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THE BEAUTY OF RITUAL CLEANSING FOR THE HOME WORSHIP SPACE
The worship space is the sacred wellspring of the family, where the grace of the Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, and ancestors converges. This is why, at the close of each year, practitioners and descendants alike undertake the ritual cleansing and adornment of the worship space, expressing devotion to the Buddhas and to those who came before, while praying for health and prosperity in the new year.
THE JOURNEY OF CONSTRUCTING AND ARRANGING THE "TWIN VIRTUES, FULL HALL" SPACE AT A PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN HO CHI MINH CITY
Joy is doubled as Diệu Tướng Am completes the "Twin Virtues, Full Hall" space amid the joyous atmosphere of welcoming spring with "Hundredfold Joy, Abundant Blessings". The Buddha worship and tea meditation space at this private residence is arranged with minimalist, refined design, yet still conveys a solemn and serene atmosphere throughout.
DIỆU TƯỚNG AM ANNOUNCES LUNAR NEW YEAR HOLIDAY SCHEDULE – TẾT QUÝ MÃO 2023
- Holiday begins: January 21, 2023 (the 30th day of the 12th lunar month, Year of the Tiger) - Work resumes: January 27, 2023 (the 6th day of the 1st lunar month, Year of the Cat) - Applicable to both the Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi branches
MINDFULNESS CARD COLLECTION FOR TẾT 2023
Practicing mindfulness through everyday activities during Tết helps us cultivate body and mind, sense the breath of life gently transitioning, and grow ever more diligent in spirit—embracing a peaceful, positive life.
FULL MOON OF THE FIRST LUNAR MONTH - IN CELEBRATION OF THE SANGHA ASSEMBLY DAY, 15th DAY OF THE 1ST LUNAR MONTH, BUDDHIST ERA 2567
In celebration of the Sangha Assembly Day, 15th day of the 1st lunar month, Buddhist Era 2567, Diệu Tướng Am respectfully wishes all Venerable Monks and Nuns, and all devoted Buddhists, perfect virtue and a lifetime of peace.
THE MEANING OF THE DAY OF SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA'S PARINIRVANA
Commemorating the day of Shakyamuni Buddha's Parinirvana, 15/02 Lunar Calendar, Buddhist Era 2567. Diệu Tướng Am respectfully wishes all Venerable Monks and Nuns, Buddhist devotees, and valued customers: MAY THE MORTAL BODY BE TRANSFORMED INTO THE GOLDEN BODY, MAY THE STEADFAST HEART OF CULTIVATION TOUCH NIRVANA
CELEBRATING THE BIRTHDAY OF AVALOKITESVARA BODHISATTVA, 19TH DAY OF THE 2ND LUNAR MONTH, PL2567
Celebrating the birthday of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, 19th day of the 2nd lunar month, PL 2567. Diệu Tướng Am respectfully wishes all Venerable Monks and Nuns, devoted Buddhists, and valued customers: HEARTS TURNED TOWARD THE BUDDHA'S ALTAR, MERIT ENDURING FOREVER
CELEBRATING THE BIRTHDAY OF SAMANTABHADRA BODHISATTVA, 21/02 LUNAR CALENDAR, BE 2567
Celebrating the birthday of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva on the 21st day of the 2nd lunar month, BE 2567. Diệu Tướng Am respectfully wishes all Venerable Monks and Nuns, devoted Buddhists, and valued customers: A HEART FREE OF SORROW - A HEART TURNED TOWARD COMPASSION
8 TEACHINGS OF THE BUDDHA FOR NURTURING BEAUTY OF SOUL AND APPEARANCE
The mind is the root of the body; only when the mind is at peace can that root stand firm. Cultivating a mind rooted in truth, goodness, and beauty is how women attain complete, genuine beauty within themselves.
11 BLESSINGS & BENEFITS OF CULTIVATING THE FOUR IMMEASURABLE MINDS
The Four Immeasurable Minds are four boundless, measureless states of mind, without limit, embracing all sentient beings. Cultivating these four immeasurable states helps one become perfected in character and live the life of a noble sage, receiving boundless merit even in this very lifetime.
DIỆU TƯỚNG AM PERFORMS THE SACRED CLEANSING OF THE TRIPLE GEM SANCTUARY, BRINGING FORTH WONDROUS MERIT
Cleansing the worship space and the Triple Gem sanctuary is not only an expression of reverence toward the Buddhas, but also a way for practitioners to purify their own mind and body, advancing steadily on the path of cultivation. Diệu Tướng Am was honored to perform this sacred cleansing at Tịnh Xá Quan Âm, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
WHAT IS IGNORANCE (AVIDYA)? WHERE DOES IGNORANCE COME FROM? - A DISCUSSION AT LONG HƯNG MONASTERY, BÌNH TÂN, HO CHI MINH CITY
Diệu Tướng Am was honored to host a discussion event together with Venerable Bhikkhuni Thích Nữ Diệu Hiếu, held in the meritorious and meditative atmosphere of Long Hưng Monastery, Bình Tân, Ho Chi Minh City. The discussion shared with Buddhist practitioners and all who sincerely revere the Buddha on the topic: What is ignorance? Where does ignorance come from?
BUDDHIST AFFAIRS & LIFE: TALK "THE BUDDHA IN LIFE" - VENERABLE THICH DAO THINH
On April 13th, Diệu Tướng Am was delighted to host the talk "THE BUDDHA IN LIFE," shared by Venerable Thich Dao Thinh. This talk also marked the opening event of the "BUDDHA MIND" talk series at Diệu Tướng Am Hanoi, held in reverence of the upcoming Vesak Festival, PL2567.
BUDDHIST AFFAIRS & LIFE: TALK "MEDITATION IN DAILY LIFE" - MOST VEN. THÍCH BỬU CHÁNH
"If someone causes you affliction, do not look at the person who causes it, but look instead at the afflicted mind within yourself — to observe one's own afflicted mind is itself mindfulness." - MOST VEN. THÍCH BỬU CHÁNH shares practical guidance on releasing affliction and attaining a peaceful mind in daily life at Diệu Tướng Am Hà Nội,
CELEBRATING VESAK 2024 - PERFORMING THE BUDDHA BATHING CEREMONY AT HOME BRINGS MANY MEANINGFUL BLESSINGS
Vesak, also known as the Buddha's Birthday, is one of the most significant festivals in Buddhism, commemorating three major events in the life of Shakyamuni Buddha: his birth, his enlightenment, and his passing into Nirvana. On this day, Buddhist communities around the world carry out many rituals and activities in honor of the Buddha's teachings, such as prayer, meditation, gift-giving, and…
CREATING A SACRED SPACE – FLOURISHING FIELDS OF MERIT, ABUNDANT BLESSINGS
A solemn spiritual space within the home is not only a spiritual anchor that helps each person find peace, but also a place where wholesome roots take seed, sowing good causes to reap sublime merit.
THE RAINS RETREAT (AN CƯ KIẾT HẠ) — AN AGE-OLD TRADITION IN BUDDHIST CULTURE
Each year, when the retreat season arrives, monks and nuns set aside their busy Buddhist duties to devote themselves diligently to chanting sutras, performing repentance rituals, practicing mindfulness of the Buddha, and meditating — cultivating a healthy body, a dignified bearing, virtuous conduct, and a pure, liberated mind, so as to be truly worthy as a field of merit for lay Buddhists.
DIALOGUE WITH VEN. THÍCH MINH NHẪN: STRENGTHENING FAITH IN THE DHARMA AND GAINING RIGHT UNDERSTANDING OF BUDDHIST MEDIA IN THE DIGITAL AGE
In this age of digital technology and a flattened world, media platforms are advancing at breathtaking speed, bringing many advantages to Buddhist affairs and supporting the Sangha in fulfilling its mission of propagating the Dharma, allowing the Buddha's teachings to spread deeply and widely.
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