分享-学佛

学佛是对自己的良心交待，不是做给别人看的。

学佛第一个观念，永远不去看众生的过错。你看众生的过错，你永远污染你自己，你根本不可能修行。

当你未学佛的时候，你看什么都不顺。当你学佛以后，你要看什么都很顺。

学佛就是在学做人而已。

学佛不是对死亡的一种寄托，而是当下就活得自在和超越。

信佛，学佛，不是为自己，乃是为一切苦海中的众生。

头顶白烛听颂经 身盖白布转运

泰国伯查安比查纳佛寺，慈悲的老和尚，每天都在为许许多多来自马新，印尼的佛友主持盖白布起死回生的仪式。

这里每天有很多人排队等着集体让老和尚盖白布，祈求通过高僧的盖白布而从此转大运、行好运。 泰国伯查安比查纳佛寺，现年64岁，慈悲为怀的高僧泊沽比达也(PRA KRU PITAYA)，被佛友们尊称「好好和尚」，其慈祥的面容，为人低调及随和及充满爱心的性格，据说，老和尚生活简单朴素，有求必应，深深感动了许许多向他求助的佛友，得到许许多多来自国内外佛友的支持爱戴。
老和尚专长，著名为人们看命，查运程，解除恶运等，值得一提的是尤其是经过他盖白布诵经的佛友，个个的命运及运程，如枯木逢春，发芽生叶，柳暗花明又一村。
老和尚「盖白布」能转运的消息，一传十，十传百，人人不怕白布盖身，反而如黄蜂般涌往要求老和尚为他们盖白布。马新印尼佛友纷纷结伴而来，集体盖白布，转大运，求得一帆风顺。
据了解，老和尚泊沽说，他出家已经40多年，住在这间佛寺修行已经27年。他说，一般上，向来求助他的佛友，他都先会为他们批看命运，然后了解他们命中是否冲犯其么，再对症下药为他们诵经或供养三宝回向等，用种种善行方式以解除他们命中的障碍阻碍。
他说，「一些人犯天狗，我就必须用解天狗的方式为他们解除，如果冲到其它的，我又必须再用其它的方式协助他们了。」如果用对方式，信众们经常面对的种种障碍，很快就会有所改变。老和尚所得到的法力，种种感应，主要是靠着他本身从年轻到老努力的静坐，诵经，禅修而得来，当他得到这些特别的法力之后，就开始救渡苦难众生。
老和尚说，我们必须保持心情平静，所做的一切，更要以慈悲为主，要为救渡苦难众生而努力修行，认真努力禅坐，诵经及修行，就会得到天神的庇护。
「如果有众生觉得事情不顺，可以好好的静坐观想，祈求天神庇佑！」
一般上，如果被老和尚算到或看到运程太差者，慈悲的老师父都会鼓励每个月至少来盖一次的白布以让恶运消除，好运到来，破除种种和障碍与阻碍。

(extract from Mun Sang Publisher)

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The Four Spirit - 四灵 (pt 2)

Green Dragon, White Tiger, Red Phoenix, and Black Tortoise are symbols for the directions, East, West, South, and North respectively; and for positive qualities such as loyalty, strength, generosity, and courage.
The Green Dragon of the East Signifies protection for the home dweller. In Chinese mythology the Dragon is well known and much respected as an emblem for strength, goodness, courage and endurance. The dragon is the protector of the heavens. The White Tiger of the West symbolizes strength. The dragon and the tiger coexist and are inseparable. It is perceived by the Chinese that the Tiger is one of the best symbols of protection against evil intentions from strangers. The Red Phoenix of the South is often depicted as the mate of the Celestial dragon and used in Feng Shui to activate the luck of opportunity. The Black Turtle of the North symbolizes the direction north and winter in Feng Shui. The Turtle is the emblem of longevity, strength and endurance. In Feng Shui the Black Turtle symbolizes a series of hill behind the property.
四神也叫作四象、四灵，即青龙、白虎、朱雀和玄武。青龙白虎掌四方，朱雀玄武顺阴阳。四灵圣兽苍龙、白虎、朱雀、玄武天之四灵虽然欧美奇幻中很少出现，但中国神话传说中它们却以尊贵无比四圣兽身份出现，是古代人民所喜爱吉祥物。四灵导源于远古神话，,起初称为"四象"，指水火木金分布四方之象。 《易·系辞上》说:"两仪主四象." 两仪即阴阳或天地。上古表示天空东南西北四大区星象用东龙、南鸟、西虎、北龟蛇(武)四组动物。这四组动物也是中国古代神话中四方之神灵。春秋战国时期由于五行学说盛行，所以四象也被配色成为青龙、白虎、朱雀和玄武。两汉时期四象演化成为道教所信奉神灵故而四象也随即被称为四灵。

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The Four Animal Spirit - 四灵

This picture caught my eyes and I fell in love with it so much that I wanted to share with the readers. The picture shows The Four Animal Spirit Known as:

1. Green Dragon of the East - 青龙
2. White Tiger of the West - 白虎
3. Red Bird of the South - 朱雀
4. Dark Warrior ( Black Turtle) of the North - 玄武

Will share the story in my next blog.

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Soumkhor

This is a beautiful image of the Buddha from Thailand. This particular style is called "Soumkhor", and it comes from the Khamphaeng Phet area in north Thailand. It is one of the most popular amulets in Thailand. It is believed to bring peace and prosperity to the wearer. This particular image shows the Buddha seated in a meditation position, meditating in the rain under the protection of the Naga, a great 7-headed snake. The story is that the Naga desired to be ordained into the monkhood. The rules forbid it; but the Buddha gave the snake instruction in the 5 Buddhist precepts so that if he followed them, he could be reborn as human in his next life and enter the monkhood. The Naga used his body to form a meditation platform for the Buddha, using his great 7-headed body to form a canopy to shelter Buddha from the rain. The Soumkhor Buddha images are so respected in Thailand that the government recently released a series of postage stamps honoring 5 different Buddha amulets - one of which is Soumkhor.

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Name of 28 buddhas of the History

The 28 Buddhas are:

1. TanHangKorn Buddha


2. MeDhangKorn Buddha


3. SaRaNangKorn Buddha


4. DheePangKorn Buddha


5. GonDhanYo Buddha


6. MangKalo Buddha


7. SuMaNo Buddha


8. ReWaTo Buddha


9. SoPheeTo Buddha


10. AnoMaDhassi Buddha


11. PaTumMo Buddha


12. NaRaDho Buddha


13. PaTuMutTaRo Buddha


14. SuMeDho Buddha


15. SuChaTo Buddha


16. PiYaDhassi Buddha


17. AtDhaDhasSi Buddha


18. DhammaDhassi Buddha


19. SitDhatDho Buddha


20. Tisso Buddha


21. Pusso Buddha


22. WiPassi Buddha


23. SiKhi Buddha


24. WesSaPhu Buddha


25. GoNaKaMaNo Buddha


26. GaKuSanDho Buddha


27. GasSaPo Buddha


28. SakKaya KoTaMa Buddha or Phra Sri Sakkaya Muni, Kotama, Buddha. Saranamkara

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The Temple with 28 Images in Subduing Mara Attitude

Venue : Wat Apsonsawan Warawihan, Phasi Charoen District Locally called Wat Mu. The temple was built by a Chinese merchant called U. Locals thus called it Wat Chin U, and later shifted to Wat Mu.
Rama III had it entirely renovated and renamed it Wat Apsonsawan.The congregation hall of this temple is unique for it has 28 images on the same base, and all are cast in the Subduing Mara attitude of the same size, 1 foot by 1 and 2 inches. They are cleverly placed in tiers. Each is inscribed with its name at the base front. The 28 Buddha images represent the 28 lives of the Buddha, a traditional Buddhist practice in the similar fashion as the building of the 28 pagodas around the main hall in Wat Suthat Thepwararam in Bangkok.

Address: 174 Thoet Thai Road Pakkhbng Sub-0istrid Phasichareon District Bangkok 10160Opening Hours: Temple:Daily 5 am-10 pm

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A Diamond-Studded Image and Museum of Renowned Monks

Wat Krathum Sueapla was built in 1772.

Artifacts at the temple include the traditional Thai meeting pavilion with the gable in angelic motifs and a century-old wooden bell.


The new meeting pavilion houses Luangpho Phet, a replica of Phra Phuttha Chinnarat in Sukhothai style, whose wrap is studded with thousands of Russian diamonds. Another pavilion houses a collection of wax-figures of more than 10 renowned monks such as Luangpu Thuat, Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phromrangsi), Luangpu Suk, and Luangpu Pan. All of these images are life-like.


The museum is open daily to visitors.



Address :Wat Krathum Sueapla 5 moo.5 on-nut Rd, on-nut67,Prawet sub-dis,Prawet district Bangkok 10250

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Thai Top Monk

Front row ( L-R )

Luang Pu Thuad - BE2125-BE2205 (Wat Changhai)

Acharn Mun - BE2413-BE2492 (Wat Pa Suthawas, Sakonnakorn)

Somdet Phra Putthachan (To Phromrangsi) - BE2319-BE2415 ( Wat Rakang Kositaram)

Luang Phor Toh - BE2430-BE2524 ( Wat Praduchimplee)

Luang Phor Ngern - BE2353-BE2462 ( Wat Bangklaan, Pichit)

Back Row ( L-R)

Luang Phor Doem - BE2403-BE2494 ( Wat Nongpho, Nakon Sawan)

Luang Phor Parn - BE2418-BE2479 ( Wat Bang Nom Kho )

Luang Phor Sodh - BE2427-BE2502 ( Wat Paknam, Bangkok)

Luang Phor Suk BE2390-BE2466 ( Wat Makhamtao Chainat)

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Rahu Temple at Phnom Penn

Rahu at Prasat Phnom Reab, Kampong Speu
One of the most striking portrayals of this powerful spirit can be seen in Takeo Province, on the old concrete portico of Banteay Trav Pagoda, on National Road 2, just between Tonle Bati Resort and Phnom Tamao Zoo, about 30 km south of Phnom Penh. Rahu serves a protector of the temples. His picture is also often found above doorways of traditional Khmer houses, as a reminder of his terrible powers and to protect the inhabitants. What better way to keep the ordinary demons and devils from the door than to have their king sitting above the doorwayEven today, Khmers build temples and houses based on their knowledge of astrology to determine auspicious sites and other factors of importance. Belief in Rahu is an example of intangible heritage.Rahu as protector at Traitreung Pagoda on the top of Phnom Baset, Kampong Speu

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Sculpture of Rahu

Sculpture of the Rahu (demon from the Hindu mythology) in the Buddhist-Hindu subject park Sala Kaew Koo (also: Wat Khaek) with Nong Khai, north-east Thailand A unique place with numerous sculptures according to the belief of a sent of Buddhism. Sala Kaew Koo is about 3 km. from Nong Khai on the Nong Khai - Phon Phi - sai road.

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Khmer Krom Assoc. Auckland New Zealand

I found this picture of Rahu on a website and surprised to find that it's a logo for an association at Auckland, New Zealand.

KKA Inc is a voluntary Khmer Krom Buddhist community base, non-profit, non-political, and non-sectarian organisation. Its membership is opened to any person who willing to support and give donations for the development of Khmer Krom Buddhist community.In the mid 90's hundreds of Khmer Krom families arrived from refugee camp in thailand to settle in New Zealand.

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Rahu Statue in the Park

A Huge statue of Râhu in the statuary park of Thadeua situated 25km west of the city, a visit to this park makes for a pleasant afternoon. There are approximately 200 Buddhist and religious images dating back over 500 years, most of which were introduced from India. At one end of the park is the Savan where the spirits of good people are known to reside and bring harmony to the land. The best way to reach the park is to take bus number 14 from the main bus station. Tell the driver where you are going and he will let you off at the right stop.



Thanon Tha DeuaVientiane, LA Laos
Opening Hours : 9am-4pm

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Stamps of Rahu

Two stamps of Laos (1) show us a demon devouring the sun or the moon.

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Pictures of Rahu

Black & Gold Rahu

Painted Egg Collect of Rahu

Tattoo image of Rahu

Trace a pic of Rahu and get ready for the tattoo!
Master in action!

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Rahu - From a Hindu Temple

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12 Giants Demons

At the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, you will find six pairs of giant demons that stand guard at each of the entrances. They are facing inwards towards the ubosot as if they were protecting the Emerald Buddha. These giants were built during the reign of King Rama III and each represent an important character in the Ramakian story. If you look closely, you will see that each one has its own characteristics.
On the eastern side there are two entrances.

The first one is guarded by Indrajit, who has a green face, and Suryapop, who has a red face. They both have a bamboo shoot as their crown.
The second door is oppoite the ubosot. It is guarded by Mangkorngun, with a green face, and Virunhok, with a purple face. Their crowns are topped with nagas. Notice that their right hand is at the top unlike the previous two. Also, the left hand has a ring.
On the southern side, where you exit to go to the Grand Palace, you will see two unusual Giants. These are Totkirijun, who has a red face, and Totkritorn, who has a green face. Both of their crowns are topped with bamboo shoots. However, take a look at their noses. They have elephant trunks instead of regular noses.
The western side has three doors. This first one is where you come in. It is guarded by Chakrawat, who is white and has four heads and eight arms. Standing beside him is Asakornmarsa, who is dark purple and has a double tier of hands. Their crowns are topped by cockerel's tails.
The second door is near the golden chedi. The white giant Sahasadeja has one thousand heads arranged in five tiers and two thousand arms (not shown in picture). His buddy is Tosakanth who is green and has three tiers of three heads and one on top. This one is the demon king.
The final door is again near the golden chedi but further north. These giants have cockerel's tails. They are Virunchambang and Mayarap.

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It's sad..

Looking at this picture, I felt a sense of sadness. There are lots of amulet everywhere, in Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong and of course Singapore. As we are aware, many people, in the name of devotees actually make money by selling amulet ( as shown but definitely not at that price). They claimed that the amulet they are selling were genuine, limited edition, antique.... And these people are the one who make big buck$!

Take a closer look at the picture, they are all familiar amulets which we can see from shops selling them at high price and claiming how special and rare they were!
Personally I felt regardless if it's amulet of Buddhas or Monks they are all we should respect and there is no "Faked" or "Genuine" as long as you respect the Buddha and Monks, they are genuine.

I'm not stopping anyone from making money, or stopping anybody to buy/ rent from those people, to each their own, it's just my thoughts and I'm just expressing it in my way.

Whatever that is written here is not intended to harm or hurt anybody. Either ways, I bear no responsibilities for any physical or emotional harm to anybody.

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Paying Homage to Nine Sacred Temples in bangkok

1. Suthat Thepwararam Temple (Wat Suthat)

2. Chao Pho Sua Shrine (The Shrine of the Godfather Sua)

3. Chana Songkhram Temple (The Temple of War Victory)

4. The City Pillar Shrine

5. Wat Phra Kaeo (The Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

6. Wat Pho (The Temple of the Reclining Buddha)

7. Wat Kanlayanamit

8. Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn)

9. Wat Rakhang Khositaram

Buddhists in Thailand strongly believe that worshipping sacred temples is a way to make merit.

泰国民众流传著：「在一天之中，若能朝拜九间特定寺庙的话就会得到非常的好运、得到幸福快乐、顺利平安。」

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