I would term it as a mental "merry-go-round". Why go to such lengthy ...
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| Unwholesome thoughts | 5/3/2009 |
Q: Recently,I nearly got into trouble because of some unwholesome thoughts that existed for about 2 ...
A: 1) How do I get rid of unwholesome thoughts? What are the things I can do? Acknowledge those ...
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| karma | 5/2/2009 |
Q: how does karma operate? is it direct cause and effect because i read narada's book that says "what ...
A: Before proceeding further on this discussion about kamma, it is said that kamma is one of those ...
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| karma | 5/1/2009 |
Q: how does karma operate? is it direct cause and effect because i read narada's book that says "what ...
A: "What karma predominates at the moment of death good or bad will be the result of the next birth" ; ...
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| Mean People | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I am a newly practicing Buddhist and tend to follow the Theravada tradition. There are so many ...
A: What you are going through is what the Buddha termed "Dukkha", meaning "difficult to bear". Please ...
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| religion assignment. | 4/28/2009 |
Q: Hey Justin, I'm Aaron. As an assignment for religion, we have been told to research on a Buddhist ...
A: As your assignment relates to "Australian worshipers" I think you should interview an Aussie ...
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| one with everything | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I have recently been reading a book that I find very similar to the concepts of buddhism. I am ...
A: Don't worry, I don't understand either. Ha ha ha!! Sometimes when we don't understand, it may mean ...
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| Buddhism funeral ceremonies | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I am currently doing an assignment on how compatible Buddhism and Hindu death beliefs/ funerals are. ...
A: The teachings of the Buddha are about seeking understanding of life, in order to live in peace and ...
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| Nibbana | 4/25/2009 |
Q: 1) i) In the Dependent Origination, Mental Formation leads to Relinking Citta that later leads to ...
A: It would help me to review your comments if you could identify the source(s) where you got your ...
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| Chanting | 4/24/2009 |
Q: It's me again. I've got a problem in accepting & doing rituals which I don't understand. Eg. a lot ...
A: Of course you can't chant while at the same time read the English translation. There is nothing to ...
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| Chanting | 4/23/2009 |
Q: It's me again. I've got a problem in accepting & doing rituals which I don't understand. Eg. a lot ...
A: Welcome back. Most chanting books in Pali will have English translations by the side. Go to any ...
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| Zhen Qi meditation | 4/22/2009 |
Q: Hope you can answer this question on my mind. Recently in Penang, there were sessions by an old ...
A: Welcome to this site. Sounds like you are from my hometown. "Meditation" in a general sense, is ...
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| Healing my mind | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me advice on self-healing.They say your subconscious mind,holds ...
A: Time is the greatest healer! Another common suggestion is that you take a holiday. On a more ...
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| desires | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I am confused about the whole concept regarding desires in Buddhism. I understand that I am always ...
A: The "desire" the Buddha was referring to was about sensual desires. Sensual desires refer to ...
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| conflict with brother | 4/16/2009 |
Q: i am just starting to study buddhism and attending a zendo. with that said, i am wondering how to ...
A: It is relevant that i know your age and that of your brother. If he is just a little boy, then you ...
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| Are there any arahants? | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Are there any arahants, enlightened beings alive today? I can understand that it takes many ...
A: I really don't know whether there are arahats today. We don't need arahats to teach us the truth. ...
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| how to become a buddhist | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I am very interested in becoming a Buddhist but fear the population is too low in the area of which ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| What can I expect? | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I am very grateful to find that there is someone like yourself to answer the questions of people ...
A: It's always a pleasure to share whatever knowledge I have about Buddhism with anyone who cares to ...
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| Do plants have consciousness?? | 4/5/2009 |
Q: How are you doing these days? Hope you are doing fine. I would be really glad if you can take your ...
A: I am fine, thank you. 1.Do plants have consciousness like humans and other animals? Plants do not ...
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| Karma? | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I just have a quick question on Karma - i have tried looking for it on various websites, but I ...
A: Welcome again. You are a real thinking Buddhist. It's good that you think and analyse, instead of ...
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| Homework help | 4/1/2009 |
Q: Hey, im not sure if youll be able to help, but im doing some homework and we are learning about ...
A: I shall give you very simple answers, but thought provoking. "Why is there suffering" It is the ...
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| Awareness? | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I just have a quick question on consciousness or awareness (I hope you don't mind). How is it ...
A: Welcome back. Since this is a "quick" question, let me give you a quick answer. If you can see ...
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| pledge of allegiance, support of gay and lesbians, interracial dating | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I am doing a college assignment about different religions and my questions are: Do Buddhists believe ...
A: I don't know what Pledge of Allegiance is. But certainly Buddhists don't believe this. Buddhism is ...
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| Fishing | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I have been practicing Buddhism for about 4 years. I know we are supposed to refrain from killing. I ...
A: As you quite rightly use the right word "refrain". You are a good Buddhist, no doubt. Please ...
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| karma confussion | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have a quick question about Karma. I understood that after death, karma was an a-moral force, ...
A: Whatever attributes or lack of them when a child is born is due to kamma. It is its kammic energy ...
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| Buddhism and happiness | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I am going to write an essay answering the"There are people in the world who are happier than we ...
A: Let's talk in general. "Happiness" is a conditioned feeling, meaning that it needs certain ...
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| I don't full understand about something | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I reading about how to convert to Buddhist? What is the step(s) to convert? And do you have to pray ...
A: There is no ritual to "convert" to Buddhism. You only need to practise the teachings of the Buddha ...
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| buddhism vs science | 3/13/2009 |
Q: How does buddhism fare with science? As you might know, many world religions today have some ...
A: Buddhism never has any qualms with science. In fact it is more scientific than science. The Buddha ...
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| Tantric Empowerments | 3/3/2009 |
Q: What are the significants of getting or attending a tantric empowerment? Can one reach nabana or ...
A: However, I don't know this "tantric empowerment" means. Sounds like "Tibetan" Buddhism. Perhaps ...
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| buddhism | 3/2/2009 |
Q: First, about you, what made you want to start practicing buddhism? What is the purpose of ...
A: I was born into a Buddhist family; but I learned Buddhism through self study and listen to talks by ...
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| suffering | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I know life is suffering, but some people suffer much, much more than others, ie. constant pain, ...
A: The Buddhist perspective is totally different from the Christian approach. The Buddha expounded the ...
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| A Few Quick Questions | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I am in a philosophy class right now, and we are doing a unit on Buddhism at the moment. One of our ...
A: The 4 Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are the fundamental teachings of the Buddha. It has ...
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| Buddhism vs. solipsism? | 2/24/2009 |
Q: back again ^_^. Hope you don't mind, but I have been reading several books about buddhism, and I ...
A: Nicholaas, I think you should let your mind rest awhile. If you analyze too much on anything, you ...
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| Buddhism vs. solipsism? | 2/23/2009 |
Q: back again ^_^. Hope you don't mind, but I have been reading several books about buddhism, and I ...
A: Welcome back. Thought I'd never "see" you again!! Quite frankly, this is the first time I come ...
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| Questions | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I have read many books on Buddhism. After reading about your experience I feel you can help me with ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and contentment. The journey will be a long but rewarding one. ...
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| Affair | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I think my friend is having an affair with another man.I do not think her husband knows. She is not ...
A: It is always very difficult to live together with others. On the other scale of things, it is always ...
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| Christian Buddhist. | 2/15/2009 |
Q: Am I aloud to be a Buddhist but also claim Christianity?
A: The question is not whether you are "allowed", but whether it is possible to be both a Buddhist and ...
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| Re-birth? | 2/14/2009 |
Q: .. I have been looking into buddhism, and I found that almost all of it's doctrines have some ...
A: Caucasians are generally not used to sitting cross legged. So it will take some time to get used to ...
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| arhat | 2/14/2009 |
Q: it is said arhats when they die they are unto parinirvana right? bodhiosattvas gained enligtenment ...
A: Answer to your question is implied in my earlier reply to you. I quoted "Buddhist Dictionary" for ...
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| democracy in Burma | 2/14/2009 |
Q: Choo, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi has been under house arrest most of the time (19 years) since she ran and ...
A: As they say, politics and religion don't mix. In a peaceful environment, it is very easy to ...
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| arhat | 2/13/2009 |
Q: it is said arhats when they die they are unto parinirvana right? bodhiosattvas gained enligtenment ...
A: Welcome back. As I follow the Theravada tradition, and explained in my earlier answers, the ...
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| Re-birth? | 2/13/2009 |
Q: .. I have been looking into buddhism, and I found that almost all of it's doctrines have some ...
A: Welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. Buddhism is about universal truths which ...
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| Buddhahood | 2/12/2009 |
Q: When one realizes their perfect buddha nature is a sign omniscience.And have perfect recall of there ...
A: I don't quite understand your question. I think you want to know whether when a person attained ...
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| arhat | 2/11/2009 |
Q: it is said arhats when they die they are unto parinirvana right? bodhiosattvas gained enligtenment ...
A: I shall answer your questions within the context of the Theravada tradition. For this I have ...
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| Anatta? | 2/9/2009 |
Q: Nicolaas again. I have one last question that I wish to ask you. Two actually, but consider the ...
A: I hope this won't be your last question. If it is, then take good care of yourself and be happy. ...
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| Anatta? | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have a questions pertaining to Anatta. I believe I already asked you a question, and it helped, so ...
A: Welcome back. I am happy to know that my answers to your previous questions are of help to you. ...
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| how to become one? | 2/6/2009 |
Q: Im 15, and i have really wanted to become a buddest for ages and i've read up about them and i ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Re-birth? | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I am a 14 year old beginning theravada Buddhist, originally an atheist, but recently (a few weeks ...
A: You have asked a very difficult question and equally will be difficult to provide an adequate ...
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| Hello, | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I did a lot of thinking before becoming a Buddhist but live in an area where Buddhist's are not ...
A: I think you are the same Lauren who has asked me a quite similar question. The answer I repeat ...
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| Appropriate attitude on hatred | 1/27/2009 |
Q: There's a question bothering me for quite a long time. The purpose of asking is actually simple: to ...
A: "An easy answer is: forgive. Certainly, "forgive" is not equal to "forget"." You are certainly right ...
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| How Do I Explain Buddhism to my Friend? | 1/26/2009 |
Q: My friend recently found out I practice Buddhism, and of course, has all kinds of misconceptions ...
A: First, welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. It is always difficult to respond to a ...
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| Anti-dote Question | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I have read that fear is ill-will towards the future and that compassion is the anti-dote for ...
A: We don't have to be too worried to interprete concepts in such detail and trying to fit them nicely ...
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| Anti-dote Question | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I have read that fear is ill-will towards the future and that compassion is the anti-dote for ...
A: Welcome back. "Fear" is a form of suffering, you're right. To relate fear within the context of ...
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| Buddhism today ? | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have a question, can buddhism be a religion for our current time? Is that possible? With all the ...
A: Buddhism is about living in peace with oneself and the society. The key word is "peace with ...
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| Anti-dote Question | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have read that fear is ill-will towards the future and that compassion is the anti-dote for ...
A: "I have read that fear is ill-will towards the future.." The above statement is new to me. ...
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| Questions on Buddhism for research paper | 1/20/2009 |
Q: How has religion shaped your life? What are the challenges, if any, to practicing this particular ...
A: Sharon, How has religion shaped your life? To accept many things that are beyond my control. What ...
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| Chance | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I understand the meaning between cause and effect. And with the example of the sunami, I understand ...
A: I have answered this question before. But later I came across a better exposition on this subject by ...
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| A Buddhist Neophyte | 1/15/2009 |
Q: Do Buddhists believe in a higher being? A Creator? I intend to visit a Buddhist temple within the ...
A: and welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. Buddhists believe the existence of beings ...
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| Do Buddhists have Guardian Angels | 1/14/2009 |
Q: Westerners/Christians believe that every human has at least two guardian angels. Do Buddhists also ...
A: (I have a friend whose daughter's name is "Apple".) Buddhists believe that there are good angels ...
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| Practicing | 1/13/2009 |
Q: What would be the practical aspects of Buddhism to live in peace with ourselves in this dangerous ...
A: I don't why you changed my statement into a question. Actually there is nothing much for us to ...
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| Help! | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I have alot of questions for you, 1. Can you have a drink once and awhile? Because Im getting ...
A: Don't worry. Keep your questions coming and I shall be happy to answer all of them. 1. Can you ...
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| Onsens | 1/8/2009 |
Q: In researching the medicinal side of onsens in Japan, I've come across several references about ...
A: Very frankly this is the first time I come across this term. On searching Wikipedia @ ...
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| Where are the forest monasteries in Malaysia? | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I am interested to stay in a forest monastery in Malaysia but not sure where. I once went to Suan ...
A: I presume that you are a Malaysian. To the best of my knowledge, the place that fits your ...
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| Sexual Relationships according to Buddhism | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I know this is going to be a bit large mail but please don’t treat this as garbage. I m really ...
A: Welcome back. As I said you can visit me any time you want. I am here specifically to answer your ...
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| Human Origin 2 | 12/16/2008 |
Q: Sorry, I just asked a question but I think I can make it more clear. Evolutionists believe that we ...
A: Your questions look the same to me. My earlier answers still apply. Just to make some comments ...
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| Human Origin | 12/16/2008 |
Q: Choo: Can you explain Buddhism’s concept of human origin? Creationists teach that humans came from ...
A: When we talk about time-scale in the cycle of existence, we need to free our mindset from the ...
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| Mayahana Buddhism | 12/16/2008 |
Q: 1]How can you differentiate between Gautama Buddha from Amitabah Buddha?......as there are so many ...
A: 1.First you have to differentiate the different schools of Buddhism. Theravada text (the Tipitaka) ...
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| question on Buddhist concept of person | 12/15/2008 |
Q: compliment to you Justin. i want to know what they Buddhists conceive a person to be? firstly how do ...
A: It is very difficult for one who is new to Buddhism to understand the Buddhist concept of a "person" ...
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| difficult !! | 12/15/2008 |
Q: im a little confused . getting on to , im 59. ( almost ) my freind is a devout christian , no probs ...
A: The message is that we should not indulge in unwholesome thoughts. In this case, the action was ...
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| death and calamities | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I have a problems in life. I think that the ultimate goal of life to achieve liberation. A person ...
A: I have problems too. Not one in this world has no problem. It is the very nature of existence. ...
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| How are the three schools of Buddhism similar? Different? | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I've heard that the 3 buddhist schools [Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana] builds upon one another ...
A: Broadly speaking, there are actually two main schools of Buddhism. Vajrayana or Tibetan Buddhism is ...
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| Diamond Sutra | 12/6/2008 |
Q: In the diamond sutra Buddha explains that when infinite amount of sentient beings have been ...
A: Actually I follow the Theravada tradition. The Diamond Sutra is found in the Mahayana tradition. ...
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| Becoming a Buddhist | 12/4/2008 |
Q: Good Morning, after long thought and thinking, I have decided to become a Buddhist. I do not know ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Compassion Killing | 12/4/2008 |
Q: If one intentionally killed a dying animal out of compassion to prevent further suffering would that ...
A: One of the ways to learn Buddhism is by discussing with different friends and teachers. This will ...
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| Nirvana | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I am trying to write an essay at university, on the differences between Theravada and mahayana ...
A: I assume that you are doing this purely on an academic basis for your assignment. After this you ...
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| buddhism dubai | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I have moved to Dubai, and Buddhism starts making sense to me through martial arts, however I feel ...
A: Although some martial arts have some mention of Buddhism, please remember that they have absolutely ...
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| Christmas Carolling- a Buddhist | 12/2/2008 |
Q: may I ask a question? As a Buddhist, I know it sounds weird, but I and my friends often go ...
A: It very much depends on the motive of your participation. If it is just joining in during this ...
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| Nirvana | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I am trying to write an essay at university, on the differences between Theravada and mahayana ...
A: I assume that you have found the info on the main topic except for not understanding the part on ...
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| Compassion Killing | 11/29/2008 |
Q: If one intentionally killed a dying animal out of compassion to prevent further suffering would that ...
A: Please feel free to ask further if you are not clear. I shall try my best to clarify your doubts. ...
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| Compassion Killing | 11/28/2008 |
Q: If one intentionally killed a dying animal out of compassion to prevent further suffering would that ...
A: The Buddhist concept of killing involves 5 conditions: 1. The victim of the killing must be a ...
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| Buddhist | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I am trying to help my 7th grader aqnswer this question for school. What is the Buddhist concept of ...
A: It is very difficult for one who is new to Buddhism to understand the Buddhist concept of "self". ...
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| Buddhism | 11/23/2008 |
Q: What is the typical Buddhist altar design?
A: There is no "standard" or "typical" Buddhist alter. It all depends on where you are; who you are; ...
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| living as a lay buddhist | 11/23/2008 |
Q: Can you talk about how you cope with owning and exercising material wealth while you pursue buddhist ...
A: The Buddha's ultimate teachings are about the eradication of unsatisfactoriness or more often ...
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| The Four Truths | 11/13/2008 |
Q: The need to end cravings and desire is key, yet how can someone curb desires for love and is that ...
A: The Four Noble Truths are ultimate truths. They go beyond the normal interpretation of life. The ...
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| Buddhist vows | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have seen Buddhists taking vows in temples. Are vows not taken in temples relevant? Is it possible ...
A: I am not sure what you mean by "vows". Budhhists don't make vows. Buddhists may make aspirations. ...
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| hello | 11/6/2008 |
Q: i have asked these same questions to another Buddhist on here but I will ask this to you also so I ...
A: I shall try my best to answer your questions. Now your second question first as it is more urgent. ...
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| Buddhism | 11/5/2008 |
Q: what is there most popular celebration
A: The most important holiday is Wesak Day which falls on the full moon day of May. It marks the day ...
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| Reincarnation Question | 11/4/2008 |
Q: Below is a statement you made to A True Malaysian: Other life forms can be reborn as humans. There ...
A: The Buddha talked about "rebirth" and not "reincarnation". These two concepts are different but I ...
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| Reincarnation Question | 11/3/2008 |
Q: Below is a statement you made to A True Malaysian: Other life forms can be reborn as humans. There ...
A: " I very much doubt that you can do that, but if you can I would like to hear what you have to say. ...
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| Reincarnation Question | 11/2/2008 |
Q: Below is a statement you made to A True Malaysian: Other life forms can be reborn as humans. There ...
A: "Other religions make these kind of wide sweeping statements (different claims) too and they will ...
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| Still the same problem | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I am very sorry to ask the same problem. But you haven't recommend me who is the man told you that ...
A: I am sorry I don't remember who told me. Maybe it's just my interpretation. You need not have to ...
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| Samsedajayoni | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Justin Choo Have my questions been accepted and answered? Perhaps I will rewrite my question if my ...
A: Andry, Actually I recommended you to read that book to know what Buddhism is all about. As for ...
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| Buddha's miracles | 10/23/2008 |
Q: Do you believe that Buddha did miracles like walking on water etc... If he did we can also do them ...
A: From the text, the Buddha performed more fantastic miraculous acts than just walking on water. ...
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| self-realization | 10/23/2008 |
Q: Self-realization is enlightenment. Can anyone attains this or only certain people can achieve ...
A: "Self-realization" to me means a general term denoting certain awareness by oneself. It can mean ...
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| struggling with attachment | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I am very interested in buddhism but I am struggling with the concept of attachment. I am recently ...
A: I have commented on this several times. May I post it here again. After reading through this, you ...
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| Samsedajayoni | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Justin Choo Have my questions been accepted and answered? Perhaps I will rewrite my question if my ...
A: 1. If you are confused, please read this book first before you go to other sources: ...
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| Buddhism | 10/17/2008 |
Q: 1. How long does it takes to complete the study of Buddhism? 2. If one earn a pHD in Buddhism, ...
A: Henry, You have not given any information on yourself which makes it difficult to know whether my ...
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| Buddhism | 10/16/2008 |
Q: 1. How long does it takes to complete the study of Buddhism? 2. If one earn a pHD in Buddhism, ...
A: 1. How long does it takes to complete the study of Buddhism? To study is easy; to understand, ...
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| Buddhism | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Buddhism does not believe in God? Does Buddhism stress how to obtain wealth? I mean I want to ...
A: <<If we can't avoid calamity completely, how do we find safety in life. >> You can't. You can only ...
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| Buddhism | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Buddhism does not believe in God? Does Buddhism stress how to obtain wealth? I mean I want to ...
A: Henry, Buddhism does not believe in God? Correct. Does Buddhism stress how to obtain wealth? I ...
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| Death | 10/15/2008 |
Q: How do you escape death completely?
A: There are 3 peculiar questions pending my answers. I suspect they are from the same person, ...
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| Buddhism | 10/13/2008 |
Q: Why do we study Buddhism? What is the benefits of studying Buddhism?
A: A straight forward answer is : We study Buddhism because we want to know what Buddhism is. The only ...
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| Buddhism and self-esteem | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I am grappling with my low-self esteem which causes me to live my life in a negative way: making ...
A: Most of us suffer from lack of self-esteem at one time or another. It is quite natural to ...
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| Samsedajayoni | 10/10/2008 |
Q: Justin Choo Have my questions been accepted and answered? Perhaps I will rewrite my question if my ...
A: I think it may mean "moisture aided". This is what I would take it to mean. Then many insect ...
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| Questions | 10/8/2008 |
Q: For an online class, we have to ask an expert about an Eastern religion. In the end, I chose ...
A: 1. I was born in a so-called Buddhist family. Buddhist knowledge is usually minimal in many ...
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| Salvation for everyone in Buddhism | 10/7/2008 |
Q: According to Buddhism, is there any information or opinions on the matter of how many living ...
A: The universe is such an unimaginable vastness. The universe is so vast that even if there is an end ...
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| Typical day | 10/5/2008 |
Q: What does a typical day in the life of a Buddhist entail?
A: This is most interesting! If I may ask a question back? What does a typical day in the life of a ...
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| General questions about Buddhism | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Buddhism for my philosophy class. 1. How do you think the practice of Buddhism has changed the ...
A: 1. So long as people never change even in the name of religion, what is there to change in a nation? ...
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| death | 10/4/2008 |
Q: i am not afraid to die. what does this mean?
A: This question is too open-ended. If it is referring to some one who said that, then you have to ask ...
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| A few questions about Buddhism | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I have been researching Buddhism and other Eastern religions for a class that I am taking, and I had ...
A: 1. We can say that the teachings of the Buddha are of 2 levels. One is for the lay people. The ...
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| Buddhism | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I study eastern and western thought as an online course, and my instructor has asked me to ask you a ...
A: 1. Buddhism is about living in peace and contentment. It does not hinder anyone who wants to be ...
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| Questions on Buddhism | 10/3/2008 |
Q: Mr. Choo. I am in an online class in which an assignment was given to "interview" an expert on an ...
A: 1. This is too broad a question. But I shall try to answer the best I can. Being a Buddhist means ...
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| Learning more about Buddhism | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I have an assignment that requires me to interview an expert like yourself about Buddhism. So if ...
A: 1. The Buddha discovered the way to peace and happiness through realizing the true nature of life ...
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| Learning about Buddhism | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I am a 30 year old woman from the United States. I recently moved to Dubai. I have always ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. The best place is to start with the Buddhist ...
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| want to know about buddism | 9/22/2008 |
Q: i have an assignment on diversity so please Can you tell me that what bhuddism means to you and what ...
A: Buddhism is more about experiencing one's inner peace. It is about non-violence and harmlessness. ...
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| Dietary Restrictions | 9/17/2008 |
Q: =] What are Buddhists Dietary Restrictions?
A: Monks and nuns from the Mahayana tradition are vegetarians. The rest are not required to. Lay ...
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| A friend who steals. | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I am doing my best to stay on the path and I do not take anything that is not given, however, my ...
A: Very easy to solve your "problem". If you have every reason to believe that it was stolen and do ...
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| Buddhism help please | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I am doing a school project and need as much information on Buddhism as I can obtain. Where is ...
A: "Where is Buddhism practiced?" Strange question. Buddhism is practised everywhere. "What effect ...
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| buddhism | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I followed your website on becomeing a Buddha. As i am now officially a Buddha, what do I do now? I ...
A: A person who practices the teachings of the Buddha and take refuge in the Buddha is called a ...
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| master | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I am 73 years old, born just 14 days after the Dahli Lama was reincarnated. I have been reading ...
A: You are practising the Tibetan tradition of Buddhism. I follow the Theravada tradition. There is ...
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| Buddhist clergy | 9/8/2008 |
Q: Choo, I have been a student of Buddhism for several years now. From what I have seen and read ...
A: The Buddha laid down certain rules for those who wanted to be monks. In Theravada, 227 rules. In ...
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| some help .. | 9/6/2008 |
Q: can u send me a web page .. that has all of buddha's past life stories i want to know about ...
A: Go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jataka_tales and click on the external sites at the bottom of ...
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| Reincarnation, Rebirth | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I am a believer of reincarnation, rebirth. Someone has posed me a question that if reincarnation, ...
A: Surprise, surprise!! You have visited my blog, now you are in my room!! Very good. You have ...
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| Buddhism | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Can people ever reach enlightenment without following the Eightfold Path and the Four Noble Truths? ...
A: The Noble Eightfold Path is the blueprint to liberation from this cycle of births and deaths. Call ...
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| Buddhist Monk healthcare considerations | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I am an RN in a rehabilitation hospital. Today we received a Buddhist monk as a patient. He does ...
A: Buddhist monks are a peculiar lot. They come in different shapes and sizes. I am talking about ...
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| Life | 8/26/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me a bit about people who is pure evil? How do you deal with them? In addition, how do ...
A: Actually, your question is too general. Different situations call for different approaches. To ...
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| Buddhism concepts | 8/26/2008 |
Q: DOes Buddhism believe in God. Heaven and Hell? What will happen after our death? Will we judged by ...
A: This is always a very BIG question!! And a very sensitive one too!! First we must define what we ...
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| Do you think that life is just a dream? | 8/26/2008 |
Q: -Do you think or believe that your life is only just a dream? Do you believe your present life is ...
A: Rambo, First I wish to remind you that this is a Buddhist site where I answer questions on ...
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| Life | 8/26/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me a bit about people who is pure evil? How do you deal with them? In addition, how do ...
A: Henry, If I can deal with people who are pure evil, then I would be the greatest leader on earth! ...
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| Do you think that life is just a dream? | 8/25/2008 |
Q: -Do you think or believe that your life is only just a dream? Do you believe your present life is ...
A: Our understanding of this existence is flawed. We wrongly interprete this existence because of our ...
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| grasping and clinging | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I am struggling with the idea of grasping and clinging with regards to my children - by loving them ...
A: The Buddhist concept of "grasping and clinging" is deeper than just "worrying" about our children. ...
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| Do you think that life is just a dream? | 8/24/2008 |
Q: -Do you think or believe that your life is only just a dream? Do you believe your present life is ...
A: My Dear Rambo, (You have set two records in this place. The first record was when you first ...
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| Does the reality exist? | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I have read article from some website...and I have some issue concerning the existence of science ...
A: As I have suggested you better take a holiday and free your mind from analyzing too many ...
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| being a monk | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i would like to be a buddhist monk. i have been studing for some time now. i have a vietnamese ...
A: To disaapoint you, I don't think you will "see" me in Nibbana "sometime". I am definitely not up to ...
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| death of loved ones and buddhism | 8/10/2008 |
Q: In Buddhism, how does one deal with the concept of seeing again or reuniting with loved ones who ...
A: Welcome to the path of contentment and inner peace. Please take your time to learn more of the ...
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| Does the reality exist? | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have read article from some website...and I have some issue concerning the existence of science ...
A: You have written the longest posting so far. I don't think there will be a longer posting that ...
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| Faces ghostly around a person that i met | 8/1/2008 |
Q: All my life , i have seen unknown faces , from Clouds, to Hell pictures. These were given to me by ...
A: I honestly don't know what you are trying to convey. If there is one advice I can give, that would ...
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| Brain malfunction question | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Some time ago I was talking to a fellow whose brother had a head injury. He told me that his ...
A: (Please start a new "Ask a Question" should you need to continue this discussion, so that it won't ...
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| Buddhism | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I am not a Buddhist but would like to know from your point of view How does this religion recover ...
A: I am not very sure what you mean by "How does this religion recover from weakness". I would take it ...
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| Brain malfunction question | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Some time ago I was talking to a fellow whose brother had a head injury. He told me that his ...
A: The stream of consciousness never stops. As a human being, this stream needs a medium to function ...
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| Brain malfunction question | 7/27/2008 |
Q: Some time ago I was talking to a fellow whose brother had a head injury. He told me that his ...
A: I have to be honest with you that what I'm going to say is just my personal opinion, for anyone can ...
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| sex in buddhism | 7/26/2008 |
Q: Are buddhist allowed to have sex? If they are, is there anything that they are limited to?
A: To the general populations of the world, religion means surrendering themselves to the dictates of ...
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| Karma Questions | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Here is a quote from a Buddhist monk that I read. “Whatever happens in our life happens because we ...
A: Welcome back. You are right saying "The Buddha said most emphatically that we should not accept ...
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| meditation | 7/5/2008 |
Q: Hey i was just wondering if you could clarify something for me in relation to meditation. What ...
A: Welcome back; I'm sure you're the same Craig! Actually whatever we do, we need a certain level of ...
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| Judging Question | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I am becoming increasingly aware how judgements based on emotional preferences can cause much ...
A: This is just a follow-up. Thanks for your ratings. [You are invited to visit my blog:] ...
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| Reincarnation in animal form | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Somewhere I read that on the road to Nirvana, a Buddhist monk may choose the form of an animal if ...
A: Never heard of that. Just think, is there really an animal that can better serve mankind than a ...
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| No | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have been trying to understand what is meant by "no I" in Buddhist literature and I am hoping you ...
A: I am very happy that you fully understood this concept of the changing entity. When you were 5, it ...
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| Euthanasia | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have a dog that needs to be put down. I am struggling with this decision as I believe that all ...
A: Yours is a very common dilemma where there is no simple answer. As an arm-chair commentator, it is ...
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| Buddhism questions | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have a term paper due in college about Buddhism and I have to inerview one person: 1. Is Buddhism ...
A: 1. It is very easy. The most salient aspect of Buddhism is freedom in its practice. The Buddha ...
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| No "I" Questions | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have been trying to understand what is meant by "no I" in Buddhist literature and I am hoping you ...
A: The "no I" concept is the 3rd characteristic of what we call the 3 characteristics of the nature of ...
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| Pure Land | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Justin, I'm glad to discover this webpage of yours. I'm ardent believer of the Pure Land sect. But ...
A: You can find adequate info from http://www.buddhanet.net/ at the e-book library and file library ...
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| Buddhism | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I as well am doing a report on Buddhism but my questions are different but I am going to combine ...
A: This is a follow-up. Thanks for your ratings. [You are invited to visit my blog:] ...
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| Buddhism and the military | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Justinchoo, I took my refuges and precepts on sunday however I did not take the 1st precept due to ...
A: What I meant was that Buddhists take all the five precepts together. We either take the five ...
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| Buddhism and the military | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Justinchoo, I took my refuges and precepts on sunday however I did not take the 1st precept due to ...
A: This is a follow-up: [You are invited to visit my blog:] http://lifeislikethat999.blogspot.com/ ...
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| miscarraige | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I would like to know the Buddhist answer to miscarriage. I am a new student to Buddhism. I have ...
A: This is a follow-up. Thanks for your generous ratings. [You are invited to visit my blog:] ...
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| miscarraige | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I would like to know the Buddhist answer to miscarriage. I am a new student to Buddhism. I have ...
A: Please remember that kamma is just one of the 5 cosmic laws that affect our lives, although it is ...
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| Buddhism - Logically Flawed? | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Having just completed a somewhat basic AS level course on Religious Studies which focused on ...
A: This is a follow-up to invite you to visit my blogs: [You are invited to visit my blogs:] ...
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| Getting Started with Buddhism | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have several things I wanted to discuss with you: The first thing is I am coming to Buddhism from ...
A: As I said before, the best place is the internet. If you follow thru the sites I recommended, you ...
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| Getting Started with Buddhism | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I have several things I wanted to discuss with you: The first thing is I am coming to Buddhism from ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Meditation | 5/26/2008 |
Q: Just a few questions on meditation 1) What is vipasanna meditation 2) Are there any differences ...
A: (I think you are the same Craig who has visited here before.) The object of Buddhist meditation is ...
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| Buddhism | 5/25/2008 |
Q: i have an assignment to do on Buddhism and was wandering, why do people choose to become Buddhist ...
A: Different people may have different reasons for following the Buddha's teachings. To the best of my ...
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| Same Sex Marriages and Visiting a temple | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I know you get a lot of questions that are from students doing assignments for courses in world ...
A: Before answering your questions, may I explain what is Buddhism. Then your questions will ...
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| Major philisophical questions for Buddhism. | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I personally tend to gravitate towards Buddhist thought however; I have seen some major questions ...
A: I shall try my best to comment on your questions. However, if you are not completely satisfied with ...
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| Nothing in the universe | 5/20/2008 |
Q: In my blog, there are some interesting questions I like to explore.If you could have a look at the ...
A: After reading through your blog, I am perplexed as to which "questions" you want me to answer. ...
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| great compassion = great sorrow? | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I'm confused about something and I hope you can help. How can one practice the concept of ...
A: Welcome back. All of us ordinary mortals will experience the emotion of sorrow when we face ...
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| great compassion = great sorrow? | 5/18/2008 |
Q: I'm confused about something and I hope you can help. How can one practice the concept of ...
A: and you are definitely not rude in asking such a thoughtful question. Happiness and compassion are ...
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| you and faith | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have seen some of your postings on youtube or I think that is you. Is it? And I would also like to ...
A: I don't know where your location is, but you can read this book about Jesus and Buddha; the title is ...
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| buddhist scriptures | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have been studying Buddhism for over a year now, especially vipassana. My problem so far with ...
A: I am always very apprehensive over identifying the various suttas. This is mainly due to the fact ...
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| Who was the Monk? I met in India | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I am a professor of meteorology and geology at a local college in Maryland near Washington, D.C. ...
A: I had another read of your question. I think I have misunderstood your question to mean you wanted ...
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| you and faith | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have seen some of your postings on youtube or I think that is you. Is it? And I would also like to ...
A: There are lots of people in youtube. I have yet to learn youtube. Bro. Oh Teik Bin @ ...
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| In response to your answer to Leslie's question | 5/12/2008 |
Q: You said in your reply that one cannot be both a Buddhist and a Christian. If one were to follow ...
A: I did not look up Leslie's question which must be quite some time ago. To answer your question, let ...
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| 4 Noble Truth | 5/9/2008 |
Q: The 4 noble Truth discovered by the Buddha, namely the truth, cause, ending and the way towards the ...
A: Hope things are going well for you and your family. I assume by now you are very familiar with the ...
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| morality in rearing a predator | 5/3/2008 |
Q: I am rearing a toad that i have saved from experiments conducted in the university. I can't free ...
A: Very frankly, it is between the devil and the deep blue sea. This is the message that the Buddha ...
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| Another Buddhism Question | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Hey it's me agian, I'm wondering about the specifics on sexual abstinence in the Buddhist religion. ...
A: And it's me again!! To the general populations of the world, religion means surrendering themselves ...
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| liberation | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I'm very interested in Buddhism. I really like the idea of craving and clinging being the cause of ...
A: First to clarify for you that "liberation" does not take several lifetimes, but countless lifetimes. ...
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| I wanna be a buddist | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I tried following the path of buddha but i've strayed because i think that i'm not cut out for the ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Buddhism | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I am not Buddhist, but I am writing a senior paper comparing and contrasting Buddha and Jesus. Many ...
A: In the first place what do you mean by "baptized"? There was definitely no such ritual during the ...
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| what to do? | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I recently saw a statue of a happy Buddha in a Chinese art store in Toronto downtown, fell in love ...
A: This so-called happy Buddha is supposed to be the personification of the next future Buddha. It was ...
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| interesting | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask,what about the punishment after breaking rules or something,,and if your aura ...
A: There is nothing in Buddhism about punishing anyone. The Buddha's teachings are about peace and ...
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| confusion | 4/6/2008 |
Q: Please can you help me out. I have recently been reading stuff about buddhism and it makes more ...
A: As with many religions in this world, it is the so-called followers who messed things up. Buddhism ...
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| Buddhism Religion restrictions | 3/26/2008 |
Q: This is a pretty personal question, but I am sure I along with many other people are eager to know ...
A: <<I know sexuality has a lot to do with a religion,..>> This is not true in Buddhism. Buddhism is ...
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| pets | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I hope you are well and happy! I need your advice, on a different subject this time. My dear cat ...
A: I would agree with you that your cat was a bit too young to die. Buddhism is about life and death, ...
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| pets | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I hope you are well and happy! I need your advice, on a different subject this time. My dear cat ...
A: Welcome back. I am fine, thank you. If there is any consolation: it's a matter of time that your ...
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| cosmology in buddhism | 3/14/2008 |
Q: Studying cosmology I am interested in scientific concepts but in religious ones as well. I ...
A: You have already had a good knowledge of the Buddha's revelation of the infinite cosmos. If you ...
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| Dealing with others | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I'm fairly new to Buddhism and am wondering how to handle people/friends who make poor decisions ...
A: Beind knowledgeable in Buddhism doesn't qualify a person to be an expert in counselling. The ...
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| School project | 3/9/2008 |
Q: What is the "commitment of faith" that Buddhism requires for a person to be called a true believer? ...
A: Buddhism is not the stereo-typed religion that you are so used to. Buddhism does not require anyone ...
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| Buddhism | 3/5/2008 |
Q: It is said to become a Buddhist a person “takes refuge” in the Three Jewel by reciting the Pali ...
A: "Ti-ratana" in Pali means The "Three Jewel". They represent the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha. ...
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| where to go | 3/5/2008 |
Q: im 24 and im searching to find myself. i am looking to get out of town and go on a spiritual ...
A: It is actually very difficult to recommend because I don't know all the centres, and also different ...
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| pali question | 3/4/2008 |
Q: i'm engaged in what's proving to be a difficult challenge. i'm trying to find various pali scripts ...
A: I don't quite understand what you mean. Actually Pali is not a language. The meaning of "Pali" ...
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| Questions | 2/26/2008 |
Q: i am a high school student in MA and for a online course i am taking, we had to ask a few questions ...
A: <<Have you always been a Buddhist? If not, did you have a serious life-altering event that changed ...
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| Questions about Buddhism! | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I'm very curious to see what Buddhism achieves for its followers, any help answering these questions ...
A: <<As a follower of Buddhism what, if any, daily routines or practices do you take part in?>> ...
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| am i allowed? | 2/24/2008 |
Q: If i am am not allowed to kill an animal is my dad allowed to buy it for me from the butchers or is ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. Not many young people of your age are interested ...
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| 3 Questions on Buddhism | 2/24/2008 |
Q: 1. What is the difference about Mahayana Buddhism, Threvada Buddhism and Advayavada Buddhism? 2. ...
A: 1. Very briefly, Theravada can be regarded as the earliest school. Mahayana can be regarded as an ...
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| Buddhism | 2/17/2008 |
Q: while I am a Christian I was having somewhat of a debate with an atheist about other religions, in ...
A: The Buddha advised his followers to use their common sense and human intelligence to analyze his ...
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| general | 2/15/2008 |
Q: u told me to take a look at buddhanet.net i recently took a look at it only to find that it has ...
A: Welcome back. Buddhanet is still basically the same. It is the "Mother of all Buddhist web sites" ...
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| Help for a school essay | 2/13/2008 |
Q: I have a few questions, I have a paper that I have to write by this Sunday 2-17-08. I am hope that I ...
A: Don't worry. Here are the answers, in very simple terms. 1. Avoid doing evil, do good, and purify ...
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| life as a Buddhist | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I have been practicing meditation and metta from some years and during University I wanted to ...
A: but I have to be honest with you that I cannot provide any viable advice. You see, this is your ...
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| a new form of percepting...now what? | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I am reading more about the disciplines and viewpoints that that Buddhism follows this unique way of ...
A: Before proceeding to answer you, please understand that the Buddha's teachings are for us to follow ...
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| Veiws on house buying | 2/6/2008 |
Q: A Buddhist family is coming to view my house for sale. I have been told their list is long, in what ...
A: If you ask under the Chinese geomancy site (is there such a site?) you will be given a handful of ...
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| a new form of percepting...now what? | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I am reading more about the disciplines and viewpoints that that Buddhism follows this unique way of ...
A: The Buddha warned that all conditioned things are transient, they cannot last forever. Anyone who ...
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| Veiws on house buying | 2/5/2008 |
Q: A Buddhist family is coming to view my house for sale. I have been told their list is long, in what ...
A: A Buddhist family does not mean that they are practising the teachings of the Buddha. The teachings ...
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| Visiting a Buddhist Temple | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I wonder if you could help me. I am due to visit the Buddhapadipa Temple in Wimbledon with my ...
A: Congratulations on your 3rd wedding anniversary. (Ours will be 33rd!!) Welcome to the path of ...
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| College Paper comparing Buddhism and Christianity | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I am a college student from Bronx, New York that is working on my final paper comparing and ...
A: As I am not taking any exam instructions, I shall answer all your questions; some of which have been ...
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| Dalai Lama | 2/1/2008 |
Q: What was the Dalai Lama's legacy? What are the positive/negative effects did he have on when the ...
A: Frankly, I am sorry I don't really know how to answer your questions. Maybe you can refer to the ...
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| Buddha image | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Recently I shifted into a new premise. I brought along my old "buddha image" and intend to set it up ...
A: a) You are practising the correct way. Dead or alive, chanting is chanting. b) No harm doing that. ...
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| The Rainbow And The Treasure | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Where can I find the book mentioned in the Subject? I am very interested in having a complete issue ...
A: The book, as I said, was a compilation of extracts from many books and booklets. This book was ...
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| Buddha image | 1/28/2008 |
Q: Recently I shifted into a new premise. I brought along my old "buddha image" and intend to set it up ...
A: Whenever I shifted, I would first move my Buddha image to the new place before the actual shift. ...
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| List of Spiritual Practices | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I would like to know the names or have a list of spititual paraces like Tonglen,LovingKindness ...
A: You will be able to find a lot of info from the site I gave you earlier. Please refer to this site: ...
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| meditation | 1/28/2008 |
Q: Though I deeply feel Theravada Buddhism is the right path for me I have some troubles in meditating. ...
A: I'm happy you are back; but next time start afresh by clicking the "ask a question" so that you ...
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| meditation | 1/27/2008 |
Q: Though I deeply feel Theravada Buddhism is the right path for me I have some troubles in meditating. ...
A: Welcome back, and thank you for your excellent rating. It is also human of me to feel happy when my ...
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| Interview? | 1/26/2008 |
Q: I am in a Worlds Religion course in college and I was wondering if you would answer a few questions ...
A: No problem! 1. How long have you been practicing this religion? 2. How did you learn about ...
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| meditation | 1/24/2008 |
Q: Though I deeply feel Theravada Buddhism is the right path for me I have some troubles in meditating. ...
A: Most of us have problems meditating. This is because we are not attuned to meditation. Our mind has ...
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| Spiritual paths | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I am gay and a nicherin Buddhist and have been having a great deal of trouble as late.I am being ...
A: This subject is a very controversial and sensitive one. My comment will also surely be treated as ...
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| List of Spiritual Practices | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I would like to know the names or have a list of spititual paraces like Tonglen,LovingKindness ...
A: but I don't understand what you mean by "spititual paraces like Tonglen". Is it a typing error? ...
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| Blessings | 1/14/2008 |
Q: Good Morning, I was in Thailand last week and I was offered a water blessing by a monk which I ...
A: Apology for the delayed reply as I couldn't log-in the site. Buddhism is a very accommodating and ...
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| Buddhist Temples | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I am doing some research on places of worship/meditation. What are the key aspects of a Buddhist ...
A: Apology for the delayed reply as I couldn't log into the site until now. The particular rites and ...
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| Buddhist Temples | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I am doing some research on places of worship/meditation. What are the key aspects of a Buddhist ...
A: Your questions are actually too general to answer specifically. But I shall try to answer them. ...
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| alcohol | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I am a firm believer in buddhism and the buddhist teachings and follw the eight fold path and the ...
A: The fifth precept is to refrain from taking intoxicating substances. The reason for this is to avoid ...
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| Zen Buddhism | 1/9/2008 |
Q: ok i have a couple 1) Aare there weekly, bi-weekly, or annual gatherings 2)In there a special ...
A: I shall give you very brief answers as you are very new to Buddhism. 1. Meetings can be held at ...
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| Future buddha? | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I have just read the story of Ram Bahadur Bomjon, the boy who apprently appears to be the future ...
A: If you asked a million Buddhists, you'll get a million different answers!! Here is one of the ...
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| rebirth | 1/5/2008 |
Q: If a being in this existence spends their whole life trying to reach enlightenment but die before it ...
A: Within us there is this store-house of consciousness which stores all the data that we had ...
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| livelihood | 12/30/2007 |
Q: This is personal question if you can please answer. I am Buddhist and trying follow damma and ...
A: In the Buddha's discourse of the Noble Eightfold Path, right livelihood means abstaining from a ...
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| Marriage and children | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I am a Buddhist engaged to marry a devout Catholic. We often argue about how we will raise our ...
A: When you place water and oil together in a glass, they do not mix, but still can be contained in the ...
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| Can I | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I am a Wiccan and am very fond of the teachings of Buddha. I would like to know can I incorporate ...
A: The teachings of the Buddha are like air. They exist everywhere, if one cares to find them. Like ...
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| Xmas and buddhism | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I think I am a buddhist because I feel it in my heart all THE Buddha´s teachings, but I want to know ...
A: <<How do you Celebrate Xmas?>> I am a Buddhist. I don't celebrate Xmas. <<Can we be online friends ...
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| Xmas and buddhism | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I think I am a buddhist because I feel it in my heart all THE Buddha´s teachings, but I want to know ...
A: As you know Buddhism is about practising wholesome and harmless lifestyle; to experience contentment ...
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| Hi! | 12/20/2007 |
Q: i wanna ask you about what are the adavantages of Buddhism in Cambodia?(education, ...
A: (Your name sounds Cambodian.) As you know Buddhism is about mind cultivation and how to reduce our ...
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| aim of meditation? | 12/19/2007 |
Q: i am making some headway in my readings. i love the riddles, stories, or koans? 1 that has ...
A: Just recently someone asked the same question. Here is my answer: The object of Buddhist ...
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| Student needing information on Buddhist Religion | 12/16/2007 |
Q: . What are the important holidays and traditions of this religion? 2. How has this religion ...
A: Your questions have been asked many times. If you care to read the archives, you would find the ...
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| what type of buddhism should i be? | 12/14/2007 |
Q: :-) i want to become a Buddhist, because i have read quite alot about them and this religion sounds ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness through realizing universal truths of existence. ...
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| what do you think?? | 12/14/2007 |
Q: Ven, I'm a Theravada monk and a student of Mahayana Buddhist studies in Thailand. Sometime I have a ...
A: Bhante, Nowadays with the internet we are very fortunate to have comprehensive and reliable ...
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| what do you think?? | 12/14/2007 |
Q: Ven, I'm a Theravada monk and a student of Mahayana Buddhist studies in Thailand. Sometime I have a ...
A: Bhante, I am just an ordinary puthujana and I dare not acknowledge your salutation. It is most ...
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| language | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I am a beginner in Zen Buddhism, and I enjoy learning languages. I would like to read classical Zen ...
A: I am not into Zen Buddhism. However, nowadays, English is the most accessible language, and is very ...
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| pet therapy | 12/13/2007 |
Q: How do Buddhists view pet therapy?
A: Buddhism is about universal truths of existence; and how to live a harmless and peaceful life. ...
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| Nirvana | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I am confused as to what happens after death to someone who is advanced spiritually. Am I correct ...
A: A spiritually advanced person will most probably be reborn in a higher realm. Higher realm is still ...
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| Christian Buddists | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I am a Christian and have recently been studying Buddism and yoga and I have only met one person in ...
A: Please take your time to surf through the Buddhist websites below. I am sure you will find the ...
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| relationship | 12/8/2007 |
Q: why is it that I can never hold on to a woman. it starts with not even a physical pleasure and end ...
A: Marzouka, I do not know where you are residing. In most countries there is a law prohibiting ...
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| according to buddhism.... | 12/6/2007 |
Q: What is the basis of happiness? and our place in the universe? what are we here for?
A: If you are very new to Buddhism, you will not be very happy with my answers, for we are used to the ...
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| Interview Questions | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I just sent you a request for an interview, but now I see that most people are just putting the ...
A: Your questions had been asked by others, quite a number of times already. 1. What are the important ...
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| Can we do an interview? | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I am taking a religion class, and have an assignment to conduct an interview with someone from a ...
A: You are most welcome to ask questions on Buddhism. I am here specifically to answer them. Quite a ...
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| "The view" | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I'm a new Buddhist, of only 10 months, although I have pacticed different kinds of meditation for ...
A: It is very natural that one makes mistakes. If one is so perfect, then one need not practise ...
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| Buddhism | 11/27/2007 |
Q: (sorry if I spelt it wrong) Hi, I'm called Bex, I gave you my roleplayer email adress, to be safer ...
A: Before answering your questions, please let me explain that Buddhism is about universal truths which ...
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| A few questions on Buddhism | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I have a few questions regarding the Buddhist religion. I would be very very appreciative if you ...
A: What are some Buddhist rituals? The original teachings of the Buddha did not incorporate any ...
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| being humble and write job applications | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I follow a spiritual path and include a lot of buddhism into it. One of the buddhist parts is ...
A: Being humble means not to act arrogantly. When you write about your positive attributes, you are ...
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| bhuddist living | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I smoke, drink, eat meat and play military computer games. I feel drawn to the bhuddist way of life. ...
A: Since you are drawn to the Buddhist way of life, continue to study and practise the Buddha's sublime ...
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| form = emptiness; emptiness = form | 11/22/2007 |
Q: how would you get a westerner (having logic ingrained in them since birth) around this concept? do ...
A: I don't know where you got this equation. Risking being labelled an intellect, I would postulate ...
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| Devadatta | 11/22/2007 |
Q: Is it true that Devadatta will one day go to heaven after he has served his time in hell? Does ...
A: I don't know whether I can find it in the scriptures; but was told that Devadatta is in the Avicci ...
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| Avicci Hell | 11/22/2007 |
Q: It is said that a person who goes to the Avicci hell will have to stay there for "innumerable" ...
A: Welcome back. Slandering the Buddha and Dhamma is a very unwholesome act. As I said, there is no ...
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| Avicci Hell | 11/21/2007 |
Q: It is said that a person who goes to the Avicci hell will have to stay there for "innumerable" ...
A: <<Will slandering the Buddha or the Dharma also lead you to this hell? Does it say anywhere in ...
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| Avicci Hell | 11/21/2007 |
Q: It is said that a person who goes to the Avicci hell will have to stay there for "innumerable" ...
A: Avicci hell is the "mother" of all hells, the worst and deepest hell realm. It is said that when ...
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| New Buddhist Name | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I am taking refuge in the three jewels at home after 9 years or studying and practicing Buddhism. I ...
A: Becoming a Buddhist is about changing mindset and living a harmless life. It also depends on which ...
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| prayer | 11/16/2007 |
Q: do you have a healing prayer? A friend just found out she has cancer throughout her body. She is ...
A: There is no healing prayer in Buddhism. Otherwise all peoples will be healed by just chanting the ...
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| religions of the world | 11/16/2007 |
Q: how do contemporary buddhist practices reflect the foundations of the religion?
A: This is an assignment question which has been asked many times. Below was my answer: "This sounds ...
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| Buddhists | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I'm doing a school paper on Buddhism and i was just wondering about these questions from a Buddhists ...
A: Two perspectives on "suffering". One is "personal suffering". The other is the whole global ...
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| food offerings | 11/14/2007 |
Q: When food is offered either to monks or to Buddha, what does one do with the food? I guess I am ...
A: Especially Theravada, we don't offer food to the Buddha image. As for monks, Theravada monks are ...
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| harming or killing monks | 11/13/2007 |
Q: in theravada buddhism what is sentence or number of years in hell on can expect for: 1) harming, ...
A: Welcome back. Actually I am here to answer questions on Buddhism and not to voice my opinion. But ...
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| reincarnation and killing of insects like ants | 11/12/2007 |
Q: With the latest scientific method of cloning,artificial insemination in fisheries etc,how do ...
A: Living beings exist not only in this world but in other world systems. Even within this world, ...
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| rebirth and bodhisattva | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I enjoy reading your answers, and was wondering if you could answer something I have been pondering ...
A: I am glad you enjoy reading my answers. <<If a modern day teacher was known to be well advanced ...
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| direction to pray | 11/10/2007 |
Q: i have some duddha photo kept at my praying place, but recently my friend told that this is not the ...
A: Placing of Buddha images and pictures were introduced by the followers long after the Buddha passed ...
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| Five Precepts | 11/9/2007 |
Q: What can i do... to get forgivness from the buddha,dhamma and sangha, if i break by mistake one of ...
A: First you must understand that the five precepts are not commandments. We undertake to observe the ...
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| Reincarnation and Karma | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I just had a question that was recently posed to me and I couldn't really answer due to the fact ...
A: As you know, the law of kamma can be described very simply as cause and effect. However, it is ...
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| I am doing a paper on Buddhism for school | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could answer some questions for me? 1. What are the important holidays and ...
A: Your questions had been asked by others, quite a number of times already. 1. The most important ...
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| afterlife | 11/5/2007 |
Q: Can we say that Buddhism is an atheistic religion? Why do Buddhists do not believe in afterlife? I ...
A: It is such a pleasure to communicate with you especially so, now that knowing you are a Catholic. ...
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| afterlife | 11/4/2007 |
Q: Can we say that Buddhism is an atheistic religion? Why do Buddhists do not believe in afterlife? I ...
A: Welcome back if you are the same Luke. However,if you are the same Luke, I would be surprised if ...
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| thoughts on democracy? | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I'm a college freshman doing a project for my world religion class, and it would be extremely ...
A: Buddhist perspective on the conduct of worldly affairs reflects on the universal teachings of the ...
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| buddhism | 11/4/2007 |
Q: why is Buddha a powerful figure in Buddhism?
A: I think this is a non-question. It's just like asking "Why is Jesus a powerful firgure in ...
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| Blessing for adopted daughter from China | 10/31/2007 |
Q: We recently adopted a beautiful girl from China. We are beginning to study Buddhism and will soon ...
A: and congratulations for your good deed. Hope this child will give you happiness and will grow up to ...
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| buddhism | 10/31/2007 |
Q: does buddhism have a holy book
A: Buddhism is about universal truths and universal moral conduct. They are universal because they ...
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| Social Action in Buddhism | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I've been watching the news lately and I paid special attention to the broadcast that reported the ...
A: In normal circumstances, your question will be answered based on the purpose of becoming a monk. A ...
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| Buddhist Cult on the loose... | 10/29/2007 |
Q: Have you heard of some Buddhist cult group that require followers to give their name and birth date ...
A: This type of blasphemy is very rampant especially in the name of Buddhism to hookwink the ignorant ...
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| about the main thought of Lord Buddha. | 10/25/2007 |
Q: Lord Buddha has said,"Desire is the cause of all evils". But if he would not have desired for ...
A: As I had forwarned in my reply that this discussion might prolong because of "semantic". I also ...
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| Do we really have a Soul | 10/25/2007 |
Q: Although I consider myself a spiritual person, like a human being I question many times about ...
A: I shall not try to debate on whether there is life after death, although the Buddha had revealed the ...
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| The practice of Buddhism | 10/22/2007 |
Q: How is the practice of buddhism expressed in the United States?
A: I've received similar question many times. It is just like asking "How is the practice of ...
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| Buddhism | 10/15/2007 |
Q: what are the key events that changed how Buddhism was practiced?
A: Sorry I don't quite understand your question. The teachings of the Buddha had been around for more ...
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| Reality | 10/12/2007 |
Q: i'm a 'beginner' buddhist in that i have only become interested in buddhism in the last few months ...
A: This "illusion or dream" is the "emptiness" that the Buddha revealed. "Emptiness" concept in ...
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| Basic Questions about Buddhism | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I'm doing a project in my philosophy class and as part of the project I am interviewing an expert on ...
A: 1. Whether this world is "modern" or not, existence has always been the same...births, deaths, ...
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| Eastern Religious Paper | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I have a 2100-2450 word paper due and need your assistance. The paper topic is "How is the practice ...
A: It is also very foreign to me. First I am not in the U S. It is definitely academic rhetoric, for ...
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| Buddhism | 10/8/2007 |
Q: Justinchoo, I am also doing a project in my philosophy class and I was wondering if you could answer ...
A: <<Do you feel that you have personalized the religion? (taken different aspects of it, made it for ...
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| 5 questions | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I am curious to know what your answers are to these questions about Buddhism, if you would be so ...
A: <<What is the Buddhist's relation to other creatures (animals)?>> They are living beings just like ...
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| Buddhism today | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I have three questions, but you can answer all or however many you'd like. 1.How do Buddhists ...
A: 1. We practise the teachings of the Buddha. Irrespective of whatever society, the teachings of the ...
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| Questions on Buddhism | 10/7/2007 |
Q: My name is Gabby and I am a high school student in Massachusetts taking an online course about ...
A: I have always been very interested to learn more about Buddhism. Although born as a "Buddhist", it ...
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| 3 general questions on Buddhism | 10/7/2007 |
Q: I'm taking a class on philosophy and we have gotten to a section on Buddhism. After learning about ...
A: 1. "Nirvana" is a totally different concept from the "heaven" of other religions. You need to know ...
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| Family, Community, Individuality and Meditation | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I am enrolled in an Eastern and Western thought course, and I have been assigned to ask an expert on ...
A: 1. How is the idea of family important or unimportant in Buddhism? Buddhism is about knowing the ...
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| three questions about the principle of Buddhism | 10/4/2007 |
Q: This is Ashley. I was assigned from my philosophy teacher to find an expert who can answer my ...
A: 1. Karma (or kamma) is volitional action, meaning, actions done with intention or on purpose. Every ...
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| Parents forcing christianity on me what should i do | 9/30/2007 |
Q: Im only 12 years old but i firmly believe that buddhism is the religion i have been looking for. I ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. You are a very special person to be interested in ...
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| Cheating | 9/26/2007 |
Q: My husband has cheated on me. I have forgiven him but i am having a hard time trusting him. It has ...
A: I only wish I can give you clear cut answers and solutions; but that would be cheating you. I am ...
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| pray | 9/23/2007 |
Q: i could really use your help as iam writing about this for school thanx regards lucy
A: In the context of Christian prayer, Buddhists do not pray as we do not believe that there is any ...
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| couple questions | 9/20/2007 |
Q: hey justin = ] i have couple of questions i hope you can answer i've always thought that the buddha ...
A: I don't know which scripture you referred to. Perhaps you can give me the name of the scripture and ...
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| couple questions | 9/20/2007 |
Q: hey justin = ] i have couple of questions i hope you can answer i've always thought that the buddha ...
A: The Buddha came from a warrior class called the Sakya Clan. During his time India was controlled by ...
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| Buddhism and respect for life | 9/18/2007 |
Q: As I understand Buddhism, Buddhists teach respect towards all living things. Buddhists are expected ...
A: The world is surrounded by good and bad things. It is the very nature of this world to be such. That ...
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| buddhist diet | 9/17/2007 |
Q: what is a staple buddhist diet taking into consideration thier thoughts on meat and meat ...
A: Here's your quick answer. The Mahayana Buddhists are towards vegetarianism, which means no meat. ...
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| buddha statute | 9/13/2007 |
Q: i am very interested in buddhism & am reading & trying to apply the principals to my everyday life. ...
A: Usually one does not repaint a Buddha image. Since you had done it, there is actually nothing to ...
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| Etiquette | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I’m working on a final for World Religions. My assignment is to compare and contrast a religion I ...
A: You did not give detail info of the man you are meeting. Is he a monk or a layman? If he is a ...
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| zen | 9/9/2007 |
Q: i live in liverpool and i was just wondering how do i become a zen priest
A: I practise the Theravada tradition. If you have not done so, perhaps you may get a better direction ...
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| Trying to start a clearer life.... please read | 8/26/2007 |
Q: I have always struggled with alcoholism and have had a very bad relapse in the past two weeks. My ...
A: and welcome to the journey of inner peace and happiness. Of course the first step in doing ...
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| Buddhism | 8/25/2007 |
Q: What are some changes Buddhism underwent from its founding and why? Difference in practice/belief ...
A: Actually there are no changes in rites and rituals because in the first place the Buddha did not ...
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| The no-self | 8/24/2007 |
Q: If there is no self at all, who is meditating? your body? your mind? Are we something bigger than ...
A: The Buddhist concept of "no self" is not to be literally translated as such. The Pali term is ...
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| Buddhism | 8/23/2007 |
Q: What are some changes Buddhism underwent from its founding and why? Difference in practice/belief ...
A: A little historical background of Buddhism will answer your question. During the Buddha's time, his ...
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| Buddhism | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I am currently enrolled in Axia College online and I have to interview someone on Buddhism for my ...
A: Your questions had been asked by others, quite a number of times already. 1. The most important ...
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| Bhudha and miracles | 8/21/2007 |
Q: Every sentence said by Buddha makes sense and fits perfectly even in today's modern life. As all ...
A: (Sorry for the delayed reply as I could not access the site yesterday.) There are a few definitions ...
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| few question | 8/21/2007 |
Q: i really apprectiate your responses to many questions and i have a couple you might help me with ...
A: To answer your first question, the eightfold path is more than "not talking to people". Use your ...
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| Date of Buddha's Death | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I happened to learn that the exact date of Buddha's death is not known even though we commemorate it ...
A: The day is called "Wesak Day" or "Buddha Day". It is the thrice sacred day of the birth, ...
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| Worrying | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I'm in a really tight spot financially - working poor, as I've heard it called. I worry almost all ...
A: Everyone has worries. Even the super rich have worries. It is the price that we pay for feeling ...
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| Science And Buddhism | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. You have said “The appearance of a Buddha is very very rare. When the ...
A: (Strange that your question did not appear in my email. I retrived this from the "Allexperts" site) ...
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| Pluralism and Buddhism | 8/4/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. Now I have understood the difference between a begger and a monk, to some ...
A: <<When a Buddhist becomes a Buddha, will he himself experience the Dhamma straightly?>> The ...
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| soul | 8/3/2007 |
Q: do buddhists believe that there is a soul?
A: First we have to define what is "soul". I take it as meaning "a continuity of the same permanent ...
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| Mistake, Tradition and Moralism | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. Thanks a lot for the sites you introduced. You have left one of the questions ...
A: Welcome back, and thank you for not being disappointed with my "answers". One day will come when ...
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| Kamma and Economical Self-Reliance in Buddhism | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. I live in Iran (where you can find no Buddhists). You have said “I am here ...
A: I was unsure whether you might take offence to my earlier comments. You may never know; people are ...
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| Ahimsa And Self-Defense | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. Let`s go straight to the discussion. In our last discussion you said “That ...
A: You certainly is very persistent to get a "yes" or "no" answer. It is very difficult to make a ...
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| Self-Defense In Buddhism | 7/31/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. It`s a great chance that I can ask you my questions. My first question is as ...
A: Welcome back. Your last comment first: about quoting Tipitaka. I am sorry I am not skilled in ...
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| Self-Defense In Buddhism | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I hope you are fine. It`s a great chance that I can ask you my questions. My first question is as ...
A: Welcome. It is also with great pleasure that I am given a chance to try to answer your question. ...
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| I Just Became Buddhist ...but it is okay | 7/26/2007 |
Q: that I said the last few chants in English instead of Pali?? Or Must I re-do The cerimony??
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Buddhism | 7/25/2007 |
Q: Could you please tell me how can you explain the self and selflessness? What is mind? Where is it? ...
A: This "yatha-bhuta-nana-dassana" concept is as translated "seeing things as they are". Whatever ...
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| Mahasiddhas | 7/19/2007 |
Q: Do you know who he was "Mahasiddhas", and what did he teach? Also:Regard/contemplate all phenomena ...
A: First we must understand that only the Buddha could discover the truth of existence. We are mere ...
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| Mahasiddhas | 7/18/2007 |
Q: Do you know who he was "Mahasiddhas", and what did he teach? Also:Regard/contemplate all phenomena ...
A: For "Mahasiddha", please refer here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahasiddha Quote: "Mahasiddhas ...
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| looking for book | 7/14/2007 |
Q: am looking for a copy of the dhammapada in simple chinese.. anyone know where i can buy one???..
A: Someone gave me this site: http://www.budaedu.org/publish/C3/index.php#CH31 Please let me know ...
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| meditation | 7/11/2007 |
Q: how are you? I'd like to ask you about meditation. I've noticed that there can be either internal ...
A: First, if you have to pay a fee, then do not go. Buddhist meditation conducted by true Buddhists ...
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| meditation | 7/7/2007 |
Q: how are you? I'd like to ask you about meditation. I've noticed that there can be either internal ...
A: I wonder whether you are the same Luke who had visited here before? First, my sincere apology for ...
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| Buddhism | 7/6/2007 |
Q: Could you please tell me how can you explain the self and selflessness? What is mind? Where is it? ...
A: Welcome back. Dependent co-arising or dependent origination is a very deep and profound teaching of ...
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| Buddhism | 6/29/2007 |
Q: Could you please tell me how can you explain the self and selflessness? What is mind? Where is it? ...
A: It would help me to better answer you if I know your environmental background. You see, a person ...
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| confused on religion to believe before death | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I'm dying on June 30th in a car crash. Don't ask me how I know. It's just going to happen that way. ...
A: One thing for sure you're not going to die in a car crash on June 30th. I can even guarantee you ...
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| buddhist views on.... | 6/25/2007 |
Q: Namo Buddhaya, i would like to ask about the Buddhists' views on intimate relationship, well i ...
A: Welcome back. The third precept states that one should undertake to refrain from committing sexual ...
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| How? | 6/22/2007 |
Q: Apologies for this in advance as I am a complete novice. I have reached a stage in my life where I'm ...
A: This is a follow-up. I take that CofE means Church of England, which means you should be in ...
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| Question on Buddhism | 6/20/2007 |
Q: If you are in a confrontation and have tried your best to sort out a solution in a non violent way ...
A: Welcome back. Your question had been asked a million times, but there is no clear-cut satisfactory ...
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| Question on Buddhism | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if it was against the precepts to be a police officer. I am curious because ...
A: Sometime back someone asked being in the army. Your question can be similarly answered. May I ...
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| Karma | 6/19/2007 |
Q: Hai Justinchoo, i would like to know if bad karma could be reduced or may be erase? or maybe, ...
A: We may say that kamma works in mysterious ways, but surely it will take its course. We shall not be ...
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| images of the Buddha | 6/19/2007 |
Q: It's been said that the Buddha discouraged his followers from making or worshipping images of ...
A: During the Buddha's time, there was not a problem as the Buddha was there in person. Actually, ...
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| Buddhas | 6/15/2007 |
Q: What does each of the different poses of the Buddha's mean? What is the difference between the happy ...
A: Please do a google search on "Buddha postures - meaning" and you can go through the various web ...
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| Buddhism | 6/13/2007 |
Q: Can you explain how a person can adhere only to their traditional rites and rituals, without ...
A: Welcome back. Let me digress a little before answering your question. It is a very common problem ...
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| Buddhists | 6/6/2007 |
Q: How do you think that the contemporary Buddhist practices reflect the foundations of the religion?
A: Welcome back and thanks for your excellent ratings. It makes one happy knowing that one's effort ...
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| another question from the question about love | 6/6/2007 |
Q: what are buddhist view on music, is it just another physical desire? or what?
A: Welcome back. In Buddhism, it is important to know that there are two types of truth. One is ...
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| love | 6/6/2007 |
Q: how do buddhists view love? ANSWER: Hi Ben, Thank you for asking me. By "love" I take it as ...
A: Physical love is a form of attachment, and a very strong one indeed. As long as a person has ...
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| buddhist beliefs on the dead | 6/4/2007 |
Q: this might be a little intruding but im doing an assignment on weather the dead of the past should ...
A: There is this true story of a Buddhist man who died. Then someone claimed that he was a Christian ...
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| Buddha | 6/4/2007 |
Q: How did the childhood experiences of Siddhartha Guatama (Buddha) lead to his questioning of the ...
A: The prince, before he became the Buddha, was strictly protected from the realities of the outside ...
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| buddhism as a revolution | 6/3/2007 |
Q: i would like if you could explain to me how can mediation be a revolution
A: I'm not sure what you mean by "revolution". Maybe you mean "revelation". And by "mediation" I think ...
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| love | 6/2/2007 |
Q: how do buddhists view love?
A: By "love" I take it as "passionate and physical" love. Buddhist context of "love" is ...
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| Question | 5/21/2007 |
Q: Are Buddhists technically atheists?
A: It depends on how you interprete the word "atheist". Merriam Webster: "one who believes that there ...
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| Buddha | 5/13/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased a Buddha figurine.This one was the fertility/child protection model. I am ...
A: There are lots of "Buddha" figurines in the market. There are also lots of names given to them; and ...
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| Buddhism questions | 5/13/2007 |
Q: I am writing a college research paper and I need to interview a buddhist person. I am hoping that ...
A: 1. The most important holiday is the Wesak Day which falls on the first full moon day of May. This ...
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| Now that I am Buddhist... | 5/11/2007 |
Q: Now that I have became a begginer at Buddhism, what should I do? There are no communities around ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. The fact that you have decided to become a ...
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| temple | 5/8/2007 |
Q: when one decides to become a Buddhist, does one visit the Buddhist temple regularly? what is it for? ...
A: A Buddhist temple is a place where one goes to learn Buddhism, to participate with the activities ...
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| taoism | 5/4/2007 |
Q: you see an opportunity to get into your teachers computer and change your grades. what should you ...
A: (Actually you can post several questions in one posting.) I wouldn't be so stupid to change my ...
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| confucianism | 5/4/2007 |
Q: you have a couple of friends who are fighting with each other over a small situation. You want to ...
A: (This site is actually for questions relating to the teachings of the Buddha which deal with the ...
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| buddhism religion | 5/4/2007 |
Q: If you owned a business that it done well in the past and now it was about to go under. Someone ...
A: (I think the next 3 qns posted by Nick might be the same person.) This site is actually for ...
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| would you help me become a buddhist? | 4/29/2007 |
Q: i want to be one of the buddhist people but i dont know how so can you help me become a buddhist?
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. To become a Buddhist means to practise the ...
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| Perspective | 4/23/2007 |
Q: If this statement is true, “no one can concretely prove what happens to our consciousness after ...
A: Your comment now centres on semantic. The Pali term loosely translated for "faith" is "saddha". ...
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| World Religions Report | 4/21/2007 |
Q: 1. What are the main beliefs of Buddhism? 2. What are some daily rituals? 3. Do you worship ...
A: Actually it would be more rewarding for you if you would read through some Buddhist sites and use ...
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| The Four Noble Truths | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I am doing some research about Buddhism and have come across the four noble truths. I have read over ...
A: The second noble truth explains that due to our sense cravings, we are caught in the never-ending ...
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| Perspective | 4/20/2007 |
Q: If this statement is true, “no one can concretely prove what happens to our consciousness after ...
A: (First, my apologies for the delayed response due to a glitch in my email which did not display your ...
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| Nirvana | 4/19/2007 |
Q: The Four Noble Truths state that desire is the origin of suffering and so if you don't desire you ...
A: Your question is a play on semantics. The "desire" the Buddha was referring to was about sensual ...
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| Beginner in Buddhism | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I would like to know more abt Buddhism as well as finding a good spiritual master to guide me in my ...
A: I am happy that my contributions are appreciated. There are 14 centres listed in the Buddhanet ...
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| Beginner in Buddhism | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I would like to know more abt Buddhism as well as finding a good spiritual master to guide me in my ...
A: and welcome to the path of universal truth and inner peace. The journey will be a long and ...
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| mind and brain | 4/12/2007 |
Q: Greetings, Would you kindly give me a 'working definition' of the difference between the mind and ...
A: In simple computer terms, CPU will be the "brain"; while the electric current will be the "mind". ...
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| Buddhist Question | 4/12/2007 |
Q: I would like to know your insight and your thoughts on this question. 1) How do contemporary ...
A: Someone asked the same question recently. Below was my answer: <<"Your question covers a very wide ...
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| Buddhist practices | 3/30/2007 |
Q: How do contemporary Buddhist practices reflect the foundations of the religion
A: Your question covers a very wide spectrum of Buddhism today. Bearing in mind that there are so many ...
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| Prayer Beads | 3/26/2007 |
Q: and I was wondering if you knew how to make prayer beads. I know it seems like a really unimportant ...
A: I have never thought of that before, but you can always buy beads of your choice and string them ...
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| buddhism | 3/22/2007 |
Q: What is delusion. Pls explain with examples. tq.
A: "Delusion" is a mental state which misleads a person's perception of the "real" world. It is like ...
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| biddhism | 3/17/2007 |
Q: Since i have to chose which tradition to follow could you please suggest a website/link that has ...
A: Please refer to the two sites below. The first is the "mother" of all Buddhist web sites. The ...
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| buddhism | 3/14/2007 |
Q: I am interested in making a shrine dedicated to the buddha to show my respect. What things should I ...
A: It makes one happy to know that one's effort is appreciated. Always remember that there are at ...
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| Buddhism | 3/13/2007 |
Q: In another question i asked you told me buddhism was a religious lable and you didnt have to go ...
A: Welcome back. Buddhism is a very tolerant and liberal "religion". Truth is truth; irrespective of ...
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| Several questions | 3/12/2007 |
Q: I have been studying Buddhism for a little while now. I am interested in practing it but I have ...
A: Welcome to the journey of inner peace and happiness. I heard of people patting the belly of the fat ...
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| More About Buddhism. | 3/3/2007 |
Q: I find it very interesting and I'm thinking about converting. Thanks Lacey
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. Buddhism is about universal truths which you ...
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| Buddha | 3/2/2007 |
Q: I read somewhere recently that Buddha Shakyamuni could read 64 languages and new all their ...
A: It is good that you seek clarifications. However, you will also find that if you ask different ...
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| Enlightenment | 2/28/2007 |
Q: My question is very basic but i find myself still slightly puzzled over it. Is Buddhism concentrated ...
A: First we need to define what "enlightenment" means in Buddhism. It means being "awaken" from the ...
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| questions for my eastern and western thought class regarding buddhism | 2/27/2007 |
Q: Does one remember their past life, and about how many years until one relieved from the cycle? ...
A: Very few people can remember past lives. To be relieved from the cycle of birth and death is a very ...
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| Faith in Buddhism | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I was recently reading a translation of the dhammapada online that included stories from which the ...
A: Just as there are so many types of people, there are also variations in one's belief, perception, ...
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| questions on bhuddism | 2/22/2007 |
Q: and i have a few things that im confused about. Im somewhat confused on the subject of ridding ...
A: Your first question is a play on semantics. The "desire" the Buddha was referring to was about ...
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| pronunciation | 2/5/2007 |
Q: Is there a place I can download some audio files of how to pronounce common words and phrases like ...
A: The web site http://www.parami.org/duta/buddhist.htm is hosted by one of my learned Buddhist ...
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| Pali | 2/4/2007 |
Q: Is Pali a very widespread used language? Is it worth learning? I'm from the states and am ...
A: Actually Pali is not a language. The meaning of "Pali" is "language of the text" which refers to ...
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| ??? @ buddhism | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I hope you can help me answer these questions: - what is the MOST IMPORTANT message I can teach my ...
A: 1. It is quite subjective to list as MOST IMPORTANT. My choice will be to teach them not to hurt ...
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| Questions dealing with the medical aspect | 1/24/2007 |
Q: We are learning about varies ethic groups so that we will be able to understand and communicate more ...
A: It is not possible to view all Buddhists as a homogenous group. But I shall take the liberty to ...
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| Questions dealing with the medical aspect | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I am currently in nursing school and I am doing research in Buddhism. I would like to have ...
A: but I don't think I will be of much help to your question. I don't think a non-Buddhist patient ...
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| Life | 1/22/2007 |
Q: What happens when you finish being reborn or do you finish being reborn?
A: When there is no more rebirth, it means the person has attained Nibbana. "He" is no longer being ...
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| buddhism | 1/18/2007 |
Q: The book I was reading was what buddhists beleive.
A: This book was written by my revered teacher K Sri Dhammananda. This book answers practically almost ...
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| buddhism | 1/17/2007 |
Q: I started reading one of the books you suggested of buddhanet. It was really good. Even though i'v ...
A: I am happy for you that you are now on the right track. It is a long journey, but a happy, peaceful ...
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| buddhism | 1/15/2007 |
Q: I need some help in choosing what type of buddhism i am going to follow. Can you assist me in this ...
A: Please take your time to go through the web sites below. You will need to study indepth the ...
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| buddhism | 1/15/2007 |
Q: I have acually talked to you about buddhism before. Last year some time. You helped me become a ...
A: Well, you can become a Buddhist again, anytime! Actually "Buddhist" is just a "religious label". ...
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| Blessing the Buddha | 1/11/2007 |
Q: My friend brought me back a beautiful Buddha from Singapore and when talking to one of the members ...
A: It depends on which tradition you are practising. I shall comment as a Theravada follower. ...
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| Lotus Flower | 1/8/2007 |
Q: Can you please what is the significance of the lotus flower to Buddhists?
A: The lotus plant grows in muddy water. Its flowers rise above the muddy water with full splendour in ...
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| thank you | 1/5/2007 |
Q: Justin. No quesion.just wanted to update you and say thank you for your advice. Seemed odd to hear ...
A: I am very happy for you that you are experiencing inner peace and mental happiness. There is ...
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| Life is like a dream | 1/4/2007 |
Q: 1.Why do people sometimes says "Life is nothing but a dream"?Why is our life like a dream? What is ...
A: Recently someone asked quite similar questions as yours. This was my answer: Personally, I ...
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| Question about buddhism | 1/1/2007 |
Q: I still have some doubts to clear with you. 1.According to the Buddhism, are we living in a world ...
A: I have corresponded with my learned friend seeking his assistance to better answer your questions, ...
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| buddhism | 12/30/2006 |
Q: What does the term "ignorance" (lack of knowledge) mean in the Buddhist philosophy? thanks
A: I wonder you are the same Luke. "Ignorance" is being translated from the Pali word "Avijja". This ...
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| Question about buddhism | 12/27/2006 |
Q: I am a Buddhist for many years,but recently I started to get really interested in the topic of ...
A: 1) Personally, I won't say that life is like a dream because a dream is not real at all. Life is ...
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| vipassana | 12/15/2006 |
Q: What are the 10 fetters, to which you referred as a note when answering a question on vipassana?
A: I can't remember that question; but just the same , the 10 fetters are: 1. Belief in a personality ...
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| mind | 12/15/2006 |
Q: then someone in a coma cannot experience desire? and without the brain there is no consciousness. ...
A: Now we are going "hi-tech", discussing Buddhism. I must admit that I am just using my knowledge and ...
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| agganna sutta | 12/15/2006 |
Q: hello,its me again,I have just read the agganna sutta and personally I don't think it shouid be ...
A: Actually, the different tenses used have baffled me. This sutta is usually quoted to explain the ...
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| mind | 12/14/2006 |
Q: desire,, aversion, iqnorance come from mind, or brain?can someone explain what the buddhist view of ...
A: Our consciousness or etheric energy through the medium of the brain, enables us to think and feel. ...
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| mind | 12/13/2006 |
Q: can someone explain what the buddhist view of these 3 things are. Brain Mind One who knows.. i ...
A: The simple answers are: Brain: The piece of grey matter encased in the skull. Mind: The ...
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| God | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My apology for bothering you again,as you have mention that the buddha do not believe in a creator ...
A: You are not bothering me. I enjoy answering your questions. By the way, thanks for your ratings. ...
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| buddhism | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I can understand your reply on agnosticism but I am quite at lost about the first answer,if buddha ...
A: Actually it's a play on definiton. You can say that since the Buddha did not believe in the ...
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| buddhism | 12/8/2006 |
Q: what is the buddha's view on God? is he a atheist or an agnostic?
A: Now we are dealing with difficult semantic definitions. Before proceeding, we have to define the ...
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| prev. questions, | 12/7/2006 |
Q: Then what you are saying is to discipline myself to where my goal is moderation not abstanence.. ...
A: I know exactly how you feel because I have been through peiods of loneliness. I would say it is a ...
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| prev. questions, | 12/5/2006 |
Q: Ok. I will re-phrase. Why when i do things that make me feel happy.. Like. eating, drinking, sex, ...
A: You have actually answered your own question. Your relevent answer is quoted here: "but i have ...
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| Bodhisatva Vow | 12/4/2006 |
Q: why would one do this? Better put, what is the value or purpose of it? If to end suffering, why ...
A: The Bodhisatta vow is a Mahayana concept where the person is supposed to postponed his final ...
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| Rebirth (Several Questions) | 12/3/2006 |
Q: the light bulb metaphor makes a lot of sense. Now, I have another related question if I may about ...
A: You are not off the mark. Maybe I can make some comments. The beginning of the world or even the ...
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| Rebirth (Several Questions) | 12/1/2006 |
Q: My question is a somewhat complex one, or at least so it seems to me; I would like to know precisely ...
A: I must congratulate you that you have got the idea of rebirth correctly. So I need not elaborate. ...
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| .. | 11/30/2006 |
Q: If Buddhism is to reach enlightenmaent, then why do buddhists keep prayer beads, even in death? I ...
A: I think the best approach to your comments would be to find out the actual teachings of the Buddha. ...
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| how | 11/30/2006 |
Q: how do i train with a monk? i have a lot of issues in my life and i want to find myself, let go of ...
A: If you had disclosed your location and also your level of understanding of Buddhism, I might provide ...
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| Buddhism Questions | 11/27/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you had any suggestions on how I could learn more about Buddhism. Are there any ...
A: I assume you are the same Sarah. Welcome to the path of universal truth and inner peace. The ...
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| happieness | 11/24/2006 |
Q: what is it about the mind, that causes you to be happier when you refrain from doing things that ...
A: I am sorry I don't quite understand your question. How could the mind feel happier by refraining ...
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| Vipassana meditation | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I ll like to know how to do Vipassana meditation? I am residing in Malaysia. Thank you K K
A: You did not say which town you are from. Please click here for location: ...
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| Questions about Buddhism | 11/16/2006 |
Q: I am a university student writing a paper on Buddhism for a south-east Asian anthropology class. I ...
A: 1. Justin Choo 2. Malaysian (Chinese) 3. In a temple, there will be the Chief Monk, followed by his ...
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| Reincarnation and children | 11/14/2006 |
Q: Over the past few years I have begun to think a lot about the big question - what's it all about? ...
A: Apology for the slight delay in answering due to a glitch in the system. Your first paragraph ...
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| what is a buddha | 11/7/2006 |
Q: who is Buddha?
A: "Buddha" is a Pali (also Sanskrit) word, meaning "awakened". The root word is "Budh" meaning to ...
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| right livelihood | 11/3/2006 |
Q: what does 'right livelihood' mean? i know it means to work hard, well and humanely, but is there ...
A: There are four types of trade that a Buddhist should avoid. They are; trading of humans ...
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| the third precept | 11/3/2006 |
Q: i am doing an assessed project on buddhism. can you tell me what fashion has to do with the third ...
A: To abstain from sexual misconduct is the third of the 5 precepts which a good Buddhist would abide. ...
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| food offerings on alter | 11/2/2006 |
Q: I have gone to the temple with him and met the monks he's learning from but am too embarrassed to ...
A: Since you know the temple, I may be able to shed some light if you would divulge the name of the ...
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| food offerings on alter | 11/1/2006 |
Q: My son is a beginner buddhist (12 years old) and I'm trying to support his new beleifs but I know ...
A: First, let me express my respect for your liberal consideration of your son's newfound belief. It ...
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| About Mahayana Buddhism | 10/26/2006 |
Q: I would like to ask the following: Does Mahayana believe in rebirth? I understand they have ...
A: Mahayanists believe in rebirth. They also believe that by chanting the mantra, they will be reborn ...
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| understanding | 10/23/2006 |
Q: I would like to ask about compassion. I feel compassion towards people, I would help a stanger in ...
A: Welcome back. Your compassion is within the Buddha's compassion. If you are from UK, then I would ...
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| Buddhism | 10/22/2006 |
Q: I've looked in to Tibetan buddism and have decided I feel most comfortable with this one! but Im ...
A: Welcome back, and thanks for your ratings. It is a pleasure to know that my time and contribution ...
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| intelligence as a third agent | 10/22/2006 |
Q: My name is willy and I am very familiar with buddhism. But there remain a few issues not dealt with ...
A: Even if we can prove (which we cannot) that there is "intelligence" behind every creation, your ...
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| where? | 10/21/2006 |
Q: my name is fraser and im not yet a buddhist. im travelling around the world and would love to know ...
A: The answer you get will depend on who you ask because there are various Buddhist traditions (or ...
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| other buddhist gods | 10/17/2006 |
Q: i'm doing a research project on Avalokiteshvara, Padmasambhava, and Tara which are gods in the ...
A: Instead of regurgitating info on your queries, please refer to the following sites: ...
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| Laughing Buddah Perhaps? | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I am from New Jersey I'm 20 years old and I have a story. When I was about 15 years old I decided ...
A: What happened during your experience only you yourself can interprete because no one was with you. ...
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| Buddhism | 10/12/2006 |
Q: Although Buddhism is considered a religion, the more I read about it, the more I feel that it is a ...
A: It is a semantic exercise in futility. Depending on the interpretations of the words "religion" and ...
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| meditation | 10/10/2006 |
Q: How does one achieve a calm mind? In an answer to meditation, you had mentioned that meditation ...
A: You may have misinterpreted my comment or I may have made an error in explaining. Buddhist ...
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| violence? | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I read your answer to the non-violence question. What is the Buddhist definition of violence? Does ...
A: We don't need a Buddhist definition of "violence". We need a common-sense definition. Buddhism is ...
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| non-violence issues | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I have recently decided to start studying about buddhism and attempting to integrate it into my ...
A: There is this very important concept in Buddhism reflecting the nature of this world. The three ...
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| Hunting | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I am so glad that I found this site, I have been reading about Buddhism and have been very ...
A: I am sure you are quite familiar with the Buddha's teachings by now. The most saliant point in ...
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| natural state | 9/25/2006 |
Q: according to Darwin, certain aggresive tendencies, anger for one, are instrinsic and even help with ...
A: Welcome back. You like to dwell in intellectual analyses. When we start to compare different ideas ...
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| meditation | 9/23/2006 |
Q: My name's Lorena, and I live in Italy. I am just approaching Buddhism, and, while there are no ...
A: For an "average" lay Buddhist, it is quite difficult to meditate while facing problems. This is ...
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| buddhist blessings for babies | 9/18/2006 |
Q: thatks for your kind words of wisdom. having explored some of the principals of Buddhism I have ...
A: Welcome back, and thank you for your excellent ratings which makes me very happy that my effort is ...
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| Gender Difference in Buddhism | 9/16/2006 |
Q: ) I was reading an article on the chanting of the words 'samma araham' and visualizing a crystal ...
A: I share your sentiment and questioning. You are right, they don't make any sense! The Buddha ...
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| Conciousness and Death | 9/13/2006 |
Q: again. I’ve been reading about the anatta concept in Buddhism and was wondering what the Buddhist ...
A: Welcome! A being consists of mind and matter. Matter is quite straight forward to understand ...
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| Conversion | 9/11/2006 |
Q: I'm sort of new to Buddhism in that, while I have been studying Buddhism for quite a while and feel ...
A: You are lucky to have come from a liberal Christian background which makes things easier for you to ...
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| marital affairs | 9/7/2006 |
Q: Good Day: I am fairly new to buddhism but believe my answers lie there..my question is how to ...
A: I appreciate your sharing of your experiences. It's said that half the problem is solved once a ...
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| religion | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I am very confused about the religions. First question, is Buddism against homosexuality? My mom is ...
A: Buddhism is not against anything. The Buddha taught universal truths. Truths that you and I can ...
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| food | 9/3/2006 |
Q: I would like to know what you eat.My mother is the manager of a Fire Service canteen here in ...
A: Actually, lay Buddhists are not restrictive in their types of food. Theravada Buddhists are not ...
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| fornication | 9/3/2006 |
Q: According to your knowledge and beliefs what is your stance about fornication today? Do you still ...
A: To abstain from sexual misconduct is the third of the 5 precepts which a good Buddhist would abide. ...
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| Can you fish if you are a Buddhist | 9/1/2006 |
Q: If you are a Buddhist is it okay to go fishing as long as you return the fish back to the water or ...
A: Is it ok for you if someone put a hook in your mouth and then set you free again? Sorry for the ...
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| previous religion | 8/28/2006 |
Q: hey, I'm 16 years old and perhaps some may say I'm too young to think about things like that but I ...
A: You are not too young to think about life. I started searching for spiritual answers when I was ...
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| becoming a buddhist | 8/28/2006 |
Q: I have been learning about the buddhist beliefs and teachings for a while now and am now sure i want ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. It will be a long but fruitful journey. First ...
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| the five precepts | 8/27/2006 |
Q: what dose this mean in your life is it hard to live up to
A: but I hope the question is for you too. The 5 precepts are universal principles for us to follow in ...
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| Cheating Spouce | 8/27/2006 |
Q: My husband cheated on me, but he said that he made a mistake. Although, we haven't really talked ...
A: First, I have to remind you that this is a Buddhist site, which means my views will be reflective of ...
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| Buddhist meditation | 8/18/2006 |
Q: How can I meditate to become enlightened? I am a Christian and want to start right away. I simply ...
A: First we have to qualify what we mean by "enlightenment". In the Buddhist context it means complete ...
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| Fasting | 8/17/2006 |
Q: I was recently listening to a Dharma talk given by a Theravada monk in which he briefly spoke of a ...
A: Refraining from taking food past noon is actually not an act of fasting. It is inculcating ...
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| Buddhist topics | 8/15/2006 |
Q: I would like to ask the following: What is meant by Wisdom Mindful Kalamasutta (not sure of ...
A: "Wisdom" in the Buddhist context is the ability to see the world and our lives in the real ...
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| Buddhism and Anger | 8/13/2006 |
Q: I am an avid reader of expert Buddhism and my interest in Buddhism started quite recently. I think ...
A: You have done better than me! It is very easy to philosophize about compassion, patience, tolerance ...
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| buddha statue | 8/7/2006 |
Q: however the only available place to put the statue is near the bathrooms, but not in them since I ...
A: Congratulation on your new venture! May you prosper! If you have a free mind, then you actually ...
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| Looking for spiritual guidance | 8/1/2006 |
Q: My question im looking to build a better base within my self but don't know which religion would be ...
A: Most people are born with a religion of their parents. I was born as a Buddhist, but that didn't ...
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| Buddists in the Military | 7/24/2006 |
Q: I have been a soldier in the US Military for over 2 years. About 6 months ago, I became interested ...
A: Some time back someone asked the same question. May I repeat my answer: No one is disqualified ...
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| symbol | 7/23/2006 |
Q: another question! ŽO•ó can you tell me if this is the symbol for the three jewels and if so can you ...
A: I'm not sure whether the computer shows the exact symbol which you produced. It certainly seems ...
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| buddism | 7/23/2006 |
Q: thanks katie
A: Buddhism is unlike other religions. It does not require ritualistic conversion or total submission ...
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| buddhist meditation | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I am a buddhist in the Theravada tradition aswel and i have started and stopped meditation numerous ...
A: If we need to be interested in order to meditate, then we got a problem. The reason for meditation ...
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| buddhism | 7/13/2006 |
Q: please something imporant that would help others understand about buddhism.
A: I think you would like to know some important points on Buddhism. Below is my usualy introduction; ...
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| Material Possessions | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you believe one of the goals of Buddhism is to rid yourself of the desires of ...
A: We can say that the teachings of the Buddha are of 2 levels. One is for the lay people. The other ...
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| TESTING | 7/8/2006 |
Q: Is there any notion in Buddhism of a need for testing its beliefs? Does Buddhism tolerate debate and ...
A: The most salient aspect of Buddhism is its encouragement for its followers to use their common sense ...
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| I have several questions | 7/6/2006 |
Q: What one thing would you consider the foundation of Buddhism? What is the most important thing that ...
A: Your qn :"What one thing would you consider the foundation of Buddhism?" My comment: The ...
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| karma and god | 7/3/2006 |
Q: Is believing in Karma and believing in an active God, incompatible? Thank you for your response to ...
A: (Before proceeding, please start with a new question by clicking "ask a question" if you need ...
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| karma and god | 7/2/2006 |
Q: Is believing in Karma and believing in an active God, incompatible? I read that karma is based on ...
A: The Buddhist concept of kamma is volitional action. Action that is done on purpose. This natural ...
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| LAY BUDDHIST AND ANICCA | 6/29/2006 |
Q: I am a student studying buddhism and would like to know what benefits and difficulties might lay ...
A: Anicca is the first of the 3 characteristics of existence which the Buddha revealed. Anicca, ...
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| Friendship | 6/15/2006 |
Q: This question may be a little off topic for you, but I rather seek the wisdom of someone ...
A: although I am definitely not qualified to give counsel of this nature. You have to realize that all ...
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| Zen master | 6/14/2006 |
Q: What is the name of the Japanese Zen Master who used drinking & sex as his Zen practice?
A: but I must disappoint you that I do not know of such "master" nor am interested to find out. If ...
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| Meditation | 6/13/2006 |
Q: Im interested in learning how to meditate. I have had a had teacher explain to me some things about ...
A: First there are many types of meditation. This is a Buddhist site, so here we are talking about ...
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| The First Precept | 6/12/2006 |
Q: Sir: My father has recently expressed to me the wish that in the event that he ends up in a coma or ...
A: The first precept requires us to refrain from killing, to the best of our abilities. It is not a ...
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| Jesus in Bhuddism | 6/11/2006 |
Q: I wondered what Bhuddists believed about Jesus. I am a Roman Catholic and so I believe in God as the ...
A: First of all if one wants to believe in something or somebody that something or somebody must have ...
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| Companion animal bereavement | 6/6/2006 |
Q: Our 11 year old cat suffered a stroke on Tuesday and we brought him home on Friday hoping he would ...
A: Since you have just started studying Buddhism, I am sure the first thing you have studied would be ...
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| anger | 6/4/2006 |
Q: First I would like to say thank you for taking the time to answer questions<smiles> I recently ...
A: And welcome to the journey of inner peace and happiness. Please take your time to know more about ...
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| clinging and suffering | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I have recently gone through a very painful breakup. I feel as though I keep clinging to my ex, and ...
A: It's easy to say that I'm sorry to know of your problems. But that doesn't solve problems. First, ...
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| How to become a buddhist | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I am no an anglican and want to convert to buddhism. How can i do this? What are some types of ...
A: Welcome back. And welcome to the journey of real freedom and inner peace. This journey will take a ...
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| Christianity to Buddhism | 6/1/2006 |
Q: If you are a christian can you become a buddhist? If so what are the types of Buddhism and how are ...
A: I thought you didn't mean that because definitely anyone can "convert" to any belief. Who is to ...
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| Christianity to Buddhism | 5/31/2006 |
Q: If you are a christian can you become a buddhist? If so what are the types of Buddhism and how are ...
A: No; one cannot be both a Christian and a Buddhist, mainly because Christianity demands that one ...
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| dalia lama | 5/28/2006 |
Q: is the dalia lama the reincarnation of the buddha {the buddha who introduced buddhism} ?
A: First, the Dalai Lama is the religious leader of one of the 4 major "Buddhist" sects in Tibet. He ...
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| vipassana master | 5/27/2006 |
Q: Namo Amitabha . Hi i'm POH again , from Malaysia . Can you tell me where can i find the best ...
A: Try the following: Vihara Buddha Gotama c/o 121 Jalan Besar, Temoh, Perak 35350 Tel: +60-12-469 ...
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| karma | 5/27/2006 |
Q: i have a few buddhism books at home, is it allright that i put them on the floor on should i put ...
A: It doesn't really matter where or how you put them. But as a matter of common sense and giving due ...
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| Thinking wrongly about others | 5/23/2006 |
Q: I judge people by how they walk, look, their demure, hair colour, habits and any other trait I can ...
A: If you know that what you doing is not very nice, then 50% of your problem is solved. This is ...
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| buddha | 5/22/2006 |
Q: was just wandering though, u said that u only have reverence for the buddha himself. does that not ...
A: Reverence for a person means showing respect and gratitude. We do not pray to the Buddha. When we ...
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| buddhism | 5/22/2006 |
Q: i hope ur well. i was just looking on the website of the buddhist society and found something ...
A: Buddhists refer to deities in higher planes of existence as Devas. We do not worship them, but ...
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| KARMA&ACTION | 5/21/2006 |
Q: Namo Amitabha. I m Poh again . A Chinese from Malaysia . Consider the following scenario . A man ...
A: First I must remind you that kamma is one of the 4 topics that cannot be fully comprehended. The ...
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| KARMA&ACTION | 5/21/2006 |
Q: Namo Amitabha. I m Poh again . A Chinese from Malaysia . Consider the following scenario . A man ...
A: First I must remind you that kamma is one of the 4 topics that cannot be fully comprehended. The ...
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| Questions on Mara, Creator God and others | 5/20/2006 |
Q: I can see you are doing a great job in spreading dhamma, a big sadhu to you! I have some questions ...
A: (I don't know why this reply did not reach you. Hope this time it does.) Welcome back. It will ...
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| what was the name of the first... | 5/19/2006 |
Q: what was the name of the first buddha?
A: Welcome back. The name of the "first" Buddha as revealed by Gotama, the historical Buddha, was ...
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| Is buddhism really a religion?... | 5/19/2006 |
Q: Is buddhism really a religion? Because I have heard that it is more like a way of life.
A: Buddhism is the name given to the teachings of the historical Buddha, whose name was Gotama. What ...
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| Wisdom | 5/18/2006 |
Q: You have not answered my question at all.I ask Why wisdom is not forgetable like Math formula?That's ...
A: I have tried my best to provide my comments. I said I agreed with your comment that we (normal ...
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| Doubts | 5/18/2006 |
Q: Have a few questions on Dhamma that I hope u can help to provide some answer. (1)I heard in a ...
A: I know who you are. Welcome. 1)After the appearance of Maiteya Buddha, this world system will come ...
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| Buddhism | 5/18/2006 |
Q: just wanted to know your thoughts on lust and masturbation (bit of an icky subject i know but i had ...
A: You are a very lucky person to get a chance to ask such "sensitive" question. Up till now I dare ...
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| What to do in the temple | 5/17/2006 |
Q: What do I do in the temple when I go? Where do I pray? There are three areas with pillow on the ...
A: I think the best way to start is to surf through the net. The "Mother" of all Buddhist web sites is ...
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| Wisdom | 5/17/2006 |
Q: Wisdom or transcendental intelligence is the sustaning principle of enlightenment.Without ...
A: The sutra is from the Mahayana tradition. I follow the Theravada tradition. We can discuss the ...
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| buddhists on evolution | 5/16/2006 |
Q: I'm doing a paper for school about Intelligent Design and part of my research is to ask different ...
A: What is "Intelligent Design" in the first place? Buddhists do not "believe" in anything. The ...
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| Buddhism | 5/16/2006 |
Q: A couple of questions really. 1) i am a christian and have been practising properly for about two ...
A: 1)"To abstain from sexual misconduct is the third of the 5 precepts which a good Buddhist would ...
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| Careers and Studies in Buddhism | 5/14/2006 |
Q: I'm doing research on a kind of graduate program, career or employment available to buddhist monks. ...
A: I may have misunderstood your question; if not it sounds strange for monks to associate with some ...
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| few questions | 5/13/2006 |
Q: Q1 ) Can one who is reborn in ghost realm / deva realm recall his previous lives ? Q2)In this life ...
A: It's not very often that I receive questions from Asians (Malaysian?). Welcome. Q1) If we were to ...
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| REBORN ENDLESSLY | 5/13/2006 |
Q: I have a question which is hard to explain . I hope you can try your best to understand it and help ...
A: Let us not forget that the main purpose of practising the Buddha's teachings is to gain truth and ...
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| REBORN ENDLESSLY | 5/13/2006 |
Q: I have a question which is hard to explain . I hope you can try your best to understand it and help ...
A: Let us not forget that the main purpose of practising the Buddha's teachings is to gain truth and ...
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| Buddhism course | 5/13/2006 |
Q: i'm POH , from Ipoh ,Malaysia .I have the intention to get a degree course in Buddhism via home ...
A: Please also try search on google and yahoo under "buddhist degree, correspondence course". Good ...
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| Tibetan Alphabet | 5/12/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you are able to change the mantra of Karmapa Chenno into the Tibetan Alphabet, as ...
A: I am more into the practice of the teachings of the Buddha; to experience calm and peace. Perhaps ...
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| The answer | 5/11/2006 |
Q: what is the answer where is the answer is the answer available to everyone and all sentinent ...
A: "what is the answer ".....Answer to what? "where is the answer "......Answer to where? "is the ...
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| Karma and heaven&hell | 5/10/2006 |
Q: What is karma anyway? I've heard that it's like if you do something bad to other people or even ...
A: Kamma is translated as action. In Buddhism, kamma is VOLITIONAL action. This is to say that when ...
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| Hello,
After a lot of careful... | 5/10/2006 |
Q: After a lot of careful consideration i have decided to become a buddhist, i find the views and ...
A: and welcome to the path of truth and inner peace. It will be a long but pleasent journey of ...
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| Buddhist in a Non-Buddhist Family | 5/9/2006 |
Q: I am a Therevada Buddhist and a high school senior who will graduate this June. My parents are ...
A: The world is changing and "getting smaller". Communications are instant. Information is at a click ...
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| nagarjuna | 5/8/2006 |
Q: I have a few questions I hope you can help. 1. Can you explain what it means when nagarjuna says ...
A: Brandie, Thank you for asking me. I am more into the practical aspect of Buddhism, that is to say ...
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| Relationships as a Buddhist | 5/8/2006 |
Q: Peace and health to you! I am an 18-year-old Buddhist of the Theravada tradition who is seeking to ...
A: First we must understand we are very sensual beings; especially at your age. It is very natural. ...
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| buddhism | 5/5/2006 |
Q: so you are not taking buddha's anatta teaching because according to mahayana it is some kind of a ...
A: Your comment "so you are not taking buddha's anatta teaching because according to mahayana it is ...
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| buddhism | 5/3/2006 |
Q: because aung s moe said there are no buddha sensible to enjoy nibanna at death nibanna is only ...
A: First, Nibbana is not a place where you go and enjoy. Actually the meaning of Nibbana is "no ...
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| buddhism | 5/3/2006 |
Q: so nirvana is not eternal existence hence it's just nothing because no birth and death and being ...
A: I would not conclude that nirvana is not eternal. As I said, nirvana is beyond worldly conditioning ...
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| buddhism | 5/2/2006 |
Q: what is nirvana really , what happens to the buddha after death is he annihilated or is it a form of ...
A: Unless a person has attained enlightenment, nirvana can only be a conjecture. However, we can ...
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| The Budhism sins | 5/2/2006 |
Q: I'm trying to locate the figurines of the the budhism sins. This might be the wrong term for them ...
A: Frankly I don't have a clue about those figurines. Perhaps you could search through sites relating ...
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| advise | 4/29/2006 |
Q: but is it ok to be 50/50?umm... i was raised babtist but have not really been into the whole church ...
A: J., Thank you for the ratings and welcome back. I would suggest that you take time to get to know ...
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| advise | 4/28/2006 |
Q: umm... i was raised babtist but have not really been into the whole church thing. and ive been told ...
A: J., Thank you for visiting this site and thank you for communicating with me. This only proves ...
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| Buddhist Priest | 4/24/2006 |
Q: I read in one of your posts that you corrected a writer when he wrote "Buddhist Priest". Well there ...
A: (Please ignore the first response which was actually amended as below, but I don't know why the ...
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| Ten Question Interview | 4/22/2006 |
Q: Justinchoo. I don't have a question but rather a comment. Last week, I asked you ten questions for ...
A: and congratulations for the excellent results. I am very happy for you. Actually if you put the ...
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| prayer and instructors | 4/18/2006 |
Q: Greetings: 1. My name is Adele and I was a Catholic nun for a long time. Since I left, I have ...
A: It is very refreshing and encouraging to know that what I do is appreciated. Coming back to ...
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| Friendships | 4/14/2006 |
Q: I do my best to be loving and accepting of others and to turn a blind eye to mistakes they often ...
A: It's always very therapeutic when one shares one's problems with a willing ear. Half the problems ...
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| prayer and instructors | 4/13/2006 |
Q: Greetings: 1. My name is Adele and I was a Catholic nun for a long time. Since I left, I have ...
A: Welcome to the path of real freedom, inner peace and happiness. Before commenting on your questions ...
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| Questions about Buddhism | 4/12/2006 |
Q: I am very curious about Buddhism and if you please, would like to pose several questions. These ...
A: I take your assurance in good faith. Where were you born? I was born in a small island called ...
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| Troubled and seeking peace from myself and others | 4/12/2006 |
Q: I never really paid much attention to Buddhist teachings in RE class back in High School, i was too ...
A: First, don't panic. I've read your second posting, and will respond in that posting. Here I shall ...
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| 2 doubts | 4/9/2006 |
Q: 1. Is it okay for Buddhists to dream and have fantasies? 2. Who is more supreme? Buddha or the ...
A: 1. Is it okay for Buddhists to dream and have fantasies? Do you have a choice? It is very ...
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| teachings of buddha | 4/3/2006 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a Buddhist to free my mind of stress. Could you give me details on what ...
A: Buddhism is the name given to the teachings of the historical Buddha, whose name was Gotama. What ...
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| Buddhism | 3/31/2006 |
Q: I have just become a Theravada Buddhist, holding my own little ceremony at home. Now that i am ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and happiness. Hope you have a smooth and pleasent journey of a ...
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| How to reduce suffering? | 3/27/2006 |
Q: How does one let go to reduce his/her suffering as a layperson other than meditation?
A: There is no guarantee that meditation can help one to let go and reduce suffering. The most ...
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| Curious | 3/25/2006 |
Q: How is it to become a real Buddhist? As people said even if you pray to Buddha's altar and respect ...
A: The Buddha discovered the way to peace and happiness through realizing the true nature of life and ...
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| Now that I'm a Buddhist | 3/25/2006 |
Q: Justin...we have corresponded before. I have recently left the official Christian faith and have ...
A: Welcome to the path of inner peace and truth. May your journey be a fruitful and happy one. The ...
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| Depression | 3/24/2006 |
Q: What is the buddhist veiw on anti-depressent medications? I am a new buddhist and I take prozac for ...
A: The 5th precept states that we should refrain from taking intoxicating substances. We must ...
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| dharmas---nyaya | 3/23/2006 |
Q: I have several questions. 1. What exactly is the idea called dharma held by adhidharma. 2. Is a ...
A: 1. What exactly is the idea called dharma held by adhidharma. Dharma (Sanskrit) or Dhamma (Pali) ...
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| Buddhism / Hell | 3/23/2006 |
Q: In Dhammapada 10:140, it says that the unwise can fall into Hell. What is the outline on Buddhist ...
A: The Buddha revealed that in the vast universe, there were numerous spheres where beings existed. In ...
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| A question | 3/22/2006 |
Q: Can you tell me a little more about the Arahant? HeatherI am working on a research paper for one of ...
A: Yes, I can tell you a "little more" about Arahant. It will just be a little bit more, for you will ...
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| A question | 3/21/2006 |
Q: I am working on a research paper for one of my college classes. In the catholic religion the have ...
A: There is always something new for me to learn. I never knew that there was such a term in the ...
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| Buddhists and death | 3/20/2006 |
Q: I have just begun studing Buddhism and am unclear on the practical aspects for how Buddhists treat ...
A: The pristine teachings of the Buddha is about realizing the true nature of existence and how to live ...
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| Motivation | 3/19/2006 |
Q: I'm not buddhist but I've got really interested in buddhism and really like the teaching. My ...
A: Always remember to use your commonsense and human intelligence to analyze the Buddha's teachings; ...
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| Motivation | 3/18/2006 |
Q: I'm not buddhist but I've got really interested in buddhism and really like the teaching. My ...
A: Welcome back. The Buddha never advocated anyone to be a loser. His message was that one should not ...
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| i want to understand can you help me ? | 3/17/2006 |
Q: .. im dean and im 14 yers old and i have been learning about your religion and i would like to ...
A: Welcome to this site of inner peace and happiness. Stupid people will not visit this site. You ...
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| Theravada Monks | 3/15/2006 |
Q: I would like to ask you a few more questions if possible. 1. How does Theravada buddhism differ ...
A: Welcome back. 1. How does Theravada buddhism differ from(Pure Land, Mahayana & Zen) A little ...
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| Theravada Monks | 3/14/2006 |
Q: What roles do the monks play in the activities at the temple?(DAY-TO-DAY)Do they offer any guidance ...
A: Monks are those who have given up the household lives, or worldly lives. They have strict rules to ...
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| I did not realize there are... | 3/5/2006 |
Q: I did not realize there are so many forms of Buddhism. It seems like there are so many different ...
A: Welcome back. You must understand that learning kung fu or wushu while practising Buddhism is just ...
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| Buddha | 3/5/2006 |
Q: who is God to buddhist?and how can i be a 100% buddhist? and at last what r the conditions that i ...
A: Buddhists do not subscribe to the idea that there is an all-powerful creator God. You can be 100% ...
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| how do i pray to thr Budda | 3/3/2006 |
Q: Also i am a lay Buddhist
A: Welcome to the journey of inner peace and truth; and thank you for asking me. I would be interested ...
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| Tien Tao | 3/1/2006 |
Q: I go to a meeting of Tien Tao, a Chinese religion that says you can cultivate the Tao by following ...
A: In Chinese "Tien Tao" means literally "Sky Way". The proper translation will be "The Way Of ...
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| School Project | 2/28/2006 |
Q: As a project for school we have to ask three questions to someone who is an expert in the area of ...
A: Looks like I have been kept busy discussing assignments with a group of students, like your ...
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| Ethics and Information | 2/28/2006 |
Q: my name is Jacob. I am a senior at Ware County High in Ware co, Ga. I am taking a philosophy class ...
A: Looks like I have been kept busy discussing assignments with a group of students, like your ...
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| Buddhism | 2/28/2006 |
Q: I actually have three questions. 1) I have heard that there are many types of Buddhism. What are ...
A: Looks like I have been kept busy discussing assignments with a group of students, like your ...
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| Research for my VHS course | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I appologize ahead of time for the odd email. Anyway, I am interested in buddhism and my current VHS ...
A: Your qn:What are the primary differences between the two main forms of Buddhism? Answer: Theravada ...
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| General Questions | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I have some questions regarding buddhism that I hoped you would be able to answer. My first ...
A: Your qn:My first question is how do Buddhists handle "sins" per say? Catholisism has confessions, I ...
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| 3 Basic Questions | 2/27/2006 |
Q: my name is Bianca and I am currently enrolled in an online class, which deals with the differing ...
A: Looks like a group of you have been asking about similar questions. But never mind, I shall answer ...
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| Buddhism and life | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I was asked to do some research on Buddhism by my Eastern Western Thought class. I was wondering if ...
A: Your qn:When did you become Buddhist? Did you learn about the philosophy later in life, or were you ...
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| Buddhism in the modern world | 2/26/2006 |
Q: I have a few questions about Buddhism and its place in modern society. Does Buddhism seem to have ...
A: As people become more educated and more informed, and as the world becomes more accessible, they ...
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| Buddhism | 2/25/2006 |
Q: First, approximately how many different traditions are there concerning Buddhism? Do all of these ...
A: A little historical background of Buddhism will explain this. During the Buddha's time, his ...
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| Buddhism | 2/24/2006 |
Q: I just had a few questions about Buddhism. 1. What do you consider the most important ...
A: Your qn:1. What do you consider the most important aspect/belief/concept in Buddhism (which one is ...
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| Three Questions on Buddhism | 2/24/2006 |
Q: Do you think that Buddhism can enhance or expand an individual's perception of the world? Do you ...
A: Your qn: Do you think that Buddhism can enhance or expand an individual's perception of the world? ...
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| Three Questions on Buddhism | 2/24/2006 |
Q: Do you think that Buddhism can enhance or expand an individual's perception of the world? Do you ...
A: Your qn: Do you think that Buddhism can enhance or expand an individual's perception of the world? ...
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| Questions for Assignment. Please respond A.S.A.P | 2/23/2006 |
Q: My name is Tiffany Thomas and I am part of an Eastern and Western Philosophy class on www.govhs.com. ...
A: Your qn: 1. Do you think one can successfully incorporate an Eastern religion/philosophy, such as ...
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| General information | 2/23/2006 |
Q: THERE ARE ACTUALLY A COUPLE OF QUESTIONS: -What do you think are the most important aspects people ...
A: The most important aspect of Buddhism is the FREEDOM to decide. The Buddha specifically reminded ...
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| Bubbhism as an education | 2/22/2006 |
Q: I heard that Master Chin Kung consider Buddhim to be an education. I plan to study Buddhism. Do ...
A: Buddhism is for life. First, you can say it is education. The first step is to gain knowledge of ...
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| is there no value in "Love" | 2/22/2006 |
Q: let me thank you beforehand you read my question. Four years ago, I fell in love with a boy who is ...
A: It would be easier for me to comment if you reveal your locality and race/nationality. You see, ...
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| becoming a buddist | 2/20/2006 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a buddist, however as a soldier in the US ARMY some of the things that ...
A: No one is disqualified from becoming a Buddhist just because of his profession. The Buddha taught ...
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| Buddha, Instruments, and Health | 2/16/2006 |
Q: Before I accept buddhism I have a few questions. I briefly read some of the tipikata and Buddha says ...
A: First I would like to remind you that no one is forcing you to accept Buddhism. The Tipitaka is a ...
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| Describe budhism's theological foundations and spiritual pratices | 2/13/2006 |
Q: How do contemporary buddhist practices the foundations of the religion?
A: Welcome again. Sorry I don't quite understand your question, but I shall try my best to answer. I ...
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| Buddhism | 2/13/2006 |
Q: How did the childhood experiences of siddhartha guatama lead to his questioning of the practices of ...
A: Actually it was his adulthood experiences that set him thinking about the problems of life. We have ...
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| My life | 2/10/2006 |
Q: Am I allowed to leave my country to find clear way of my life, because I am too lazy to fight my ...
A: You have not provided sufficient info in your question. What are you fighting for or fighting ...
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| Cosmetic surgery | 2/10/2006 |
Q: I want to know what does Buddhism say about Cosmetic Surgery. Thanks
A: The Buddha encouraged his followers to analyze his teachings before accepting them. He advised them ...
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| Buddhist | 2/4/2006 |
Q: my question involves a conflict that I have. I am nineteen yr old Christian yet, for several years I ...
A: It is heartening to know that you will further your learning of Buddhism. Please take time to ...
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| Marriage | 2/2/2006 |
Q: What is the buddhist perspective on upholding the institution of marriage? Should a married couple ...
A: I too always argue with my wife, and many times over very petty matters. I am very lucky to have a ...
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| the pratice of Buddhism | 1/22/2006 |
Q: my name is Kristin. I am a student trying to find some information on a paper/presentation I have ...
A: Your subject "the pratice of Buddhism and how it's expressed in the United States" is not very ...
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| awakened state | 1/20/2006 |
Q: Justin, Have you attained moksha/awakening? I've had a very meaningful dialogue with a Zen teacher ...
A: I am sorry to disappoint you as what I am going to say “would be of little benefit to you” because ...
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| Hello, how are you!
How... | 1/19/2006 |
Q: how are you! How do you think is it possible to develop the sixth sense, or maybe some people ...
A: Welcome back. We all have experience(s) of some uncanny "abilities" of some sort during instances ...
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| theravada vinaya | 1/17/2006 |
Q: Hey I want to ask not about living as a lay Buddhist (which I am for now) but how to become a ...
A: It requires great discipline and effort to be a monk. In the Theravada tradition monks are required ...
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| fights | 1/14/2006 |
Q: i am a 14 year old lay buddhist and i go to a highschool and im wondering is it ok to fight a kid if ...
A: At your age you are certainly not Mike Tyson. It is easy to get into fights, especially if you are ...
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| Moving to a buddhist monastery | 1/14/2006 |
Q: My name is Daniel Linkov. I live in Bulgaria (Sofia). I'd like to know what possibilities (places to ...
A: Nice to hear from Bulgaria. I don't think you have a lot of Buddhists over there. Welcome to the ...
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| I'm 16, from sweden and attend... | 1/10/2006 |
Q: I'm 16, from sweden and attend gymnasium at the first year. I'll just get straight to the point. I ...
A: The problem with this world is that people are behaving wrongly, due to their ignorance of the true ...
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| hi im hannah i have read 2... | 1/6/2006 |
Q: also i would like to know how in buddhism you are supposed to live every moment with great intensity ...
A: You can ask as many questions and as many times as you like. I am here specifically for this ...
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| state of mind and happiness | 1/6/2006 |
Q: i am concentrating on meditating and focusing on speaking, thinking and acting kindly. I can work on ...
A: First we have to accept the fact that we learning to be good. We are not perfect and very unlikely ...
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| Buddhism | 1/4/2006 |
Q: Question 1 Buddhism teaches to never kill according to the first precept. But if a serial killer is ...
A: Question 1 Buddhism teaches to never kill according to the first precept. But if a serial killer ...
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| Nirvana | 1/3/2006 |
Q: i'm interested in Zen Buddhism, I read somewhere that zen does not use as much of what Buddha said, ...
A: The introduction below is from http://www.ibiblio.org/zen/faq.html Which I quote: "What is Zen? ...
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| Hi again!
You know sometimes... | 1/1/2006 |
Q: You know sometimes i try to meditate, sometimes for a half an hour, sometimes one hour. However, i ...
A: Welcome back. We must always remember that when we meditate, we are actually undergoing a life-time ...
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| Nirvana | 12/29/2005 |
Q: just one more thing, Ive been wondering about Nirvana, I no that to realy understand it you need to ...
A: Welcome back. The Buddha warned that there were 4 subjects that ordinary mortals like us would ...
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| Nirvana | 12/27/2005 |
Q: I am Very interested to learn more about buddhism, however I have been brought up as a christian and ...
A: Welcome to the spiritual world of inner peace as propounded by the Buddha. First to answer your ...
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| lay buddhist and Buddha reborn? | 12/25/2005 |
Q: Lay Buddhists are different from Bhikkhus by precepts. Buddhas have broken the cycle of becoming. I ...
A: The Buddha gave his followers complete freedom to practise his teachings. He did not impose any ...
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| Hello justinchoo!
Have... | 12/24/2005 |
Q: Have you ever heard about "Omoto-kyo" religion? What is it? Does something like Omoto-Kyo still ...
A: Welcome back, if you are the one and same Luke who had visited here before. I notice that you are ...
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| Balance | 12/13/2005 |
Q: it has been a long time since I asked a quesion. I hope you are well and healthy. As you remember, ...
A: I am very happy to hear from you again and to know that you are well. You are always in my mind and ...
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| just wondering | 12/12/2005 |
Q: i really would like a chance to become a buddhist and just don't know what to do to get started for ...
A: Very easy. First take your time to brouse through the following websites below to learn more about ...
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| The Death Penalty | 12/12/2005 |
Q: Having mixed emotions concerning the death penalty, what is the Buddhist thoughts on this?
A: The first of the 5 precepts which Buddhists follow is that of refraining from killing. It is very ...
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Hello
Many or most martial... | 11/28/2005 |
Q: Many or most martial arts are in a way connected with Buddhism. Do you think that doing martial arts ...
A: It is only the Shaolin school that is connected with Buddhism, simply because they are Buddhist ...
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| Fertility treatment | 11/27/2005 |
Q: Is there a general Buddhist view on fertility treatment?
A: My apologies for the dealyed reply due to website problem. The Buddha was only interested to show ...
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| A few more questions | 11/27/2005 |
Q: You answered a few of my questions a few days ago, and they really helped me, thanks! Yet, my ...
A: Welcome back. Apologies for the delayed reply due to website problem. 1)A brief historical ...
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| chants | 11/26/2005 |
Q: please could you tellme if chants please could u send me some and do we hve a soul and wat really ...
A: My apologies for the delayed reply due to website problem. First you have to know that there are ...
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| New Buddhist, old questions | 11/24/2005 |
Q: I'm fifteen, and have a more than slightly curious mind. I'll try to make my questions as breif as ...
A: At your age, you have read alot about Buddhism. Keep it up. I know it is very difficult to put ...
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| Where can I buy your book? | 11/20/2005 |
Q: Let me know where and how and I'll purchase your book. Thank you, Rico
A: My book is a compilation of extracts from many publications. It is arranged in an orderly manner ...
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| Simplicity | 11/20/2005 |
Q: I am a simple fellah: I've tried Vipassana and I love the Dammapada. I'd like to basically live a ...
A: I am assuming that you are the same Rico the "super evangelist". Welcome back. What you are doing ...
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| Which faith? | 11/19/2005 |
Q: I came back to Christ exactly a year ago after twenty two years of being away from Christ. I had ...
A: I am indeed very honoured to have a "super evangelist" telling me things that I like to hear. ...
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| Buddhist Diet | 11/14/2005 |
Q: In one of the five precepts, it is said that Buddhists are supposed to abstain from destroying ...
A: The first precept is traditionally translated as: " I undertake the precept of refraining from ...
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| - | 11/13/2005 |
Q: how are you! Whenever i read something that is connected with Buddhism or meditation then i always ...
A: I am very well, thank you. "I think therefore I am" The Buddha's analysis of a person is that this ...
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| What is a person? | 11/12/2005 |
Q: I am doing a speech for a class in which I must persuade people as to what a person is. What are ...
A: I don't understand what you mean by "persuading people as to what a person is". Maybe you mean to ...
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| Where to practise in becoming a monk | 11/8/2005 |
Q: Over the last five years I have wanted to practise in becoming a monk but I am unsure of where to ...
A: Welcome to the spiritual world of inner peace as propounded by the Buddha. I would suggest you ...
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| Putting Dharma into practice | 11/8/2005 |
Q: I am currently working through some very strong feelings as I care for a close family member who has ...
A: Even if you can make it "last just a little bit longer", you still will be back to square one; isn't ...
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| moral tool | 11/6/2005 |
Q: How is teh religion used to solve a problem. How is it utilized by leaders/group?
A: Buddhism is about the teachings of the Buddha. What did the Buddha teach? He taught us to use our ...
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| School Paper | 10/30/2005 |
Q: My questions are less about the technical aspects of Buddhism and more about your personal beliefs ...
A: This is a follow-up of my earlier answers. I've noticed that I had inadvertently left out your ...
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| - | 10/29/2005 |
Q: This is a passage from the Catholic Bible: "Let us make man in our image, after our likeness; and ...
A: I wonder whether your bible gives you the right to kill all animals? The Buddhists, view all living ...
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| Ahimsa | 10/22/2005 |
Q: I am writing a critical response paper to Easterbrook and his idea that science could one day end ...
A: People throughout history had fantastic ideas. They may be very clever altering this and that. But ...
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| Funeral & Death | 10/11/2005 |
Q: A topic abt death and preparation for the funeral cropped up during the death of one relative ...
A: First, please remember the historical development and spread of Buddhism, which I wrote earlier. It ...
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| Three Questions | 10/9/2005 |
Q: I have an assignment to interview an expert on Buddhism and I was hoping you could help me out. I ...
A: 1) There are different "schools" or "traditions" of Buddhism. Examples are Tibetan, Mahayana, and ...
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| Buddhist Schools | 10/8/2005 |
Q: Are there Buddhist schools in regions heavily populated with Buddhists that are not monestaries but ...
A: I don't know where you are writing from. In Buddhist countries such as Myanmar(Burma), Sri Lanka, ...
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| Modern views | 10/8/2005 |
Q: Today's dynamic and industrial world convinces us that we are always in a hurry for somewhere and we ...
A: There are 2 aspects in our lives. One is the worldly life that we are living. The other is the ...
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| practice and karma | 10/3/2005 |
Q: My husband states that he has recently become a practicing Buddhist. In February of this year, he ...
A: I am very relieved to know that you are in good spirit. In times of traumatic circumstances, it ...
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| practice and karma | 10/2/2005 |
Q: My husband states that he has recently become a practicing Buddhist. In February of this year, he ...
A: This is a very serious problem. I don't think I am qualified to give advices. But I could make ...
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| mala beads | 9/21/2005 |
Q: may i ask about mala beads, what are they for ,how should they be worn/used. do you know of a site ...
A: Mala beads are aids for people to gain concentration. My opinion is that its effectiveness is very ...
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| becoming | 9/19/2005 |
Q: and thats all it takes to be a buddhist? oh and it's called lay buddhism right?these are my aims in ...
A: Welcome back. First, I must reiiterate that my comments are my personal opinions, which means you ...
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| No contradiction | 9/15/2005 |
Q: Why is there no logic in subscribing to doctrines that are contradictory to each other as you put ...
A: As I had forwarned that I did not wish to point out other differences for fear of misunderstanding ...
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| God | 9/14/2005 |
Q: I am a Catholic but I am also very interested in Buddhism and have read alot of books, especially by ...
A: It is always a mental trauma for a person who has been brought up in a western Christain society ...
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| I like what buddhism teaches... | 9/13/2005 |
Q: I like what buddhism teaches but I want to keep my other religion....can i be buddhist and still be ...
A: You can't have both cakes and eat them all! The funamental concepts of the 2 religions are ...
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| becoming | 9/13/2005 |
Q: and have accepted the dhamma and sangha and buddha 3 times plus the eightfold path and five precepts ...
A: You are certainly a very matured person for your age! What you are doing is more than enough. ...
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| Frustration!! | 9/10/2005 |
Q: I hope you are well. I find myself frustrated this week. You see, I work long shifts as a paramedic ...
A: I'm fine except the irritating coughs which started today. That makes me very tired. That's the ...
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| interfaith relationship | 9/9/2005 |
Q: Justinchoo, I consider myself Buddhist and try my best to follow Buddhist teachings, however there ...
A: My wife's elder sister is a devout Buddhist. Her husband is a Catholic. They married quite late in ...
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| people practice Buddhism but still do harmful things to others | 9/3/2005 |
Q: Mr. Justin Choo, Why two person who affect my life were Buddhist? I work for an international ...
A: First, I will assume that what you wrote is the truth. I have no reason to doubt your words. We ...
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| Learning Lessons Slowly | 8/30/2005 |
Q: I want to share two recent experiences with you that relate to my growth as a buddhist. Recently I ...
A: especially when I'm having a dry run this period with no one asking me. You are constantly on my ...
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| buddhism and struggle | 8/21/2005 |
Q: I have recently become very interested in Buddhism and have come upon a wall. Buddhism teaches that ...
A: Since you are just beginning to study the teachings of the Buddha, you will find most concepts very ...
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| the five precepts | 8/11/2005 |
Q: the first precept talks of abstaining from destroying living animals does this include eating meat
A: The first precept is traditionally translated as: " I undertake the precept of refraining from ...
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| Buddhism | 8/2/2005 |
Q: Could I please ask whether an existing belief that god is in me is incompatible with the practice of ...
A: I congratulate you on your road to recovery. If one is from a society where the concept of god is ...
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| Buddhist Marriages | 8/1/2005 |
Q: I've two questions regarding buddhist marriages and one about children for the modern day person. ...
A: The teachings of the Buddha are about seeking understanding of life, in order to live in peace and ...
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| swearing | 7/26/2005 |
Q: I was just wondering if swearing goes against 'right speech'? I'm asking this question because i ...
A: My apology for the indirect answer. The direct answer is this. There are 10 unwholesome actions in ...
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| Stress | 7/26/2005 |
Q: This time I have something different on my mind besides a question. I was involved in a bit of an ...
A: The solution is not to find some magic quotations from the Buddha's sayings. The right approach is ...
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| swearing | 7/25/2005 |
Q: I was just wondering if swearing goes against 'right speech'? I'm asking this question because i ...
A: The beauty of the Buddha's teachings is that we can always use our common sense and human ...
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| natural mind | 7/22/2005 |
Q: I hope you are happy and healthy. I have another question for you: I have read a lot about ...
A: Nice to hear from you again. You are talking about the subject of meditation; Buddhist meditation ...
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| Beginner | 7/8/2005 |
Q: I would like to find more about buddhism. I am 42 years old. Recovering from a nervous breakdown. I ...
A: Right now, if I were you, I would keep myself busy with the things I like to do and enjoy doing ...
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| The "precious" self | 7/6/2005 |
Q: Im back again to ask another question. I have read a lot about how it is the concept of "precious ...
A: my friend, Thank you for dropping by. I am very well, thank you. The Buddha's concept of "no ...
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| Becoming a Buddhist Priest | 7/6/2005 |
Q: I would like to know how to become a Buddhist then eventually I want to become a Buddhist Priest. Do ...
A: May I assume that you are very new to Buddhism because of the term "Buddhist priest" used by you. ...
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| Funny Story | 6/17/2005 |
Q: I do not really have a question for you this time around (sorry), but I wanted to share a quick ...
A: Nice of you to come back and share experiences. The more we share the more we learn. Your ...
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| becoming a buddhist | 6/16/2005 |
Q: I have repeated the refuge prayer ,in my own home, before an image of the Buddha. What should I do ...
A: Buddhists traditionally recite homage to the Buddha and followed by taking the 5 precepts. If you ...
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| Relationships | 6/15/2005 |
Q: I just have one comment. It seems the more I look around and the more I apply the teachings of the ...
A: The fool is always blind That's why the Buddha is the All-seeing One When we SEE with our mind, ...
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| Relationships | 6/15/2005 |
Q: I hope you are happy and healthy, I am back for another question. I have noticed that many people ...
A: It was a looong wait to hit Bull's Eye! You have hit a 10! This is your 10th visit. ...
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| Buddhism tratition | 6/5/2005 |
Q: I'm not a Buddhist, but I need some information. Does Buddhism have an equivalent to Christianity's ...
A: Before answering your question, a little bit of what Buddhism is, will clarify your question. The ...
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| buddhism | 5/20/2005 |
Q: Please I need help with my school project. How did buddhism influence Ancient Japan? So any help ...
A: Don't worry, help is here for thee! And thank you for asking me! In my PERSONAL OPINION, with the ...
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| vegitrianaism | 5/18/2005 |
Q: I have been told that it does not matter if you eat meat or not. I personally do not. The reason ...
A: I shall come straight to the point. It is OK to eat meat. It is not wholesome to kill life ...
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| Buddha Statue | 5/17/2005 |
Q: And my question ment was there the statue when Siddartha started it or was still living
A: As I said, the Buddha statues were most probably introduced by the Macedonians during the time of ...
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| Buddha Statue | 5/16/2005 |
Q: In school I am doing a report on Buddha and Buddhism. I am trying to figure out information about ...
A: Buddhists do not "worship" idols. Buddhists follow the teachings of the Buddha. His teachings were ...
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| Buddhism and Abortion | 5/14/2005 |
Q: Do you know of any anti-abortion organizations that are Buddhist? The Christians have tons of them ...
A: Buddhist organizations are strictly for the study, practice, and propagation of the teachings of the ...
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| becoming a buddhist | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I consider myself a humanist, respecting all aspects of religions. I am coming accross with Kwain ...
A: Let me first clarify your comment. Kwan Yin is a very popular deity in Mahayana Buddhism. The ...
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| Getting rid of Hurt | 5/11/2005 |
Q: Recently a friend of mine did some things that hurt me very much. I won't go into details but lets ...
A: Yes, you are back again...9th time! Remember I told you about the straight jacket simile? The more ...
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| blind and deaf people | 5/8/2005 |
Q: I was at a budhist lecture one night and my mind drifted for some reason to the blind and the deaf ...
A: This is an update. If you have not been following the "theravada-my group" I have got info that a ...
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| A comment on TIME | 5/6/2005 |
Q: I'm writing to you only to refer to a question asked from and answered by you. It's the one with the ...
A: Welcome to this site. It is indeed very refreshing to have visitors like you. The Buddha's ...
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| Nuisan Neighbour | 5/6/2005 |
Q: I have been a patient person for many years. I recently moved into a new apartment where my ...
A: In the Mangala Sutta, the Buddha noted that to have a suitable place to live is one of the highest ...
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| Buddhism and the old | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I don't known if it's possible to throw some light into this matter. I would like to know, briefly ...
A: The Buddha reminded us that there were gods (Brahmas) in our homes. We are supposed to pay great ...
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| How to become a monk | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I am very interested in becoming tibetan monk in Australia. I do not no what the process is to ...
A: The very fact that you do not know how to become a monk means that you are not ready yet. Becoming ...
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| karma question | 5/4/2005 |
Q: i hope that this is an okay question and i thank you for your thoughts in advance :) i have studied ...
A: There is nothing embarrasing about your question. It is a good question. We have actually been ...
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| silly question | 5/1/2005 |
Q: Simple (dumb) question : is it true that Buddha had supernatural powers, like Superman :)
A: I like you, but unfortunately you are using up the balance of my available number of questions. You ...
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| Buddhism and Christianity | 4/30/2005 |
Q: Is it possible to be both a Buddhist and a Christian / Catholic? I am interested in practicing ...
A: Changing one's religion is a very serious matter because it may most probably affect people close to ...
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| Practicing with a new Sangha | 4/28/2005 |
Q: I have sort of an odd question for you this time around. I have been practicing regularily at a ...
A: It's wonderful hearing from you again for the 8th time. In fact I was thinking of you only ...
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| help me wake up | 4/28/2005 |
Q: "Now your comment: "since enlightenement is like waking up from a dream (or so i hear), could ...
A: Welcome for the 4th. time. Mr Tudor, my dear friend, have you ever wonder why a puppy goes round ...
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| Child rearing | 4/27/2005 |
Q: How do Buddhists raise children? Are adults easy on discipline, or do they begin discipline at an ...
A: First I would like to assure you that a "Buddhist" is just as mortal as you are. The only ...
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| a question | 4/27/2005 |
Q: You were right, i am still confused. What Buddha said is most plausible ( i cannot say that it is ...
A: Before plunging into troubled waters trying to make you more confused, please allow me to comment on ...
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| time | 4/24/2005 |
Q: What you told me is true. I just want to know how does buddhist philosophy explain the sensation of ...
A: There is a slight confusion here. I must have accidentally clicked the wrong button, a few moments ...
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| time | 4/23/2005 |
Q: Please tell me why is there no accurate explanation for time in buddhist philosophy ? The world is ...
A: By the way, I am also a simple man, just like you. I shall try to give a simple answer. In fact if ...
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| Buddhism | 4/20/2005 |
Q: Well, i just want to ask 10 questions because i feel these 10 would help me understand buddhism ...
A: Your question#1. How does your religion affect your daily life? The Buddha's teachings are very ...
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| Theravada Vietnamese | 4/19/2005 |
Q: How does the communities' commitment and practice of your religion differ in America than it would ...
A: First of all I must say you have asked some difficult questions. Nevertheless, I shall try my best ...
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| What types of meditation are... | 4/19/2005 |
Q: What types of meditation are there and why do they have so many types of meditation?
A: There is actually only one purpose in Buddhist meditation, and that is training the mind to be ...
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| how | 4/6/2005 |
Q: How to get solution for any problem according to buddisium?
A: When a child has a toothache, he cries. He doesn't know why he is having a toothache. The only way ...
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| Bhuddism | 4/4/2005 |
Q: What is bhuddism?
A: Buddhism is the name given to the teachings of the Buddha. What did he teach? He taught us to use ...
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| buddhism | 4/1/2005 |
Q: The little I know about Buddhism sounds appealing. Can you recommend a couple of books that will ...
A: Welcome to the path of freedom and peace. Freedom from dogmas and commandments. Peace within ...
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| Is the mind everything? | 4/1/2005 |
Q: another day another question from me. I hope all is well with you and here goes: I have heard the ...
A: Congratulations! You have finally realized the truth. Our lives are surrounded by dangers and ...
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| What would buddha do? | 3/30/2005 |
Q: I'm back now for a 5th time I think. As I mentioned before I work as a paramedic, and encountered a ...
A: I am very happy that you are back, not the 5th., but the 6th time! Your job must be a very ...
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| Buddhist Schools | 3/25/2005 |
Q: What is the difference between Theravada, Mahayana and Zen Buddhism. How does each sect view the ...
A: All the three "schools" have a common source. All three acknowledge the fundamental teachings of ...
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| Your thoughts on Buddhism.... | 3/23/2005 |
Q: my name is Alejandra and I am doing a research paper on Buddhism and it's followers. I was hoping ...
A: ~When were you first introduced to the religion? I am from a Chinese family, and traditionally we ...
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| Being aware of negativity | 3/22/2005 |
Q: This is my 4th time back now, and I must say I find your advice and answers quite helpful. I have ...
A: Nice to hear from you again! You have always been in my mind lately. I'm very happy that you found ...
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| Desire in everyday life | 3/16/2005 |
Q: This is now my 4th time back to ask your advice. I have read a lot about desire and the taming of ...
A: Nice to hear from you again. Quite a lot of people misinterprete the concept of "desire" in ...
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| Tibetan Lunar calendar | 3/16/2005 |
Q: Is Buddhism connected with Tibetan Lunar (zodiac) calendar?
A: I am not familiar with the Tibetan lunar (zodiac) calendar, assuming there is one. However, I can ...
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| Need Help Cooling the Flames | 3/13/2005 |
Q: This is my 3rd question to you, and thus far I must say your answers have been excellent. I have ...
A: Welcome for the third time. It gives me great satisfaction knowing that my effort and contribution ...
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| Problems Meditating | 3/12/2005 |
Q: Recently my facial muscles have developed the habit of clenching very tightly involuntarily when I ...
A: Different people may encounter differing experiences during meditation. The common advice given by ...
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| question | 3/11/2005 |
Q: While reading i've come across such a passage: "Blend with (ki-musubi) the Universe of Heaven and ...
A: Frankly, I have not the slightest idea what the above passage is all about! Perhaps you may let me ...
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| Beginner | 3/11/2005 |
Q: I have always been interested in the traditions and ways of the Far East (especially the delicious ...
A: Welcome to the path of truth and peace. This is the beauty of Buddhism. We welcome people who ...
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| the eternal | 3/9/2005 |
Q: "The entity is there..." What entity? You imply that consciousness dissolves (although the Buddha ...
A: Welcome again. Your"The entity is there..." What entity? You imply that consciousness dissolves ...
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| the eternal | 3/9/2005 |
Q: The Buddha proclaimed the self to be empty. Also, though He neverly expressly denied it, the ...
A: The Buddha's axiom is in this statement: "Not the same, and yet not different" It is just like the ...
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| Buddhist Question. | 3/8/2005 |
Q: As I'm guessing you know... Buddhism does not seem to classify as a world religion. A religion is ...
A: Your guess is absolute spot on. What is the purpose of a religion? If the purpose of a religion is ...
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| Focus in meditation | 3/8/2005 |
Q: What techniques are there to help stop your mind from straying in meditation?
A: An untrained mind is an untamed mind. It wanders forever. Tne mission of a meditator is to ...
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| The aspects of different planes of existence | 3/3/2005 |
Q: Justin Choo, I understand that in Buddhism, there are different planes of existence. How could that ...
A: Your questions show that you are well informed of the Buddha's teachings. You have also asked very ...
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| Basic beliefs of the practicing Buddhist. | 3/2/2005 |
Q: I have read enough to know that I have an appreciation and respect for the peaceful mindfulness of ...
A: ? # 1 Is Budda considered a God or is he simply thought of as the master teacher of the Buddist's ...
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| deities | 3/2/2005 |
Q: I have anotherwhile meditating, does a Buddhist think about the Buddha; does he/she reflect upon the ...
A: Welcome again. Buddhist meditation is another very profound subject. In the Buddha's language it ...
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| deities | 3/1/2005 |
Q: ..I was wondering if you could tell me whether there is an ultimate deity in Buddhism? (Christinaity ...
A: Most of us are brought up to believe that a religion must always have a supreme being as an overseer ...
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| Buddhism and its entities | 3/1/2005 |
Q: In the Buddhist religion what is the most important rule or moral you must follow? Do you find it ...
A: In a nutshell, Buddhism is traditionally explained in 3 lines: Not to commit evil, To do good, ...
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| Basic beliefs of the practicing Buddhist. | 2/28/2005 |
Q: I have read enough to know that I have an appreciation and respect for the peaceful mindfulness of ...
A: It is very comforting to know that you have embarked on the spiritual journey of universal truth. ...
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| buddhism | 2/27/2005 |
Q: my name is Graham, and as an assignment for our philosphy class, we have been told to ask three ...
A: 1. How has practicing Buddhism affected your pursuit of wordly objects ie television, clothes etc. ...
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| General Questions about Buddhism | 2/26/2005 |
Q: First of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to inform others about your religion. I ...
A: What do you believe is the most defining aspect of your religion that makes it different from all ...
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| Buddhism | 2/20/2005 |
Q: I have several questions for you about Buddhism for my philosophy class. My first question is ...
A: Vegetarianism and killing. Killing means the taking of life. Vegetarianism is to refrain from ...
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| karma in daily life | 2/17/2005 |
Q: I work in a big city as a paramedic. Compassion and understanding is a big part of working on the ...
A: The law of kamma is one of the 5 cosmic laws that govern our lives. They are: 1. The physical or ...
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| Compassion for others | 2/15/2005 |
Q: I live in a big city and am faced everyday with the dilemma of having to be compassionate when ...
A: Compassion is a very tall order. How far can we go, depends on our spiritual qualities and external ...
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| The Date of Vesak (Wesak) | 2/12/2005 |
Q: I have found several definitions for what seems to be the most important Buddhist holiday of the ...
A: You are right. Wesak is celebrated on the full moon day of May. This year it falls on 22nd May. ...
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| enlightenment | 1/29/2005 |
Q: Very often, in Buddhism, we read and hear about enlightenment,but, actually, what is it ...
A: The Buddha is regarded as a Fully Enlightened person. The Pali term is Samma-sambodhi. The root ...
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| reproduction | 1/28/2005 |
Q: If life is suffering, what do Buddhists think about having kids?
A: If Aids are caused by sexual contacts, what do you think about having sex? Not having kids is not ...
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| a fisherman catch fishes all... | 1/25/2005 |
Q: a fisherman catch fishes all his life. is it a bad karma to catch fish for a living?
A: There are certain occupations that are considered unwholesome. They are those dealing in flesh, ...
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| The nature of Sin | 1/20/2005 |
Q: I am currently working on a personal project about the nature of Sin. I am the artist and co-author ...
A: "Sin" is a totally Christian concept. In Budhhism there is no such thing as "sin". In Buddhism we ...
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| Euthanasia, Stem-Cells and Life | 1/18/2005 |
Q: I'm currently taking part in a project investigating assorted belifs on euthanasia, stem-cell ...
A: I must apologize for the delayed response as I am still having the virus problem in my PC. I must ...
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| Buddhism | 1/4/2005 |
Q: what are the Basic Beleif of Buddhism ? Buddha is the GOD or messenger of GOD ? also How many ...
A: Buddhism is a very much misunderstood religion, not only in the west but also in tne east. I shall ...
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| During this period of sad... | 1/3/2005 |
Q: During this period of sad mourning for the millions of victims caused by the devastating tsunami ...
A: The Buddha revealed that there were 5 Cosmic Orders or Laws that influenced and governed this world. ...
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| Monasteries +solitary retreats | 12/17/2004 |
Q: I'm working on an article for the Buddhist publication Buddhadharma on doing solitary retreats, do ...
A: No, I don't have any professional qualification to answer historical questions about Buddhism. ...
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| Buddhism and the soul | 12/13/2004 |
Q: Is there a difference between Theravada and Mahayana beliefs with respect to the existence of the ...
A: As far as I know there is no difference between the 2 traditions in the concept of "no soul". ...
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| Learning about Buddhism | 12/6/2004 |
Q: I have been given some books from a buddhist on Buddhism and it is one of the first things that make ...
A: It gives me great happiness to welcome you to the path of Truth and Peace. This was the mission of ...
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| repentance in buddha | 12/5/2004 |
Q: I want to know if there is any kind of repentance in buddha. and if it is, how and where it would be ...
A: I think what you mean is whether there is such a practice like the Christian act of confession, and ...
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| nature of forgiveness | 12/3/2004 |
Q: does buddhism advocate the forgiving of people who have wronged. If it does would you say that to ...
A: Our general understanding of forgiveness is that we think the other party has done us some wrong in ...
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| anatman | 11/19/2004 |
Q: since buddhist suttana makes no mention of a 'no-soul doctrine', NOR does the context of ...
A: Your last 3 sutta quotations all confirmed the Buddha's exposition of the concept of anatta. That ...
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| lunar calendar | 11/4/2004 |
Q: I am trying to figure out when the beginning of a lunar year is. For example, a holiday may fall on ...
A: Actually, your questions are more related to lunar year rather than Buddhism. Nevertheless, I shall ...
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| meditation | 11/2/2004 |
Q: I would like to know, how often do you meditate each day? and Do you ultimately feels the presence ...
A: Buddhist meditation is "mental cultivation". The initial exercise is to train to calm this mind ...
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| second question | 11/2/2004 |
Q: Sir Thank you for answering the first question. Accepting that everything flows, that nothing is ...
A: I think what you are asking is about the concept of rebirth. If I am wrong, please rephrase your ...
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| first question | 10/31/2004 |
Q: Sir If one accepts that there are unimportant questions, questions that divert the mind from ...
A: There was this person by the name of Malunkyaputta who insisted that unless the Buddha answered all ...
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| Can you be reincarnated into... | 10/29/2004 |
Q: Can you be reincarnated into an animal or a bug?
A: The Buddhist concept is called "rebirth". "Reincarnation" assumes a sort of a permanent entity that ...
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| buddah statue | 10/29/2004 |
Q: who/what is the buddah statue resembled after?
A: You have unwittingly correctly phrased the question, by adding the "what". The image of the Buddha ...
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| holidays | 10/29/2004 |
Q: What are some of the major Buddhist holidays? Also is it true you are alowed to celibrate any ...
A: By holidays, I presume you mean holy days. The most important holy day is the Wesak Day. It falls on ...
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| Do you worship every day?... | 10/29/2004 |
Q: Do you worship every day? If so, where and how long do you worship each day and how do you decide ...
A: Buddhists practise the teachings of the Buddha. The Buddha was not a god. He was a very special ...
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| reincarnation | 10/29/2004 |
Q: If you are reincarnated into a cow or other animal, how is it possible to reach nirvana from that ...
A: The Buddhist concept is called "rebirth". "Reincarnation" assumes a sort of a permanent entity that ...
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| re-incarnation | 10/28/2004 |
Q: Have you been re-incarnated before this life, if so did you enter another world before you were born ...
A: I wonder whether you realize that I am just an ordinary mortal like most people. As an ordinary ...
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| you | 10/28/2004 |
Q: when you meditate do you see things that will happen in the future? Thanks
A: (I wonder whether you are the same person asking different questions through different names. Please ...
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| Monks | 10/28/2004 |
Q: Are there any foods that you are not able to eat?
A: (I wonder whether you are the same person asking different questions through different names. ...
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| ur religion | 10/28/2004 |
Q: How do you remember your name? Also, do you have to meditate every day? are you alowed to be ...
A: (I wonder whether you are the same person asking different questions through different names. ...
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| Meditation | 10/28/2004 |
Q: Do you have to meditate at a certain time of day?
A: (I wonder whether you are the same person asking different questions through different names. ...
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| General Buddhist Questions from a History Class | 10/28/2004 |
Q: my name is Jake Hollin and I teach an honors world history 9th grade class in Maryland. My students ...
A: Feel free to ask as many questions as you like. I am here specifically to answer questions; and I ...
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| Extraterrestrials | 10/25/2004 |
Q: How do Buddhists view extraterrestrials? The possibility of life elsewhere in the universe? Thank ...
A: The Budhha's explanation of the universe was what the present scientists found out to be. He ...
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| Buddhism Fast | 10/19/2004 |
Q: Please I want to know every thing about Buddhism Fast all I know that we drink only water is that ...
A: Buddhism is a very free religion. We have complete freedom to practise the Buddha's teachings by ...
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| fasting in budhism | 10/17/2004 |
Q: could you please tell me if you have fasting in your religion or not? and inform me about age of ...
A: I just noticed that there was a typing error in the 1st line of my reply. "impoe" should be ...
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| The Environment | 10/16/2004 |
Q: My 13 yr old daughter is doing a project on Buddhism and one of the questions is, what ...
A: The Buddha's teachings are very practical, moderate, and relevant for this day and age. His ...
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| fasting in budhism | 10/16/2004 |
Q: could you please tell me if you have fasting in your religion or not? and inform me about age of ...
A: Buddhism does not impoe fasting on people. This means I will not have to answer the rest of your ...
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| buddhism against catholicism | 10/15/2004 |
Q: what does does your religeon say about catholics aspiring to be both catholic and buddhist?
A: Actually, if someone is "aspiring" to be both Catholic and Buddhist, we will welcome him. By ...
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| religion | 10/13/2004 |
Q: can you tell me about your altars and what they are used for?
A: This is too general a question, and quite unusual too. Buddhism, being a very tolerant, adaptive, ...
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| karma and chanting | 10/11/2004 |
Q: I'm beginning to learn more about Buddhism.I've met people who sought refuge from both Theravada and ...
A: Actually,you have already answered your own question when you wrote "I found that they chanted with ...
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| One More Question | 10/3/2004 |
Q: I have just one more question for you if you don't mind: How difficult is it for you to follow your ...
A: YourHow difficult is it for you to follow your beliefs in your everyday life? My answer: The ...
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| Hi, I am taking an Eastern... | 10/1/2004 |
Q: I am taking an Eastern and Western Thought class and I need to interview someone who studies or ...
A: Your1. How are you able to practice your Buddhist beliefs? Meaning, do woship in a particular ...
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| Buddhist Thought | 10/1/2004 |
Q: I am taking an Eastern and Western thought class and one of out assignments involves looking into ...
A: Your1.) Do you feel that a Buddhist can be involved in such a materialistic culture as that of ...
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| A few questions | 9/30/2004 |
Q: I'm sorry there are so many questions. In my philosophy class we are studying Buddhism and were ...
A: You don't have to feel sorry asking me questions because I am here specifically for you to ask. The ...
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| help with understanding. | 9/29/2004 |
Q: I need this for an asignment, and given your high ratings, I picked you to ask. Any help in filling ...
A: and for asking me. Answers to questions 1,2,3,&4 are partly answered and the rest can be found in my ...
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| Buddhism | 9/28/2004 |
Q: What is the Buddhist book? (like the bible in christianity)
A: Sorry for the delayed reply due to problem in my pc. Thank you for asking me. We are used to ...
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| There is still light....... | 9/14/2004 |
Q: What should a good Buddhist do in order to share his knowledge and wisdom with other. This is a ...
A: This world was, is, and will be what it is. So take heart. Do not be too concerned about the ...
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| But i thought their wasn't a....... | 9/13/2004 |
Q: Justin, Thanks for the response, i got it now. This is off that topic but i was wondering what ...
A: Actually your question was answered in my earlier reply that Buddhism is the only religion that ...
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| History Project/Buddhism | 9/13/2004 |
Q: I can not figure out that return riddle for the answer to #5. Can you please give me the answer to ...
A: 5.Where can you go to find the way and what is the way? The answer: I have eyes but not see I ...
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| But i thought their wasn't a....... | 9/12/2004 |
Q: I've lookeda t buddhism alot recently and i understand that buddhists don't believe in God but i ran ...
A: It is in the sharing that we can learn more. You wrote: (i understand that buddhists don't believe ...
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| Working in a Temple | 9/7/2004 |
Q: I have this question wondering if you could help me. I'm very interested in Buddhism & is very ...
A: There are different administrative systems in different temples around the world. From my knowledge ...
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| Robin Hood? | 9/6/2004 |
Q: Yes I do have high standards for myself. I want to break the cyclic existance in this lifetime. I ...
A: I must apologise for changing your name. I just noticed it. Sorry, Kenny. I admire your great ...
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| Robin Hood? | 9/4/2004 |
Q: I am a bread/cake route driver. For years now I have given some of my returns to the employees at my ...
A: If I may call you such. You know Kenny, there is a moral to this legend. Robbing the rich to feed ...
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| I am looking for a teacher where do I go? | 9/4/2004 |
Q: I am new at being a buddhist and everything I read says I need a teacher, I feel personally I would ...
A: You will always be very special in my heart because I am honoured to have you as my very first ...
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