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A spiritual frame of mind
Life, Karnjariya Sukrung, Published on 21/03/2013
» Monks walking on a log over a running creek, residing in a cave, sitting in meditation at the edge of a cliff, and going for an alms round in a remote mountainous village. Looking at these photos in the "Dhammafarers" exhibition, on show at Buddhadasa Indapanno Archives in Chatuchak District, leaves several striking impressions.
Theravada goes to China
News, Nauvarat Suksamran, Published on 04/08/2012
» When the first Thai temple of the Theravada doctrine opened in China, the story emerged of the unique way it was conceived and built and, more significantly, who was behind it.
The shadow of Buddha
Life, Somkid Chaijitvanit, Published on 10/04/2012
» Against the light, I could see shadows flitting across an expanse of cement blocks. They belonged to young novices waiting for a group photo after an ordination ceremony. Despite their shaved heads and saffron robes they were, after all, boys who wanted to have a good time as well.
Thai buddhism in the next decade
Life, Phra Paisal Visalo, Published on 07/02/2012
» Ten years ago, some observers were voicing doubts about whether the increasing popularity of meditation retreats among the middle class would just be a passing fad. What we are witnessing today has shown that the meditation retreats are still growing and steadily expanding into all sectors of the middle class.