Newsletter August 2023 Issue NO.1

▌ RECENT NEWS

The Land of the Buddha:

Thai Sculptural Art from the Museum Collection

Chung Tai World Museum Special Exhibit

The Land of the Buddha presents a complete display of rare Thai Buddhist statues in Taiwan.

 

Sculptural art is a mirror of history, reflecting the ideology, aesthetics, society and culture of different times and places. Throughout the history of Buddhism in Thailand, there have been many different forms of buddha statues, each reflecting one’s experience of Buddhadharma. These works of art, refined by the mind and carved by the hand, offer a glimpse into the dialogue between Buddhism and Thai culture.

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▌ BUDDHIST WISDOM

A Practical Way to Cultivate Harmony in a Difficult World

Grand Master Weichueh teaches us to recognize all dharmas as relative. Living in a world where nothing is absolute, we must learn to see things from different perspectives, remain non-judgmental, and strive to embrace differences. In this way, we can help create harmony in a time of polarized viewpoints and opposing opinions.

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▌ CULTIVATOR'S CORNER

Journey Towards Happiness and Wisdom

Chuan Fan, Ocean Sky Chan Monastery

By applying the Four Tenets of Chung Tai in our daily lives, we are cultivating awareness in speech, body, and mind. Inspired by a fellow practitioner, the author diligently practices the Four Tenets, experiences a deep equanimity within, and finds their way towards happiness and wisdom.

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▌ DHARMA STORY

The Filial Parrot

Filial piety is a virtue that can provide a foundation for familial and social stability. Having respect for our elders helps us temper our arrogance and develop a mind of respect even for strangers, as exemplified by this story.

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▌ VEGETARIAN EATING

Konnyaku Sushi Rolls

Delicious, easy-to-make sushi perfect for adding a vegetarian twist to any occasion.

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