Oct 25, 2017
Pali chanting used by school Mahayana...
Feb 22, 2015
In this fascinating documentary, historian Bettany Hughes travels to the seven wonders of the Buddhist world and offers a unique insight into one of the most ancient belief systems still practised today. Mitra Gina has introduced the book “The Giving Tree”. Here is...
Jan 19, 2015
Meal taking and food contemplation is compulsory for all secondary school students. After their lessons, the students will be led by their teachers to the dining hall to have a light meal. During the food contemplation, students will observe 10 minutes of silent...
Dec 7, 2012
Why do we prostrate or bow to the Buddha? To bow or prostrate before an image of the Buddha is not idol-worship. We prostrate out of deep veneration. We rejoice in Buddha’s attainment of the supreme Enlightenment and perfection of all virtues. When we practise...
Dec 5, 2012
Why do we share merits? Sharing of merits means inviting other beings to rejoice in the virtuous deeds that one has done. By rejoicing, other beings also gain merits by having positive states of mind. Sharing and dedicating the merits help us practise generosity and...
Dec 5, 2012
Why do we practise chanting? Chanting (puja) is a melodious way of reading as one reflects upon the Buddha’s teachings. Besides aiding memorisation, chanting in a soothing tune has a calming effect on both the reciter and the listener. Chanting should be done solemnly...
