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By Samangie Wettimuny
“My world ended the day my son took his life. To this day, the reason remains a mystery,” said a heartbroken mother who is still struggling to come to terms with her son’s sudden death. I met her a few years ago at a social service center where she had come to collect a pack of dry rations. Her husband had lost his mind as a result of his son’s untimely death and to make...
Nikini Full Moon Poya Day falls on August 30
Following are excerpts from an interview with Theravada Buddhist Bhikkhu Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera of Thailand. The Maha Thera is well known across the globe for his effective Dhamma teaching methods and meditation practice.
Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera
Q: During my previous discussion with you, you explained that according to Buddhism, “the...
Cultivating the Brahma Viharas –The Buddhist Way of Life
Following are excerpts from an interview with reputed Theravada Bhikkhu and renowned Meditation Guru Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera of Thailand.
Q: According to modern science, sleep is essential for our health, and 7-8 hours of sleep is usually recommended. Could you elaborate on the Buddha’s stance on the importance of sleep? According to Buddhist writings, the...
Sak Surin, Animal Welfare Bill and animal lovers’ woes
All were on cloud nine as if they had just been released from prison after serving a sentence! It was truly a moment of triumph for all animal lovers, especially those who really prayed for Sak-Surin’s wellbeing.
Just three weeks ago, we all heaved a sigh of relief when the special aircraft carrying Sak Surin (known as Muthu Raja locally) landed safely in Thailand. Still...
Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without - Buddha
Following are excerpts from an interview with reputed Theravada bhikkhu and renowned Meditation Guru Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera of Thailand.
Q: Could you define ‘I’ (or me)? Who /what is ‘I’? Does ‘I’ mean ‘mind’ or the ‘body’?
Ven. Ajahn Suchart Abhijato Maha Thera
A: Actually, there is no ‘I’, no ‘me’, or no ‘my’. It is just a mental fabrication or...
By Samangie Wettimuny
Philip Gunawardena’s 51st death anniversary
Continued from last week 1956 victoryThe 1956 people’s victory has been viewed by many political critics as the collapse of the...
Not that she willingly broke through the glass ceiling in Sri Lankan politics, but she was called upon by destiny to do so....
Omicron underscores the crucial importance of public health and social measures to counter transmission and the rapid increase in...
For almost one and a half years Sri Lankans and many across the globe were forced to remain confined to their homes due to the...
Even though her stay with her father was brief, memories came floating by as she turned back the cherished pages of her golden...