A PowerPoint Presentation of the Wesak 2020 Message at PBHP. It includes the Reflections and Aspirations we can make on this auspicious Day of Wesak.
For the Video version, please check out at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImXjN-gVe1o&t=22s
A Presentation of a Wesak Message 2021 (in English Texts) for Reflection. ( For a better Presentation with animation effects download the PowerPoint ppt.)
The Video ( with Narration in English ) is at the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbm2IWDerP4
The Video ( with Narration and comments in Hokkien) is at the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DKdLY4Z758
The Last Dhamma Message of a Great Monk ...Ven. Dr K Sri DhammanandaOH TEIK BIN
"When one SEES the Sublime Dhamma so very clearly,
calm, joy and peace will arise in the mind certainly."
With Metta, Bro. Oh Teik Bin
Check out and Reflect on the last Dhamma Talk by the Late Ven. Dr K Sri Dhammananda
on "Human Life". ( An outstanding message that goes to the heart of Truth )
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin ☸️
A Presentation of a Wesak Message 2021 (in English Texts) for Reflection. ( For a better Presentation with animation effects download the PowerPoint ppt.)
The Video ( with Narration in English ) is at the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbm2IWDerP4
The Video ( with Narration and comments in Hokkien) is at the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DKdLY4Z758
The Last Dhamma Message of a Great Monk ...Ven. Dr K Sri DhammanandaOH TEIK BIN
"When one SEES the Sublime Dhamma so very clearly,
calm, joy and peace will arise in the mind certainly."
With Metta, Bro. Oh Teik Bin
Check out and Reflect on the last Dhamma Talk by the Late Ven. Dr K Sri Dhammananda
on "Human Life". ( An outstanding message that goes to the heart of Truth )
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin ☸️
Buddhism
Founder, Principles, Practices & Festival
The founder of Buddhism is
Siddhartha Gautama
Buddha’s teachings are known as “dharma.” He taught that wisdom, kindness, patience, generosity and compassion were important virtues. vesak day
Bhai Manvir Singh Ji is a spiritual Gurbani artist in the UK. He has a keen interest in Gurbani reading, Shabad Kirtan, Sikh philosophy, and history. Bhai Manvir Singh is an inspirational Gurmukh living in the United Kingdom.
Buddhism
Founder, Principles, Practices & Festival
The founder of Buddhism is
Siddhartha Gautama
Buddha’s teachings are known as “dharma.” He taught that wisdom, kindness, patience, generosity and compassion were important virtues. vesak day
Bhai Manvir Singh Ji is a spiritual Gurbani artist in the UK. He has a keen interest in Gurbani reading, Shabad Kirtan, Sikh philosophy, and history. Bhai Manvir Singh is an inspirational Gurmukh living in the United Kingdom.
A Collection of Articles with LIFE Lessons for us to reflect upon as we walk The Path to grow in compassion, mindfulness, wisdom and liberation of the mind.
The origins of Buddhism lie in ancient India.
The religious landscape of the time was shaped by the ideology of the Aryas, a nomadic group who travelled into India around the beginning of the second millennium BCE.
The teachings of the social group known as brahmanas are found within texts such as the Ṛg Veda and Upaniṣads. These contain teachings, philosophies and ritual guides.
The Brahmanic tradition also introduced the caste system.
There were also ascetic movements found within India which had ideologies that did not necessarily agree with brahmanic thought.
I BackgroundA. The Problem of Understanding Another World View.docxwilcockiris
I Background
A. The Problem of Understanding Another World View
1. Q: What is religion? Why do people adopt a religion?
B. The “World View” in the Indian subcontinent in 567 BCE.
1. People generally believed the world view of Brahmanism, the Vedic tradition, and the many different gods and goddesses who were the forces of life and death and. Today we call this Hinduism.
2. People of that time thought about the world differently than the modern materialistic view we are familiar with today.
a) The cyclical nature of time and life
b) Atman and rebirth
c) Karma and the social caste system; social and political power
C. How did people learn in those times? In all ancient cultures that long ago people learned through oral teaching – stories and repeated recitations. Written language and texts were rare and few people could read.
a) Myth and stories were living experiences
b) People had faith in sadhus and yogis as people with special insights and powers.
c) People also had devotional practices taught by the Brahman priests, sadhus and yogis
II The Story of the Buddha: his early life
A. Prince Siddhartha was born in Lumbini, in what is today Nepal, in approximately 567 BCE. Prince Siddhartha was born to a royal family in the Shakya clan.
B. Most likely the clan chose its leaders by consensus; it was probably more of a republic than an absolute monarchy.
C. At birth, a prophet predicted that Prince Siddhartha would become either a great king or great spiritual leader. His father, the local king, vowed that Prince Siddhartha would become a king.
D. The young prince was confined to the palace grounds and was surrounded by riches and pleasures. He was treated with kindness and deference by all and saw only healthy, happy people. He was trained as a prince in various arts and disciplines of his time.
E. Once as a child, standing under a tree and watching a garden being plowed, he became very quiet and had a deep sense of peace. This only lasted for a short period of time, but he remembered this moment later in life.
(Q. Have you had any similar experiences?)
F. As a young man he married Yasodhara, a princess, and had a son, Rahula. (Both become Buddhists later on.)
II Discovering Samsara (the cycle of suffering)
A. Out of curiosity and intuition, Siddhartha contrived to go outside the palace grounds. He had four experiences that changed his life: the first three occurred when he saw an old man, a sick man, and a corpse. He asked, “Why, when all people are destined to suffer old age, sickness, and death, none can escape these things, yet they look on the old age, sickness, and death of other people with fear and scorn.”[footnoteRef:0] [0: Diasaku Ikeda, The Living Buddha, p. 12]
B. The fourth experience occurred on his second visit outside. He saw a wandering yogi, a spiritual seeker and ascetic, one who was looking for spiritual meaning through self-denial and discipline.
C. Having seen the impermanence of life, Siddhartha resolve.
A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 sets of PowerPoint presentations of meaningful stories /Inspirational pieces that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Selfish Crocodile ~ A Children's Moral Story (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Children’s Moral Story with good lessons of moral values. The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video Presentation with audio narration and explanation in English (Texts are in English and Chinese), please check it out at the YouTube URL Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUjTq4NgEDE
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Story of 'Chin Kiam Siap' ~ An AI Generated Story ~ English & Chinese.pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on an AI Generated moral story with some editing.
Life Lessons based on the story are penned for the presentation.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The audio narration with explanation is in Hokkien.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in Hokkien (Texts are in English and Chinese), please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l8qD7skfi8
Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A Free Full-Color eBook of 66 Life Lessons using images and pics of inspiration/motivation, stories and humor. For developing love, compassion and wisdom.
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Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak 2024 (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of the Reflections & Aspirations to be done during Wesak 2024 as a wise Dhamma practice for mind development. The texts are in English and Chinese
For the Videos, check out the following:
(English Narration)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_pHcH7HemQ
(Hokkien Narration)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlbxSCQ8iKo
Twelve Terrific Teachings (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a selection of the Buddha’s teachings as found in the Suttas of the Nikayas. For reflection and practice to grow in compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_0o6vdeoRc
Emails, Facebook, WhatsApp and the Dhamma (English and Chinese).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A pdf file of a Dhamma article with very meaningful messages of Life Lessons for our reflection to grow in mind development in our quest for wisdom. Beneficial for all,
young and old.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
An Octopus in Trouble ~ A Children's Story with Life Lessons (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a meaningful Children’s story that teaches important Life Lessons /Virtues /Moral values.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ3ek4wC_5w
The King Great Goodness Part 2 ~ Mahasilava Jataka (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Story (Part 2) that can impart good Dhamma teachings on virtue, moral values and strength of character.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=360UiWIRoYY
Solving Puzzles Benefits Everyone (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
Answers are given for all the puzzles and problems.
10 Life Lessons to Live By (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation on important moral / Life lessons to learn and practice to live a more meaningful, happy and peaceful life.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv2OvmM6ZHw
The King 'Great Goodness' Part 1 Mahasilava Jataka (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Story (Part 1) that can impart good Dhamma teachings on virtue, moral values and strength of character.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pndBvmNq1jo
A Tsunami Tragedy ~ Wise Reflections for Troubled Times (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the 2004 Tsunami tragedy with
important Dhamma teachings for constant reflection.
A Presentation for mental development and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese. Images are drawn from the Google Image search.
The Wolf, The Buffalo and The Shepherd ~ A Kids' Story with Life Lessons (En...OH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a children’s story that teaches the importance of values like clear thinking, wisdom and compassion.
The texts are in English and Malay.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRpUw8ssl0I
Free eBook ~ 6 Superb Stories That Teach Precious Dhamma.pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 6 PowerPoint presentations of meaningful Buddhist stories that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
Indications of Rebirth ~ My Reflections (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation on the empirical evidences that point to the Truth of Rebirth or Reincarnation. My reflections are given for each of the cases.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Free eBook ~ 5 Malaysian Stories with Lessons to Learn (English).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 Malaysian Stories with important teachings on Dhamma/ Life Lessons to reflect upon. For mental development to grow in love-kindness, virtue, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English.
Free eBook ~Short Inspirational Stories - The Benefits.pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook (pdf format) consisting of 12 short inspirational stories with messages of Life Lessons. Each of the stories is accompanied by some Dhamma reflections.
Of benefit to develop the mind in virtue, compassion and wisdom.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
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Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
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The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
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Siddhartha was born in Lumbini in 623 B.C.
His mother was Queen Maya.
This day, more than 2560 years ago in the year 623 B.C.
on a Wesak Full Moon Day,
the future Buddha-To-Be was born
at Lumbini as Prince Siddhartta.
3. 33
Receiving an excellent education,
he married and had a son.
“I am the Chief in the world. There is no equal to Me. I am
supreme. This is My last birth . No more Rebirth for Me.”
4. 44
In his twenty-ninth year, realizing the fleeting and unsatisfactory nature of
life, he resolved to leave his palace in search of peace and Truth. His departure
from home was an unprecedented case of historic renunciation born out of
compassion for the suffering of all beings in Samsara.
The 4 Sights – An old man, a sick man,
a dead man and a monk
5. 55
For 6 long years Siddhartha practiced asceticism.
Passing through a long and arduous course of
mental training, he made a superhuman struggle
for six strenuous years.
6. 66
Conquering The Evils Of Greed, Hatred and Delusion
One glorious day, seated under the Bodhi Tree
at Bodhgaya, he vowed not to stir from his seat
until he attained Supreme Buddhahood.
7. 77
The Bodhisattva attained Enlightenment under the Bodhi
Tree – He was 35.
On a Happy Wesak Full Moon
Day, six years after his Great
Renunciation, He obtained
perfect Enlightenment.
9. 99
The First Sermon – The Buddha Preached
To the 5 Disciples
He taught the Four Noble Truths:
* The Noble Truth of Dukkha or
Suffering
* The Cause of Dukkha
* The Cessation of Dukkha
* The Noble Eightfold Path
leading to the Cessation of
Dukkha
10. 1010
The Buddha served with compassion.
With compassion and wisdom, the Buddha diligently
worked for the good and happiness of Mankind
until his dying moment.
11. 1111
Parinibbana
At His final hour of death,
He calmly addressed His disciples :
“ Ripe is My age, short is My life, leaving you
I shall go. I have made Myself My Refuge.
Be diligent, mindful, and extremely virtuous.
12. 1212
The Buddha Passed Away at 80 Years Old.
With thoughts collected, guard your mind.
In this Doctrine and Discipline, by living strenuously,
you will escape the cycle of rebirth
and put an end to suffering.
Think not that you have no Teacher after my Death.
Regard the Dhamma and Vinaya I have taught you
as your Teacher.
13. 1313
He who practices My Teaching best serves Me most.
He who sees the Dhamma sees Me.
Transient are all component things ; strive on with diligence .”
“Subject to change are all component things.
Strive on with Diligence.”
14. 1414
Thus having successfully completed this Noble Mission, in His
80th year, at Kusinara, the Supreme Buddha,
our Great Teacher, passed into Parinibbana.
It was on a Full Moon Day, more than 2560 years ago.
It was on a Wesak Full Moon that The Buddha
passed into Parinibbana.
15. 1515
Brothers and Sisters in the Dhamma, on this Wesak Day, which
commemorates the Birth of Siddhatta Gautama, His Enlightenment
and His passing away into Parinibbana, let us reflect on
our Dhamma practice as good Buddhists.
The Birth, Enlightenment and Parinibbana
16. 1616
1. Ageing 2. Sickness
3. Death
4. Change & Separation
from what we hold dear
5. Kamma is our true heir
In Anguttara Nikaya the Buddha said :
We are all subject to ageing. We are all subject to sickness.
We are all subject to death.
There will be change and separation from all that we hold dear and near to us.
We are the owners of our Kamma or actions, heir of our actions. We are born
of our actions. We are related to our actions and we have our actions as
refuge. Whatever we do, good or evil, of that, we will be the heir.
Reflecting on the above 5 things, brothers and sisters in the Dhamma,
let us resolve to practice as good Buddhists by:
17. 1717
Going to the B uddha for Refuge
Learning and Understands the Dhamma
Going to the Dhamma for Refuge
Showing great Diligence in Dhamma Practice
Cultivating good Harmony within and without
Striving to develop Insight through Mindfulness
Going to the Sangha for Refuge
Following the 5 Training Rules with dedication:
18. 18
• No Killing
• No Stealing
• No Sexual
Misconduct
• No Lying
• No
Intoxicants
19. 19
When we, as good Buddhists practice the Dhamma
well, we’ll grow in our Compassion and Wisdom. We
will then have peace, harmony and understanding
within ourselves and with all other people.
Happy Wesak 2020
Brothers and Sisters
in the Dhamma
May You Be Well,
Happy and Peaceful!
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin