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During the Ayutthaya period, what was the capital of Thailand?
During the Ayutthaya period, what was the capital of Thailand?
Which foreign power captured and looted Ayutthaya in 1767?
Which foreign power captured and looted Ayutthaya in 1767?
What were the main economic activities during the Ayutthaya period?
What were the main economic activities during the Ayutthaya period?
พระมหาปชาบดีโคตมีเถรีได้รับการยกย่องจากใคร?
พระมหาปชาบดีโคตมีเถรีได้รับการยกย่องจากใคร?
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ในการบวช ภิกษุณีใช้หลักปฏิบัติแบบใด?
ในการบวช ภิกษุณีใช้หลักปฏิบัติแบบใด?
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ภิกษุณีและเป็นอัครสาวิกาเบื้องขวา (ฝ่ายภิกษุณี) ชาดก นันทวิศาลชาดก เป็นอะไร?
ภิกษุณีและเป็นอัครสาวิกาเบื้องขวา (ฝ่ายภิกษุณี) ชาดก นันทวิศาลชาดก เป็นอะไร?
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Study Notes
Early Teachings After Enlightenment
- Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, to the Pañcavaggiya (Group of Five) following his enlightenment.
- The core teaching presented was the Four Noble Truths (Ariya Sacca).
- Kondanna recognized the truth after the sermon and was ordained through the ceremony known as Ehi bhikkhu upasampada.
Great Assembly and Important Discourses
- A significant assembly of 1250 Arahant disciples gathered unexpectedly at Veluvana Monastery to meet the Buddha.
- During this meeting, the Buddha presented the Ovada Patimokkha, which translates to "The Teaching Given."
- This teaching is considered the heart of Buddhism, encompassing:
- The ultimate goal of Buddhism: Nirvana.
- Methods for spreading the teachings of Buddhism.
- Three fundamental principles:
- Avoidance of all negative deeds.
- Commitment to perform good deeds.
- Purification of one's mind.
Symbolic Buddha Statues
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Buddha Statues in Various Postures:
- Mara Vijaya symbolizes Buddha's victory over all desires.
- First Sermon posture represents the proclamation of Buddhism across different lands.
- Seated Posture illustrates the Buddha's compassionate travels to share his teachings with various communities.
Notable Disciples
- Ananda Kondanna: First monk with remarkable insight, known for his deep understanding and wisdom.
- Khema Theri: Recognized for her profound intelligence and enlightenment, regarded as a key figure among female disciples.
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Test your knowledge about the governance system during the Ayutthaya period in Thailand, including the roles of the king, nobles, and administrative structure.
