On the morning November 15, 2020, General Pham Van Tra came to visit Ba Vang Pagoda for the third time. On his arrival at Ba Vang Pagoda, the former Chief of the General Staff of the Peoples Army of Vietnam was warmly welcomed by Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh, the Abbot of Ba Vang Pagoda.Thay also expressed His happiness to meet General Pham Van Tra again since his last visit at the Pagoda two years ago in July, 2018. In this third trip to Ba Vang Pagoda, the hero of the Peoples Armed Forces paid homage to the Buddhas as well as the Patriarchs and offered incense at the martyr's shrine. General Pham Van Tra offering incense to the Buddhas and the Patriarchs. General Pham Van Tra and his delegation offering incense at the martyrs' shrine of Ba Vang Pagoda.After that, Thay introduced the meditation forest and a part of the arduous practising life of Monks. Witnessing how Monks of Ba Vang Pagoda live and practise Dharma, General Pham Van Tra wished the Monks to keep practising diligently, so that our world would have more blessings. Guided by Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh, General Pham Van Tra and his delegation in person visiting the meditation forest of Ba Vang Pagodas Monks. General Pham Van Tra taking a photo at Thays cultivation house which is made from unstable materials like bamboo and canvas. General Pham Van Tra visiting the meditation forest of Ba Vang Pagodas Monks. Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh introducing to General Pham Van Tra to Monks cultivation cottage. The delegation taking a photo at Monks monastery of Ba Vang Pagoda.Being guided by the Abbot, the four-star General also visited other constructions of the Pagoda, such as the dining room, kitchen and water purification system. General Pham Van Tra and his delegation visiting the kitchen zone of Ba Vang Pagoda. He was so joyful to see the development of the Pagoda. Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh telling General Pham Van Tra about the natural water source of Ba Vang Pagoda.At the end of the visit, General Pham Van Tra recognised and showed his great appreciation for the devotion of Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh and Buddhists efforts in building Ba Vang Pagoda - a meaningful construction, which contributes not only to Vietnamese cultural and moral values, but also to the tradition of Truc Lam Yen Tu zen sect. Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh gave the General Dharma books before he left. Read more: Former Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Nguyen Thanh Son: “Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh is an ordained intellectual”Rector of Foreign Trade University, Associate Professor Bui Anh Tuan and the University Leadership Council visit Ba Vang PagodaInteresting Facts About Buddhism That Sweden Doctors Discovered at Ba Vang Pagoda
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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.
How to become a Buddhist
How to become a Buddhist
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.
Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness and Meditation
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.
Visit Ba Vang Pagoda
Visit Ba Vang Pagoda
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!
Or you are new to Buddhism? Click here! We'll take you through it in the best way.
Or you are new to Buddhism? Click here! We'll take you through it in the best way.
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.
The Budhda's guide to happiness
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.
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How to become a Buddhist
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.
xem thêm
Mindfulness and Meditation
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.
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Visit Ba Vang Pagoda
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!
xem thêm
Or you are new to Buddhism? Click here! We'll take you through it in the best way.
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.
General Pham Van Tra offering incense to the Buddhas and the Patriarchs.
General Pham Van Tra and his delegation offering incense at the martyrs' shrine of Ba Vang Pagoda.
Guided by Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh, General Pham Van Tra and his delegation in person visiting the meditation forest of Ba Vang Pagodas Monks.
General Pham Van Tra taking a photo at Thays cultivation house which is made from unstable materials like bamboo and canvas.
General Pham Van Tra visiting the meditation forest of Ba Vang Pagodas Monks.
Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh introducing to General Pham Van Tra to Monks cultivation cottage.
The delegation taking a photo at Monks monastery of Ba Vang Pagoda.
General Pham Van Tra and his delegation visiting the kitchen zone of Ba Vang Pagoda. He was so joyful to see the development of the Pagoda.
Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh telling General Pham Van Tra about the natural water source of Ba Vang Pagoda.
Thay Thich Truc Thai Minh gave the General Dharma books before he left.
