Learn how to train mindfulness and concentration for better peace of mind and a healthier body. Meditating is a perfect way to relax, examine and observe your feelings and thoughts to eliminate the defilements in your mind. According to Buddhist scriptures, it is the only path that leads to ultimate awakening - Nirvana.
“Life is like the ocean. Each of us is on our own boat in this vast ocean of life and we need to steer it towards the destination we set. The goal of normal people is to achieve success, get wealth, and fulfill worldly desires, whereas the goal of monastics and Buddhists is to reach enlightenment and liberation”. — Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh
"...When people praise us, we should reflect on ourselves to avoid hubris, which could cause our failure. When people criticize us, we should also reflect on ourselves to draw lessons and gain experience from it. Then, we will strengthen our inner power and live more resiliently..." ー Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh
Following the Dhutaṅga (Buddhist ascetic practices) of the World Honored One and the will of Thay, Monks and nuns of Ba Vang Pagoda enter the woods and take up Dhutanga ascetic practices such as dwelling beneath the trees, wearing ragged robes, and eating only once per day to lessen their attachments to the world.
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If you think, act, and speak with good intention in every moment, you can attain a peaceful mind. Such is the core value of Buddhism, to guide sentient beings to happiness and a more fulfilled life.
For a Buddhist, it is important to maintain right thoughts and awareness in every action. To achieve that, one needs to practice meditation. It is an essential part of Buddhist practice and the key to attaining mindfulness.
To seek refuge in the Three Jewels - the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, is the greatest fortune one can encounter in their lifetime. It helps us steer clear of bad paths and guides us to true liberation from suffering of life.
Ba Vang Pagoda is a great learning environment for Buddhists everywhere. There, you can study under the guidance of Abbot Thich Truc Thai Minh, an endearing and admirable teacher to many Buddhists. If you're on the path to furthering your Buddhist study, come and join us!
If you are new to Buddhism, feel free to reach out to us. We are here to help you take your first step in your Dharma journey - where you can learn to live a happier, more satisfying life.
