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Hindu Deity: Phra Phrom (พระพรหม) and the Buddhism Art: Altar [Art]
In Thailand, almost every household has the place for Phra Phrom. (พระพรหม: which is believed to be Hindu Brahma in the look of Southeast Asian). They believed Phra Phrom is protecting their lands. For example, in the house, Phra Phrom is protecting the place, the owner's land property from evils. (See picture below)
Hindu deities are also worshipped by Thai Buddhists; tourists can see Ganeysya, Lakshmi, Shiva, Indra in the cities. These deities are considered one of the Thai Buddhism today, which originated in India's Hindu.
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Thailand's Oldest Temple: Wat Pho [history]
("Tomorrow is Buddhist Day." The image excerpt from ThanavuddhoStory)
[The Oldest Temple]
According to legend, Wat Pho is named after a monastery in India, Pho is the place where the Lord Buddha is believed to have lived. Today, the temple is not only standing as the Buddhists' temple, but it also became a center for education such as traditional Thai medicine. Wat Pho is considered the most famous sight seeing spot for the tourists, the Reclining Buddha. The image below attracts visitor by its size, as well as its shining golden statue of Buddha.
Peace in Bangkok During Statutory Holidays [Thai Buddhism News]
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” - Gautama Buddha
Both Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva, and Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra sent their wishes to urge peace while Songkran break. As the Buddhist's point of view, peace within country is the best of all, as the Lord Buddha noted, "Peace comes from within...."
Perhaps, some of you might have a question what is happening in Thailand now. People used to smile when tourists visit; however, today Thai people will not smile at you from the bottom of the heart when two political groups crushed in Bangkok, and in many parts of the regions.
Both Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva, and Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra sent their wishes to urge peace while Songkran break. As the Buddhist's point of view, peace within country is the best of all, as the Lord Buddha noted, "Peace comes from within...."
Perhaps, some of you might have a question what is happening in Thailand now. People used to smile when tourists visit; however, today Thai people will not smile at you from the bottom of the heart when two political groups crushed in Bangkok, and in many parts of the regions.
Happy New Year Thailand [travel]
[Songkran Holiday: April 13 to 15]
The Songkran festival is celebrated in Thailand as the traditional New Year's Day from 13 to 15 April. It coincides with the New Year of many calendars of South Asia as well as throughout the Southeast Asian countries.
Some of you may be familiar with the word, "Songkran.(สงกรานต์)" It is the national level holiday (statutory holiday), in which almost everyone will be participating in splashing water one and another. To illustrate, the mass of people rallying around the central Bangkok, holding some wet powders or water guns to play with, walking some miles until they meet dead end.
The Songkran festival is celebrated in Thailand as the traditional New Year's Day from 13 to 15 April. It coincides with the New Year of many calendars of South Asia as well as throughout the Southeast Asian countries.
Some of you may be familiar with the word, "Songkran.(สงกรานต์)" It is the national level holiday (statutory holiday), in which almost everyone will be participating in splashing water one and another. To illustrate, the mass of people rallying around the central Bangkok, holding some wet powders or water guns to play with, walking some miles until they meet dead end.
The History of Ayuttaya [history]
[The History of Ayuttaya]
Known as "The Ayutthaya Historical Park (อุทยานประวัติศาสตร์พระนครศรีอยุธยา), most tourists chose to come Thailand because of UNESCO's World Heritage is in the land of smile. The Historical Park covers the ruins of the old city of Ayutthaya, which was founded by the King Ramathibodi I in 1350. Ayuttaya was the capital of the country until its destruction by the Burmese army in 1767.
The Historical Park was declared by UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. One astonishing fact is that the place was ruled by 35 kings during its existence. In addition to this the place was ruled by the most famous King in Thai history, known as the saviour of Thai people Phra Narai (lit. Narai the God), King Narai ruled 1656 C.E to 1688 CE.
Ayutthaya was friendly towards foreign traders. For example, Chinese, Vietnamese or Annamese in the past, Indians, Japanese as well as Persians. Later, also there were Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch and French. The kingdom permitted those foreign traders to set up their own villages, but mostly those villages were built outside the walls of the capital. In the 16th century, Ayutthaya was described by foreign traders as one of the biggest and wealthiest cities in the Eastern countries.
By 1550, the kingdom's vassals included some city-states in the Malay Peninsula, Sukhothai, and parts of Cambodia. In foreign accounts, Ayutthaya was called Siam; however, some say the people of Ayutthaya called themselves Tai, and their kingdom as Krung Tai, or literally it means The Tai capital.
Today, the Kingdom was destroyed, however, tourists can enjoy the old Buddhists' temples, as well as elephant trekking. The Kingdom has turned into the one of the most popular sight-seeing spots, yet, we can feel the atmosphere of the ancient Thailand.
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Known as "The Ayutthaya Historical Park (อุทยานประวัติศาสตร์พระนครศรีอยุธยา), most tourists chose to come Thailand because of UNESCO's World Heritage is in the land of smile. The Historical Park covers the ruins of the old city of Ayutthaya, which was founded by the King Ramathibodi I in 1350. Ayuttaya was the capital of the country until its destruction by the Burmese army in 1767.
The Historical Park was declared by UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. One astonishing fact is that the place was ruled by 35 kings during its existence. In addition to this the place was ruled by the most famous King in Thai history, known as the saviour of Thai people Phra Narai (lit. Narai the God), King Narai ruled 1656 C.E to 1688 CE.
Ayutthaya was friendly towards foreign traders. For example, Chinese, Vietnamese or Annamese in the past, Indians, Japanese as well as Persians. Later, also there were Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch and French. The kingdom permitted those foreign traders to set up their own villages, but mostly those villages were built outside the walls of the capital. In the 16th century, Ayutthaya was described by foreign traders as one of the biggest and wealthiest cities in the Eastern countries.
By 1550, the kingdom's vassals included some city-states in the Malay Peninsula, Sukhothai, and parts of Cambodia. In foreign accounts, Ayutthaya was called Siam; however, some say the people of Ayutthaya called themselves Tai, and their kingdom as Krung Tai, or literally it means The Tai capital.
Today, the Kingdom was destroyed, however, tourists can enjoy the old Buddhists' temples, as well as elephant trekking. The Kingdom has turned into the one of the most popular sight-seeing spots, yet, we can feel the atmosphere of the ancient Thailand.
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A Brief Summary of the Teachings [history]
[THE FOUR NOBLE TRUTHS]
At this rate, one's may have a question in mind, "what is the teachings of Buddhism today based upon?"
According to the legend, as soon as the awakening, the Buddha conveyed his first sermon: the essential framework that influenced later teachings were based. This framework consists the Four Noble Truths, which is four fundamental principles of nature or what we call today, Dhamma.
At this rate, one's may have a question in mind, "what is the teachings of Buddhism today based upon?"
According to the legend, as soon as the awakening, the Buddha conveyed his first sermon: the essential framework that influenced later teachings were based. This framework consists the Four Noble Truths, which is four fundamental principles of nature or what we call today, Dhamma.
Life in the Thai Temples [General]
[Life in the Thai Temple]
For the people who really have no ideas what does a Thai monk do in everyday life. You came to the right spot. Some of you may already know that Buddhism as a general is to pursue simplicity. As the world became flatter than ever in human history; the capitalism spread through nations, pursuing simplicity is much harder than ever. Nowadays, Thai Buddhism is widely practiced by people who want to live in a simple life. Long make it short, becoming monk is not so difficult when actually in Thailand provides monkhood program for a short period.
For the people who really have no ideas what does a Thai monk do in everyday life. You came to the right spot. Some of you may already know that Buddhism as a general is to pursue simplicity. As the world became flatter than ever in human history; the capitalism spread through nations, pursuing simplicity is much harder than ever. Nowadays, Thai Buddhism is widely practiced by people who want to live in a simple life. Long make it short, becoming monk is not so difficult when actually in Thailand provides monkhood program for a short period.
About Thai Buddhism [General]
[About This Blog: Thai Buddhism]
Thai Buddhism is very unique. You will see Hindu deities, and Hindu teachings. Thai people are also worshipping Chinese Kwan Yin (観音）Buddhism. Originally, arrived as Theravada Buddhism, today Thai people worship those Buddhism and now we call this as Thai Buddhism.
I was born in Thailand, and lived in Bangkok for 19 years. When I was 3 or 4, I woke up every 7 a.m. just to welcome Thai monks who pray for us door to door. My Thai grandma and I often donate food, drinks, and 20Baht (approx. half of US$1 during 1980s). In my home in Bangkok, there I have Hindu, Brahman statues in the yard. I would say, every household has it right corner of the house. My mother has Chinese Goddess, Kwan Yin （観音). She believes that she dreamt of the Goddess a night before I was born. Ever since then, she wears Kwan Yin necklace.
As you can notice, therefore, Thai Buddhism is pretty much mixing of every Buddhism. People worship these because of its multicultural background, as well as people worship what is good for them. If people heard about some deities is good, people go to there. In fact, there was a time when Phra Jadukam is so famous throughout the nation. Thai people do whatever they can to obtain the deity. To make it simple, as the time goes on, people in Thailand do not distinguish God or Goddesses from what religions originally came from, they are just praying and worship because God and Goddesses are just right there.
Thai Buddhism blog just intends to giving you insight into Thai religion. When you travel to Thailand, you will notice many features from Hindu or Chinese cultural heritage in the temple as well as in the cities. It is so unique, therefore, I wanted to share awareness to people who might interested in my country, since 2011. I set up Facebook Page, "Thai Buddhism" (https://www.facebook.com/ThBuddhism) and if you like it, please "Like" my page. You can also follow (@Thai_Buddhism) on Twitter. In almost hourly basis, Thai Buddhism Tweets, "Buddhists' Quotes." I hope you enjoy it, reminded your life, and/or live happily by those motivating 114 words. Thank you all for your interests.
Sharing is Caring,
@Thai_Buddhism
Thai Buddhism is very unique. You will see Hindu deities, and Hindu teachings. Thai people are also worshipping Chinese Kwan Yin (観音）Buddhism. Originally, arrived as Theravada Buddhism, today Thai people worship those Buddhism and now we call this as Thai Buddhism.
I was born in Thailand, and lived in Bangkok for 19 years. When I was 3 or 4, I woke up every 7 a.m. just to welcome Thai monks who pray for us door to door. My Thai grandma and I often donate food, drinks, and 20Baht (approx. half of US$1 during 1980s). In my home in Bangkok, there I have Hindu, Brahman statues in the yard. I would say, every household has it right corner of the house. My mother has Chinese Goddess, Kwan Yin （観音). She believes that she dreamt of the Goddess a night before I was born. Ever since then, she wears Kwan Yin necklace.
As you can notice, therefore, Thai Buddhism is pretty much mixing of every Buddhism. People worship these because of its multicultural background, as well as people worship what is good for them. If people heard about some deities is good, people go to there. In fact, there was a time when Phra Jadukam is so famous throughout the nation. Thai people do whatever they can to obtain the deity. To make it simple, as the time goes on, people in Thailand do not distinguish God or Goddesses from what religions originally came from, they are just praying and worship because God and Goddesses are just right there.
Thai Buddhism blog just intends to giving you insight into Thai religion. When you travel to Thailand, you will notice many features from Hindu or Chinese cultural heritage in the temple as well as in the cities. It is so unique, therefore, I wanted to share awareness to people who might interested in my country, since 2011. I set up Facebook Page, "Thai Buddhism" (https://www.facebook.com/ThBuddhism) and if you like it, please "Like" my page. You can also follow (@Thai_Buddhism) on Twitter. In almost hourly basis, Thai Buddhism Tweets, "Buddhists' Quotes." I hope you enjoy it, reminded your life, and/or live happily by those motivating 114 words. Thank you all for your interests.
Sharing is Caring,
@Thai_Buddhism
History of Child Monks in Thailand [history]
[Dek Wat and Samanen]
Buddhism in Thailand is represented primarily by the presence of Buddhist monks, who serve in ceremonial occasions (include both wedding and funeral) and being responsible for preserving and conveying the teachings of the Buddha.
Buddhism in Thailand is represented primarily by the presence of Buddhist monks, who serve in ceremonial occasions (include both wedding and funeral) and being responsible for preserving and conveying the teachings of the Buddha.
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