The RPN Charitable Trust provides hearing aids to children at the Vela School who have hearing loss. The Trust has partnered with Siemens to obtain discounted hearing aids and has provided hearing aids to over 100 children through donations. The Trust also installed an inverter at the school to address power outages during dinner times and obtained computers, a printer, and cupboards for the school through donations.
Buddhism and Visuals for Boundless Jesus Bible Studybryanbishopnet
Buddhism uses visual symbols like hand positions called mudras and temple architecture to represent key teachings and concepts. Festivals celebrate important events and traditions in the Buddhist faith like the Thai New Year. Performing arts like Likay drama also communicate Buddhist ideas through storytelling and performances.
Nubia presented on a topic. She shared her contact email and a link to a blog where more information could be found about her presentation topic and materials. The blog contained a collection of PowerPoint presentations.
This document is a research paper that examines the use of management control systems in university faculties in Australia. Specifically, it investigates whether faculty Deans/Pro-Vice Chancellors take a more diagnostic or interactive approach when using management control systems. The paper draws on upper echelon theory to understand how the professional backgrounds and experiences of these senior academics influence their orientation. A survey and interviews were conducted. The results found that factors like longer experience in higher education and tenure in the Dean/PVC role correlated with a more interactive approach. Faculty complexity also correlated with greater interactive use of management control systems. The paper contributes new insights to debates around managerialism versus collegialism in university administration.
Kinkaku-Ji, also known as the Temple of the Golden Pavilion, is a Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. The temple was originally built in the late 14th century as a retirement villa for a Shogun, but was later converted into a Zen temple and covered in gold leaf. In 1950, the golden pavilion was burned down by a young monk. It was rebuilt five years later as an exact replica. Today it remains one of Kyoto's most popular tourist attractions, with the three-story golden pavilion seeming to float on a pond surrounded by gardens.
This document outlines prayers from the Sixth Hour of the Agpia, which commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It includes introductory prayers and slides, the Lord's Prayer, readings from Psalms and Matthew, concluding prayers, and information about Agpia. The key elements are prayers, readings from the Bible, and references to Jesus' crucifixion.
The RPN Charitable Trust provides hearing aids to children at the Vela School who have hearing loss. The Trust has partnered with Siemens to obtain discounted hearing aids and has provided hearing aids to over 100 children through donations. The Trust also installed an inverter at the school to address power outages during dinner times and obtained computers, a printer, and cupboards for the school through donations.
Buddhism and Visuals for Boundless Jesus Bible Studybryanbishopnet
Buddhism uses visual symbols like hand positions called mudras and temple architecture to represent key teachings and concepts. Festivals celebrate important events and traditions in the Buddhist faith like the Thai New Year. Performing arts like Likay drama also communicate Buddhist ideas through storytelling and performances.
Nubia presented on a topic. She shared her contact email and a link to a blog where more information could be found about her presentation topic and materials. The blog contained a collection of PowerPoint presentations.
This document is a research paper that examines the use of management control systems in university faculties in Australia. Specifically, it investigates whether faculty Deans/Pro-Vice Chancellors take a more diagnostic or interactive approach when using management control systems. The paper draws on upper echelon theory to understand how the professional backgrounds and experiences of these senior academics influence their orientation. A survey and interviews were conducted. The results found that factors like longer experience in higher education and tenure in the Dean/PVC role correlated with a more interactive approach. Faculty complexity also correlated with greater interactive use of management control systems. The paper contributes new insights to debates around managerialism versus collegialism in university administration.
Kinkaku-Ji, also known as the Temple of the Golden Pavilion, is a Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. The temple was originally built in the late 14th century as a retirement villa for a Shogun, but was later converted into a Zen temple and covered in gold leaf. In 1950, the golden pavilion was burned down by a young monk. It was rebuilt five years later as an exact replica. Today it remains one of Kyoto's most popular tourist attractions, with the three-story golden pavilion seeming to float on a pond surrounded by gardens.
This document outlines prayers from the Sixth Hour of the Agpia, which commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It includes introductory prayers and slides, the Lord's Prayer, readings from Psalms and Matthew, concluding prayers, and information about Agpia. The key elements are prayers, readings from the Bible, and references to Jesus' crucifixion.
Dark Zen teaches that Buddha-nature refers to the mind of the Buddha. Sentient beings have the potential to realize their Buddha-nature but have not yet actualized it. To actualize Buddha-nature requires fulfilling two conditions: being a sentient being, and completing the six paramitas or perfections outlined by Bodhidharma to surpass the six senses. While all beings have the potential, few will actualize their Buddha-nature, and temporal conditions like mountains and rivers have not done so. True realization of Buddha-nature is difficult and requires extraordinary spiritual practice.
Buddhism for you lesson 12-buddhist livingUncle Bugs
- A lay Buddhist has faith in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, follows the Five Precepts, and helps others do the same. Though living in the world of desires, a Buddhist avoids attachment to impermanent things.
- True happiness comes from within by following the Buddha's teachings. Spreading this inner peace and happiness to others multiplies it.
- Buddhists keep altars with Buddha images, offer flowers/incense daily, and recite verses while bowing to the Triple Gem to strengthen faith.
Kamma refers to intentional actions through body, speech, and mind that have moral or immoral consequences. Every action has a corresponding reaction or result. Ignorance and craving are the root causes of kamma. Kamma is not fatalistic, as one can divert the course of their kamma through effort. The five niyamas describe natural laws governing physical and mental phenomena. One is responsible for one's kamma and circumstances, but these can also be transcended by eliminating craving and ignorance.
The document discusses Buddhist concepts of morality, meditation, and spiritual development. It explains that morality (sila) forms the foundation for developing concentration (samadhi) and wisdom (panna). The Five Precepts and Eight Precepts are introduced as guidelines for moral conduct. Meditation is presented as a three-stage process of concentration, absorption, and insight. Methods like mindfulness of breathing, vipassana, and metta bhavana are described for cultivating calm and insight.
Buddhism for you lesson 04-the triple gem(part 1)Uncle Bugs
The Triple Gem refers to the Buddha, the Dhamma (his teachings), and the Sangha (monastic community).
The follower of the Triple Gem finds inner peace and clarity within by taking refuge in the Buddha's boundless compassion, the universal truth of the Dhamma, and the guidance of the Sangha.
The Buddha was born as Prince Siddhartha, became enlightened under the Bodhi tree, and spent 45 years teaching the Dhamma and establishing the Sangha until his Parinirvana (final passing away). He overcame all suffering and attained perfect wisdom, purity and compassion as the fully awakened one.
Buddhism for you lesson 03-what buddhism isUncle Bugs
- Buddhism encourages free inquiry and discourages blindly following traditions, religious texts, or religious authorities. It advises evaluating teachings based on personal experience rather than logic or hearsay.
- To determine what to accept, one should consider whether an action brings happiness and harm to no one. Buddhism is open to truths from other religions and focuses on reducing suffering through practicing morality, wisdom and meditation.
- Personal experience is emphasized over blind faith. Following the Buddha's teachings can lead one to purify their mind and end suffering.
Buddhism for you lesson 05-the triple gem(part 2)Uncle Bugs
The document discusses the key aspects of Buddhism - the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma (teachings), and Sangha (monastic community). It explains taking refuge in the Triple Gem through chanting and observing the Five Precepts to abstain from harming living beings, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, and intoxication. The Dhamma contains the Tipitaka scriptures and answers questions in science regarding impermanence, suffering, and absence of self - concepts that were taught by the Buddha over 2500 years ago. Monastic communities play an important role in teaching the Dhamma and serving others.
Buddhism for you lesson 09-more lives than oneUncle Bugs
The document discusses Buddhist concepts of rebirth and reincarnation. It explains that rebirth is accepted in many Eastern religions and was also initially accepted by early Christians. It describes how Buddhists believe beings can be reborn into different realms, including 31 planes of existence like heavens, hells, and the human realm, based on their karma from past lives. The document also discusses the differences between the Buddhist concept of rebirth, which does not involve a permanent soul, versus other concepts of reincarnation that believe in an eternal soul.
This document outlines a 15-lesson Buddhism correspondence course called "Buddhism for You". The course aims to help students find answers to questions about leading a meaningful life and finding true happiness. Over the 15 lessons, students will learn about Buddhist concepts like the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha), the Four Noble Truths, karma, rebirth, and the Noble Eightfold Path. The course is based on materials from Brickfields Maha Vihara in Kuala Lumpur and is presented through PowerPoint files. Students are advised to obtain the accompanying course notes for full benefit while working through the lessons.
Buddhism for you lesson 01-the mystery of livingUncle Bugs
The document discusses the mystery of living and finding happiness. It states that we cannot find true security or permanent happiness through things like family, friends, business, money, or entertainment as they are impermanent. The Buddha realized that ignorance causes suffering, and that everything is impermanent. He taught that we should look within ourselves to find true peace and happiness, rather than seeking it from external and impermanent things. The document encourages focusing on renouncing craving and attachment rather than material possessions.
the 8 fold path for a happy life explained simply and clearly. This is one of the tools for happiness provided by the Happiness Alliance @happycount.org
Buddhism for you lesson 06-the four noble truthsUncle Bugs
The document discusses the Buddhist concept of the Four Noble Truths. It summarizes:
1. The Four Noble Truths are that life involves suffering, suffering arises from craving and attachment, suffering can be ended by eliminating craving, and the Noble Eightfold Path is the method to eliminate craving.
2. Suffering refers to impermanence, aging, and the frustration of not getting what we want. Craving causes suffering because we cling to things that are always changing.
3. Eliminating ignorance and craving through the Noble Eightfold Path ends suffering. Nirvana is reached when craving is extinguished, which can be achieved during life through practice.
Dark Zen teaches that Buddha-nature refers to the mind of the Buddha. Sentient beings have the potential to realize their Buddha-nature but have not yet actualized it. To actualize Buddha-nature requires fulfilling two conditions: being a sentient being, and completing the six paramitas or perfections outlined by Bodhidharma to surpass the six senses. While all beings have the potential, few will actualize their Buddha-nature, and temporal conditions like mountains and rivers have not done so. True realization of Buddha-nature is difficult and requires extraordinary spiritual practice.
Buddhism for you lesson 12-buddhist livingUncle Bugs
- A lay Buddhist has faith in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, follows the Five Precepts, and helps others do the same. Though living in the world of desires, a Buddhist avoids attachment to impermanent things.
- True happiness comes from within by following the Buddha's teachings. Spreading this inner peace and happiness to others multiplies it.
- Buddhists keep altars with Buddha images, offer flowers/incense daily, and recite verses while bowing to the Triple Gem to strengthen faith.
Kamma refers to intentional actions through body, speech, and mind that have moral or immoral consequences. Every action has a corresponding reaction or result. Ignorance and craving are the root causes of kamma. Kamma is not fatalistic, as one can divert the course of their kamma through effort. The five niyamas describe natural laws governing physical and mental phenomena. One is responsible for one's kamma and circumstances, but these can also be transcended by eliminating craving and ignorance.
The document discusses Buddhist concepts of morality, meditation, and spiritual development. It explains that morality (sila) forms the foundation for developing concentration (samadhi) and wisdom (panna). The Five Precepts and Eight Precepts are introduced as guidelines for moral conduct. Meditation is presented as a three-stage process of concentration, absorption, and insight. Methods like mindfulness of breathing, vipassana, and metta bhavana are described for cultivating calm and insight.
Buddhism for you lesson 04-the triple gem(part 1)Uncle Bugs
The Triple Gem refers to the Buddha, the Dhamma (his teachings), and the Sangha (monastic community).
The follower of the Triple Gem finds inner peace and clarity within by taking refuge in the Buddha's boundless compassion, the universal truth of the Dhamma, and the guidance of the Sangha.
The Buddha was born as Prince Siddhartha, became enlightened under the Bodhi tree, and spent 45 years teaching the Dhamma and establishing the Sangha until his Parinirvana (final passing away). He overcame all suffering and attained perfect wisdom, purity and compassion as the fully awakened one.
Buddhism for you lesson 03-what buddhism isUncle Bugs
- Buddhism encourages free inquiry and discourages blindly following traditions, religious texts, or religious authorities. It advises evaluating teachings based on personal experience rather than logic or hearsay.
- To determine what to accept, one should consider whether an action brings happiness and harm to no one. Buddhism is open to truths from other religions and focuses on reducing suffering through practicing morality, wisdom and meditation.
- Personal experience is emphasized over blind faith. Following the Buddha's teachings can lead one to purify their mind and end suffering.
Buddhism for you lesson 05-the triple gem(part 2)Uncle Bugs
The document discusses the key aspects of Buddhism - the Triple Gem of the Buddha, Dhamma (teachings), and Sangha (monastic community). It explains taking refuge in the Triple Gem through chanting and observing the Five Precepts to abstain from harming living beings, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, and intoxication. The Dhamma contains the Tipitaka scriptures and answers questions in science regarding impermanence, suffering, and absence of self - concepts that were taught by the Buddha over 2500 years ago. Monastic communities play an important role in teaching the Dhamma and serving others.
Buddhism for you lesson 09-more lives than oneUncle Bugs
The document discusses Buddhist concepts of rebirth and reincarnation. It explains that rebirth is accepted in many Eastern religions and was also initially accepted by early Christians. It describes how Buddhists believe beings can be reborn into different realms, including 31 planes of existence like heavens, hells, and the human realm, based on their karma from past lives. The document also discusses the differences between the Buddhist concept of rebirth, which does not involve a permanent soul, versus other concepts of reincarnation that believe in an eternal soul.
This document outlines a 15-lesson Buddhism correspondence course called "Buddhism for You". The course aims to help students find answers to questions about leading a meaningful life and finding true happiness. Over the 15 lessons, students will learn about Buddhist concepts like the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha), the Four Noble Truths, karma, rebirth, and the Noble Eightfold Path. The course is based on materials from Brickfields Maha Vihara in Kuala Lumpur and is presented through PowerPoint files. Students are advised to obtain the accompanying course notes for full benefit while working through the lessons.
Buddhism for you lesson 01-the mystery of livingUncle Bugs
The document discusses the mystery of living and finding happiness. It states that we cannot find true security or permanent happiness through things like family, friends, business, money, or entertainment as they are impermanent. The Buddha realized that ignorance causes suffering, and that everything is impermanent. He taught that we should look within ourselves to find true peace and happiness, rather than seeking it from external and impermanent things. The document encourages focusing on renouncing craving and attachment rather than material possessions.
the 8 fold path for a happy life explained simply and clearly. This is one of the tools for happiness provided by the Happiness Alliance @happycount.org
Buddhism for you lesson 06-the four noble truthsUncle Bugs
The document discusses the Buddhist concept of the Four Noble Truths. It summarizes:
1. The Four Noble Truths are that life involves suffering, suffering arises from craving and attachment, suffering can be ended by eliminating craving, and the Noble Eightfold Path is the method to eliminate craving.
2. Suffering refers to impermanence, aging, and the frustration of not getting what we want. Craving causes suffering because we cling to things that are always changing.
3. Eliminating ignorance and craving through the Noble Eightfold Path ends suffering. Nirvana is reached when craving is extinguished, which can be achieved during life through practice.
1. יפן מדינת איים בצפון האוקיינוס השקט , יעד מרתק ומסתורי לתיירים מכל העולם . סושי , טמפורה ויין האורז - סאקי , אסתטיקת האיקבנה ופריחת הדובדבן . טכנולוגיה , אמנויות לחימה וגיישות חיוורות פנים . גורדי שחקים וברי קריוקי צומחים בין בתי התה והמקדשים העתיקים . זו אחת המדינות המתועשות והסואנות ביותר בעולם , ובכל זאת מקדישים תשומת לב רבה ליופי שקט ועדין וגם לרגעים של שלווה מוחלטת . י פ ן
8. פריחת הדובדבן - SAKURA טבע ואסתטיקה מתמזגים זה בזו באהבה הלאומית לפריחת עץ הדובדבן . הפריחה מסמלת את אופיים הצנוע והשברירי של תושבי ארץ השמש העולה , ותזכורת חדה ליופיו החולף של עולמנו . משך שיא פריחת עץ הדובדבן קצרה . הפריחה עדינה , עוצמתה ויופיה תלויים במזג האוויר . לעיתים ציפייה דרוכה של יותר מחודש לפריחה מלאה , יכולה להסתיים בפריחה של יום בודד בלבד . חגיגות ה - HANAM I " צפייה בפרח ". חגיגות ההנאמי HANAMI נערכות בכל רחבי המדינה , מיליוני יפנים , משפחות , חברים וקולגות לעבודה , נוהגים לערוך " פיקניק " מתחת לעצי הסאקורה . כולם ישובים על יריעות גדולות , שותים משקאות אלכוהולים , אוכלים ושמחים . בחגיגות אלה מסירים את מסיכת האיפוק והרצינות , קוראים קריאות שמחה , מנגנים ושרים .
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14. חגיגות ה HANAM I נמשכות עד שעות הלילה המאוחרות
15. הגנים מטרתם הייתה ליצור דגם קטן של עולם הטבע . עיצוב הגנים היא עבודה מופלאה . בגנים אפשר לראות את האיזון בין שיחים לעצים , איזון זה נחשב חיוני לשמירה על ההרמוניה בגן . עצים ירוקים ובמבוק ניטעים בגן על מנת שיישאר ירוק כל השנה . עיצוב הגנים היפניים הושפע מאהבת הטבע המאפיינת את השינטו ומאידיאל גן העדן המתבטא בבודהיזם .
22. קימונו - תלבושתה הלאומית של יפן , מעין חלוק מהודר המשמש בעיקרו את המין הנשי . היום לובשים את הקימונו באירועים חגיגיים , חתונות , לוויות , פסטיבלים וחגים .
24. הגיישה היא אשת אומנויות , היא עוברת הכשרה של כחמש שנים , בהם היא לומדת שירה , ריקוד , נגינה , ניהול שיחה ועוד .... מעמדה מחייב אותה באורח חיים קפדני , היא אינה יכולה להינשא .
26. קשה היה להחליט אם החנות לבגדי תינוקות או בגדי כלבים . המבחר עשיר ומגוון .
27. האוכל היפני הוא בדרך כלל שילוב של מספר מרכיבים , בדרך כלל אורז או איטריות , עם מרק ואוקזו - מנות העשויות מדגים , בשר , ירקות , טופו וכדומה שמיועדים להוסיף טעם למנה . למנות אלה מוסיפים דאשי , מיסו ורוטב סויה המעניקים עוד נופך לטעמן . הן ידועות בהיותן מנות רזות ומלוחות . באין שפה אפשר לגשת לחלון המסעדה לבחור מתוך המנות ( עשויות פלסטיק ) המצוגות . לכל מנה יש מספר ומחיר .
34. חתונה יפנית אירוע המתקיים בתקופת האביב בסוף שבוע . הכלה תחליף תוך כדי האירוע שלוש פעמים את הבגדים . החתנים כולם באותו דגם של חליפה ! סכום גובה המתנה ידוע מראש לפי הקרבה לזוג . בסיום יקבל כל אורח מתנה מהזוג הצעיר , ערך המתנה כחצי מהסכום שהאורח הביא .
35. תמונה משפחתית , הגברים ידיים על הברכיים הנשים ידיים שלובות . האמהות המאושרות הזמנות עם מקומות מסומנים יישלחו חצי שנה מראש . התייצבות חובה
36. שירותים ציבוריים מיוחדים ללובשי הקימונו תרשים השירותים גם בכתב ברייל אל תגעו בכפתורים הזהיר אותנו המדריך היפני השירותים הציבוריים מבריקים , משולטים ומסומנים . בתא הפרטי יש אפשרות להפעיל מוזיקה כרצונך . האסלה המחוממת
37. מיחזור המודעות למחזור מאוד גבוהה . ביפן ימחזרו כל דבר הניתן למחזור .
38. פינות עישון ברחובות העיר . בנוסף שלטים ברורים על נוהלי התנהגות .
39. לפי דברי בעל הרכב יש בעולם רק 250 מכוניות המכוניות ביפן כולן מבריקות כאילו יצאו אך אתמול מהמפעל דגם חדש שטרם יצא לשוק
40. רציתי לקנות ספל לאוסף שבביתי , וויתרתי , המחיר לספל עשוי להגיע לאלפי שקלים !!! הכל עבודת יד
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42. בתי הגאשו נקראים כך ע " ש גגות הקש המשופעים המאפיינים אותם . הגגות חזקים בעלי שיפוע חד , עמידים בשלג כבד ומנקזים את הגשם במהירות כך שהקש לא נרקב .