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True disciples of Budhdha are '''Samichipatipanno'''. In other words, they not only practice Dhamma with the sole aim of relinquishing suffering, but also spread it with compassion towards others. Both lay and clergy associated with Mahamevnawa adhere to this whenever possible. |
True disciples of Budhdha are '''Samichipatipanno'''. In other words, they not only practice Dhamma with the sole aim of relinquishing suffering, but also spread it with compassion towards others. Both lay and clergy associated with Mahamevnawa adhere to this whenever possible. |
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The way of preaching/ teaching Dhamma adopted by the clergy at Mahamevnawa is |
The way of preaching/ teaching Dhamma adopted by the clergy at Mahamevnawa is what advocated by the Buddha. |
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{{cquote|"If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down ('''Nibbidhaya'''), loose interest in ('''Viragaya'''), and cease ('''Nirodhaya''') forms ('''Rupha'''), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching ('''Dhammakathika''')...<br/> |
{{cquote|"If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down ('''Nibbidhaya'''), loose interest in ('''Viragaya'''), and cease ('''Nirodhaya''') forms ('''Rupha'''), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching ('''Dhammakathika''')...<br/> |
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Revision as of 15:28, 4 May 2008
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| Formation | 14 August 1999 |
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| Type | Organization of Buddhist monastries |
| Purpose | Spiritual Development |
| Headquarters | Polgahawela, Sri Lanka |
| Location |
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Region served | Worldwide |
Membership | practicing Buddhists |
Founder | Kiribathgoda Gnananada Thero |
| Website | http://www.mahamevna.org http://www.buddhavision.com |
Mahamevnawa[1] is "an organization of monasteries established for the sake of spiritual development of human beings through the teachings of the Sakyamuni Buddha who was born in 500 B.C. Our only wish is to give you spiritual help in order to make your mind pure which is useful for the realization of Nibbana: the unbounded liberation."[1]
It has around 40 monasteries[2] for meditation throughout Sri Lanka (and recent ones in Canada [2], USA [3] and Australia [4]).
Founder and the chief Buddhist monk in charge of these monasteries is Venerable Kiribathgoda Gnananada Thero who is engaged in spreading Buddhism in its true form (to both local and international communities), highlighting the aim of Buddhism: putting and end to Dukka (suffering) or attaining Nibbana.
Practicing Damma
(as highlighted in Sinhalese by: Mahamevnawa Bodhignana Sabhava)
According to Lord Buddha's teachings: birth as a human being is a very rare opportunity. Fortunate people who achieve that rare opportunity should develop their minds to attain the ultimate goal of Nibbana.
One can attain Nibbana only by adhering to the Buddhist doctrine (Dhamma); through a process called: Noble Eightfold Path (Ariya Attangiko Maggo). Initial levels of spiritual development: e.g. Stream Enter (Sothapanna) & Once Returner (Sakadagami), may be achieved even amidst the chores of one's day-to-day life.
First step towards cession of suffering (achieving Nibbana) is getting to know Buddha's teaching. Mahamevnawa plays an important role in this regard through promotion of teaching, discussing and practicing Dhamma in unaltered form.
Mahamevnawa also facilitates people to practice meditation, one of the key aspects for imrpoving concentration (Samadhi) and wisdom (Panna), through cultivating mindfulness (sathi) as a component of path to Nibbana.
A key point highlighted is that: Damma not only says that the life is suffering (Dukkha), but also shows path to cession of suffering.
Spreading Damma
Tathāgatappavedito dhammavinayo bhikkhave vivato virocati no paticchanno
The Teaching and Discipline declared by the Thus Gone One shine when manifested and not when covered.— 9th Sutta, Bharanduvaggo[3]
"Let the Blessed one teach the Dhamma.
There are beings with less defilements in their hearts.
They will wither away, if they do not get the opportunity to Listen to Dhamma.
They will realize the Truth and Flourish, if they get to Listen to Dhamma."— Mahavagga Pali
True disciples of Budhdha are Samichipatipanno. In other words, they not only practice Dhamma with the sole aim of relinquishing suffering, but also spread it with compassion towards others. Both lay and clergy associated with Mahamevnawa adhere to this whenever possible.
The way of preaching/ teaching Dhamma adopted by the clergy at Mahamevnawa is what advocated by the Buddha.
"If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down (Nibbidhaya), loose interest in (Viragaya), and cease (Nirodhaya) forms (Rupha), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching (Dhammakathika)...
If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down, loose interest in, and cease feelings/sensations (Vedanā), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching...
If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down, loose interest in, and cease perceptions (Saññā), that monk deserves to be denoted an expounder of the Teaching...
If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down, loose interest in, and cease thoughts/ mental formations (Sankāra), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching...
If a monk preaches Dhamma, to help one resolve to let down, loose interest in, and cease consciousness (Viññāna), that monk deserves to be called an expounder of the Teaching..."
— Dhammakathika Sutta[4]
Sermons & Dhamma text based on original teachings of Buddha that reveal the Truth in life and emphasizes the urge of cession of suffering are therefore in circulation among those associated with Mahamevnawa.
References
- ^ Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery - Official Website
- ^ Mahamevnawa Monastery - Events
- ^ Anguttaranikāyo→Tikanipāto→Bharanduvaggo
- ^ Sanyutta Nikāya→Khandha Sanyutta→Dhammakathika (Dutiyo) Vagga
Suggested Readings
(from Buddhavision, the official English website of Mahamevnawa)
FAQ
Dhamma Articles
- The World of Lord Buddha
- Dhamma is Positive Force
- The Worlds are Convinced by Lord Buddha
- My Homage
- Deva Worship in Buddhism
- Dhamma is Immaculate
Meditations Article
Dhamma Books
- Preparing the Mind for Nibbana
- A Spiritual Biography of Bhikku Ñānānanda, the Founder of Mahamevnawa Monastery
- Householder's Path to Nibbana
- Four Poisonous Snakes
- The Ultimate Leader
- Where there is Passion
See also
External Links
- Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery - Official Website
- Buddha Vision - Official English Website
- Mahamevnawa Monastery - Events | Event Feed
- Mahamevnawa Canada - Official Website
- Mahamevnawa USA - Official Website
- Mahamevnawa Australia - Official Website
- Dhamma Sermons & Dhamma Text
- Locate the branches on Google Maps
Other