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Piyavadana
“Do not believe in anything simply because you have heard it. Do not believe in anything simply because it is spoken and rumored by many. Do not believe in anything simply because it is found written in your religious books. Do not believe…
Piyavadana
"Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the candle's life will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared..."
The Buddha
One’s own happiness to the exclusion of others is not true happiness. We…
Satipatthana News
A sapling of Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree is taken to Nashik
A sapling from the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree in Anuradhapura found its new home in Nashik, Maharashtra. This momentous event unfolded on the auspicious day of October 24th,…
Piyavadana
“Before you speak,
let your words pass through three gates:
Is it true?
Is it necessary?
Is it kind?”
-The Buddha-
Always make sure whatever you are saying is true. Don’t try to make something up or add fuel to gossip…
The Marvels of the birthplace of Buddha
Odhanthapuri Maha Viharaya
Odhanthapuri Maha Viharaya, situated in Bihar Sherif, presently known as Bihar, stands as the primary bastion of Buddhism in the region. The roots of this temple trace back to the eighth century when it was…
The Bhikkuni Sasana that we lost
The establishment of the Bhikkuni Sasana, the order of Buddhist nuns, unfolded approximately five years after the initiation of the Bhikku Sasana, the monastic community for male monks. Despite the expressed willingness of Princess…
The Proficient Performer: Transcending Human Boundaries in the Political Arena
Embracing the ethos of living unfettered, one must be poised to confront mortality without hesitation. Thus, fostering a resolute mindset prepared for the inevitability of death becomes paramount. Gandhi's profound philosophy advocates for…
Mindfulness to eliminate stress
Living in our contemporary society entails relentless competition and intricate challenges. Whether one willingly embraces societal dynamics or finds themselves thrust into its complexities, the reality remains that individuals of all ages…
The Buddhist perspective of fanaticism
Terms like craziness, fanaticism, unconsciousness, and madness are terms that we are familiar with. The mind, left untended, can succumb to various ailments, ranging from minor disturbances to severe afflictions. Fanaticism, in particular,…
Piyavadana
"You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve…