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 🕉️ ☸️ Can anyone enter a Buddhist temple?So while your OWN religion might have restrictions on whether you are allowed to visit a different house of worship, we don't have those restrictions in Buddhism. Secondly, no one will try to convert you to Buddhism if you go. 🕉️ ☸️ What do you do in a Buddhist temple?Buddhists visit their local temple for services and teaching, taking offerings of flowers, candles and food. Buddhists can worship both at the temple and at home. In a Buddhist home, there will be one room or area used as a shrine with a statue of Buddha, incense and candles. 🕉️ ☸️ What not to wear to a Buddhist temple?Visitors are required to dress appropriately. Sandals and scarves cover the shoulders are allowed. These following clothes are strictly not allowed as outer garments for both ladies and gentlemen: Short shorts, mini-skirts, short skirts, torn jeans, see through, vests, tight fitting trousers or leggings.  🕉️ ☸️ What foods are forbidden in Buddhism?Theravada and Mahayana: often do not eat meat and fish, some are vegan. Theravada and Mahayana from China and Vietnam: do not eat garlic, onion, chives, shallot or leek (five pungent spices – believed to increase one's sexual desire and anger) Tibetans: never eat fish, usually will not eat foul. 🕉️ ☸️ What is the dress code for a Buddhist temple?Dress Code - Every temple implements a dress code before you can enter. A good rule of thumb is to dress up that covers most areas of your body. Avoid wearing shorts, tank tops, or dresses that are above the knees. Upon entering any building on the temple grounds, you must remove your hats and shoes. 🕉️ ☸️ How do you visit a Buddhist temple for the first time?Etiquette for Visiting Buddhist Temples
READ MORE AT THE LINK BELOW 🕉️ ☸️ Can a woman touch a Buddhist monk?Don't touch Buddhist monks, especially if you are female. Women are not supposed to hand items to monks, either. Men who need to hand something to a monk, or take something from a monk, should try to use their right hands. 🕉️ ☸️ How to join Buddhism?One can be of any race, country, socio-economic background, gender, etc. People wishing to identify themselves as Buddhists typically participate in a ceremony known as taking refuge in the Triple Gem. This is the simple act of reciting the refuge verse three times before a monastic. 🕉️ ☸️ What do I need to know before going to a Buddhist temple?This list is specific to Buddhist temples, but many of the tips apply to sacred sites around the world, especially temples for various religions in Asia.
READ MORE AT THE LINK BELOW: 🕉️ ☸️ Can you touch a Buddhist monk?Under no circumstances should you ever touch a monk. If you decide to approach a seated monk, make sure to sit down yourself before speaking. And keep in mind that it's a sign of disrespect to sit at a higher elevation than a monk. Avoid eating in the temple; monks aren't allowed to eat after noon. 🕉️ ☸️ How do you greet a monk?🕉️ ☸️ Can Buddhists drink alcohol?Buddhism, the Thai state religion, teaches that use of intoxicants should be avoided. Nonetheless, many Thai people drink alcohol, and a proportion are alcohol-dependent or hazardous or harmful drinkers. 🕉️ ☸️ Why can't Buddhists eat eggs?Many Buddhists interpret this to mean that you should not consume animals, as doing so would require killing. Buddhists with this interpretation usually follow a lacto-vegetarian diet. This means they consume dairy products but exclude eggs, poultry, fish, and meat from their diet. 🕉️ ☸️ Why can't Buddhist eat garlic?Some Buddhists who follow a strict diet not eat the five pungent vegetables: onions, garlic, chives, green onions and leeks. The Buddha said that these adversely affect those who are in the early stages of cultivation. If eaten cooked, they produce hormones. 🕉️ ☸️ How should you behave when visiting a Buddhist temple?Key points to note are:
🕉️ ☸️ Can you wear sandals to a Buddhist temple?- Stick to the dress codeAt the famous Wat Phra Kaew, you will be expected to wear long pants, shoes, or back-strap sandals (no flip-flops). For women, you must wear a skirt or pants that would cover your knee. Remember that leggings and tight pants are strictly forbidden in temples. 🕉️ ☸️ How do you respect a Buddhist?Here's a list of how to be respectful towards Buddhists & Buddha:
TO READ MORE, CLICK THE LINK BELOW: 🕉️ ☸️ Can you take pictures of Buddhist temple?This is considered disrespectful of the Lord Buddha. This means no selfies with Buddha statues whether they are in a temple or outside. It is okay to photograph the Buddha statues. 🕉️ ☸️ Can you wear white to a Buddhist temple?White represents purity, innocence and equality of all before Buddha. If you have to choose only one traditional item to wear for the pilgrimage, definitely opt for the white jacket! In summer, you can also wear a sleeveless version over everyday clothes. 🕉️ ☸️ What are the 5 things in a Buddhist temple?The Buddhist temple brings Buddhists and other people in the community together. They are built to represent the five elements – earth, air, water, fire and wisdom. 🕉️ ☸️ Where to start with Buddhism?Our favorite book to recommend on that list is the Heart of the Buddha's Teachings, as it offers a wonderful introduction to the teachings of the Buddha. This is a great way to learn, familiarize yourself with the path, and begin incorporating what you learn into your everyday life. 🕉️ ☸️ Why can't you touch Buddhist monks?Please do not touch a Monk, especially if you are a woman. This is because Monks believe that a woman's body goes against their Buddhist vows. Thus, many temples do not allow women in certain areas, and women should never touch a Monk 🕉️ ☸️ Why can't you turn your back to Buddha?To show respect to the Buddha image, try not to turn your back to it. Buddha images, whether they are statues or paintings, are created to show honour to the Buddha and give worshippers a focal point for their offerings and meditations. 🕉️ ☸️ Can you take pictures inside a Buddhist temple?The interior alters at temples/shrines are considered sacred, so many (but not all) ask that you not take pictures of those parts. Some of the alters are considered so sacred that they are not even even visible to the public. 🕉️ ☸️ Why can't you put a Buddha on the floor?As traditions mixed together, animists were introduced to totally new Buddhist concepts such as nirvana, and growth occurred in the history of humankind's spiritual development: spirit evolved its way from the ground up in a great chain of being. This is why the Buddha is placed high above the earth. 🕉️ ☸️ Can you have tattoos as a Buddhist monk?TATTOOS AND BUDDHISMBecause they are viewed as temporary, getting tattoos doesn't violate any Buddhist doctrines or beliefs. Some Buddhists say that tattoos are an unhealthy attachment to the body. However, even monks can have tattoos and some sects actually encourage them as a way to remember Buddhist teachings. 🕉️ ☸️  What do you call a female Buddhist monk?A bhikkhunī (Pali: 𑀪𑀺𑀓𑁆𑀔𑀼𑀦𑀻) or bhikṣuṇī (Sanskrit: भिक्षुणी) is a fully ordained female in Buddhist monasticism. Male monastics are called bhikkhus. 🕉️ ☸️ Can Buddhist monks have cell phones?“There are no restrictions for the monks to use cell phones, but in the Buddha sanctuary there was no modern technology,” he said. “When the world develops, monks also have to adapt to society and modern world. But the thing is, when they adapt to the changing world, they should not change their main principles. 🕉️ ☸️ What is a beginner a Buddhist called?Shoshin: The Beginner's MindThere is a concept in Zen Buddhism known as shoshin, which means “beginner's mind.” Shoshin refers to the idea of letting go of your preconceptions and having an attitude of openness when studying a subject. When you are a true beginner, your mind is empty and open. 🕉️ ☸️  What not to do as a Buddhist?Specifically, all Buddhists live by five moral precepts, which prohibit:
🕉️ ☸️ What are the 3 main beliefs of Buddhism?Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion that is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama. The main principles of this belief system are:
Buddhists believe that life is full of suffering, but that suffering can be overcome by attaining enlightenment. One who previously made bad Karma, but who reforms and creates good Karma brightens the world like the Moon appearing from behind a Cloud. 🕉️ ☸️  What is the symbol of Karma in Buddhism?The lotus flower is a symbol of karma in many Asian traditions. A blooming lotus flower is one of the few flowers that simultaneously carries seeds inside itself while it blooms. In Buddhism, the lotus is associated with purity, spiritual awakening, and faithfulness. The flower is considered pure as it is able to emerge from murky waters in the morning and be perfectly clean. It is also known to symbolize purity of speech, of the body, and of the mind.  🕉️ ☸️  What is the Buddhist symbol for Karma?Karma symbols such as the endless knot (above) are common cultural motifs in Asia. Endless knots symbolize interlinking of cause and effect, a karmic cycle that continues eternally. The endless knot is visible in the center of the prayer wheel. 🕉️ ☸️ What do monks do in a day?The monks go on alms round in the morning and the only other activities of the day are morning chores, breakfast, and the main meal. At 7:00 pm, the community gathers for pūjā, meditation, the taking of the precepts by the laity and a Dhamma talk. 🕉️ ☸️  Why do Buddhist wear orange?Orange was chosen mainly because of the dye available at the time. The tradition stuck and orange is now the color of choice for Theravada Buddhist followers in Southeast Asia, as opposed to a maroon color for Tibetan monks. The robes themselves are meant to symbolize simplicity and detachment of materialism 🕉️ ☸️ What does the color orange mean in Buddhism?Orange: the essence of Buddhism which is full of wisdom, strength and dignity.  In Buddhism orange (or more precisely saffron) was the colour of illumination, the highest state of perfection. The saffron colours of robes to be worn by monks were defined by the Buddhist texts. The robe and its colour is a sign of renunciation of the outside world and commitment to the order. 🕉️ ☸️ What is the Buddhist Flag? The Buddhist flag is a flag designed in the late 19th century as a universal symbol of Buddhism. It is used by Buddhists throughout the world. The Buddhist Flag represents: The blue stripe represents peace and universal compassion, the yellow stripe stands for the Middle Path, the red stripe represents the blessings that arise from practicing the faith, the white stripe symbolizes the purity of Dharma, and the orange stripe represents wisdom. Why do Buddhist fly the Buddhist flag? The Tibetan prayer flags are used as a means to spread prayers of good throughout the world, which in turn, pleases the gods. The Buddhist flag is traditionally flown on single poles or strung along lines on mountain ridges and peaks high in the Himalayas, on Buddhist temples and temple grounds, and on private homes 🕉️ ☸️  The Origin and Meaning of the Buddhist FlagThe Buddhist Flag, first hoisted in 1885 in Sri Lanka, is a symbol of faith and peace used throughout the world to represent the Buddhist faith.There appears to have been a controversy over as to who designed the Buddhist Flag. Some give the credit to Henry Steele Olcott, a retired American Army Colonel to Sri Lanka in May 1880. Olcott embraced Buddhism and joined the Buddhist revivalist movement and pioneered Buddhist education. He initiated the establishment of close to 400 Buddhist schools and colleges in Sri Lanka. Ananda, Nalanda, Mahinda and Dharmaraja stand as monuments to his pioneering efforts. In 1884, the Buddhists succeeded in getting the British rulers to declare Vesak Poya Day as a Public Holiday as from May 1885. At this stage the Buddhists established the ‘Colombo Committee’, and Olcott was indeed one of its members, but there were also more than ten other eminent members of the Sri Lankan laity and sangha. This committee set about the task of evolving a Buddhist Flag to be hoisted on Vesak Full Moon Day, 28th May 1885, the day declared as a Public Holiday, for the first time. Thus it is this committee that jointly designed the Buddhist Flag and the then Secretary of the Committee presented it to the public as approved by the ‘Colombo Committee’ on 17th April 1885. The Buddhist Flag, so designed, was hoisted for the first time on 28th May 1885, Vesak Full Moon Day, by Ven. Migettuwatte Gunananda Thera at Deepaduththaramaya in Kotahena. On a suggestion by Olcott the flag was modified to be of the normal size of National Flags. The Buddhist Flag so modified was hoisted on Vesak Full Moon Day in 1886. It remains unchanged to this day and is used by all the traditions and schools of Buddhism throughout the world. Professor G .P. Malalasekera was instrumental in making it the Flag of the Buddhist World. His proposal at the meeting of World Federation of Buddhists held in Kandy on 25th May 1950, to accept it as the official Buddhist Flag. It was accepted as the International Buddhist Flag by the 1952 World Buddhist Congress. The nonsectarian Buddhist flag is flown over the temples of many different schools. However, some choose to change the colors of the flag to emphasize their own teachings. In Japan, there is a traditional Buddhist flag (五色幕—goshikimaku) which has different colors but is sometimes merged with the design of the international flag to represent international cooperation. The five colors of the Japanese Buddhist flag represent the Five Wisdom Buddhas, or alternately the colors of the Buddha's hair. The Jodo Shinshu sect in Japan replaces the orange stripe with pink. In Tibet, the colours of the stripes represent the different colours of Buddhist robes united in one banner. Tibetan monastic robes are maroon, so the orange stripes in the original design are often replaced with maroon. Tibetan Buddhists in Nepal replace the orange stripes with plum stripes. Soka Gakkai uses a tricolor of blue, yellow, and red. Theravada Buddhists in Burma replace orange with pink, the color of the robe of the country's nuns. Theravada Buddhists in Thailand opt the usage of a yellow flag with a red Dharmacakra; it is sometimes paired with the international Buddhist flag. 🕉️ ☸️ What do you do inside a Buddhist temple?People go to the temple to worship the image of Buddha. Worshippers usually sit on the floor barefoot. Worshippers give offerings to Buddha such as flowers or candles. Worship is led by monks and is mostly meditation and chanting. 🕉️ ☸️ What are the 7 rules of Buddhism?The Seven Factors of Awakening are seven mental capacities on which Buddhist tradition places significant value. Known within the religion as “inner wealth”. These 7 Factors are:
🕉️ ☸️  Can Buddhist celebrate Christmas?Contrary to popular belief, many Buddhists do participate in the holiday season. Among Asian American Buddhists, three-quarters celebrate Christmas. On Dec. 8, some Buddhists also observe Bodhi Day, which marks when the Buddha reached enlightenment. Christmas is an annual festival celebrated in order to commemorate the birth of Lord Jesus. So Christmas is associated with Christianity or Lord Jesus. So people wonder whether Buddhists celebrate Christmas or not. Many Buddhists have believed that Jesus was a High Bodhisattva and he was a manifestation of Enlighten mind. There was long lost evidence that Jesus had traveled to East and learned Buddhism. As you all know the traditional Christmas message "Peace to Earth –Goodwill to All", this message is similar to what Buddhist learns who share the common thread of peace, love, kindness to other, care for other. So generally Buddhists celebrate Christmas but not in Christianity way. They have their own way to celebrate Christmas. So Buddhists often see Jesus as an avatar of being blessed to our beloved Earth. As most of us have seen popular TV serial Simpsons, in the "She of little Faith" episode, Lisa convert to Buddhism another character Reverend Timothy Lovejoy, minister of the first church of Springfield tried to convince to dissuade her from Buddhism by saying that she can't celebrate Christmas because Santa doesn’t leave gifts under Bodhi Tree. But Richard Gere makes it right by stating that Buddhists believe in all religion that is found in love and compassion and kindness to others. 🕉️ ☸️ What is forbidden for a monk?Monks are forbidden to divine either good fortune or future tragedy by observing heavenly omens, thereby deceiving both the tennō and the people. They are also forbidden to possess and study military tracts; to commit murder, rape, robbery or other crimes; and to feign enlightenment. 🕉️ ☸️ Why do Buddhist monks wear orange?It is a sacred color in many Eastern religions. Hindu and Buddhist monks wear orange robes, and in Hinduism, orange represents fire and therefore purity; impurities are burned in fire. 🕉️ ☸️ How do the Buddhist pray?🕉️ ☸️ What days do Buddhists worship?Buddhist Celebrations:
🕉️ ☸️ How do Buddhists say thank you?Sādhu (Pali word) 🕉️ ☸️ What does a white string on your wrist mean?During the Baci ceremony, a white (symbolizes purity) thread of silk or cotton is tied on the right hand wrist of the individual who is being wished for his well-being and good luck and also around the wrists of all guests who assemble to wish a person.  During the Baci ceremony, a white (symbolizes purity) thread of silk or cotton is tied on the right hand wrist of the individual who is being wished for his well-being and good luck and also around the wrists of all guests who assemble to wish a person. 🕉️ ☸️ What is forbidden for Buddhist?They constitute the basic code of ethics to be respected by lay followers of Buddhism. The precepts are commitments to abstain from:
🕉️ ☸️  Can Buddhists drink coffee?There is no rule for forbidden to drink coffee in Patimokkha. Patimokkha is the basic code of discipline, consisting of 227 rules for fully ordained monks. (and don’t forget, in the time of Buddha era, there is no coffee in india (locate at nepal in modern time) yet.  Or if you want to interpret Patimokkha by concept not by literally. rule that should apply in this case is “Refrain from intoxicating drink and drugs which lead to carelessness” (in Pali language use word “Alcoholic drink and substance that led to loss consciousness or drunk, boozy” )  Theravada Buddhists tend to believe that consuming too much caffeine can lead to physical discomfort and distraction from spiritual practice while Mahayana Buddhists generally view moderate consumption of coffee as an acceptable part of daily life. There are even certain Zen Buddhist sects who encourage their members to enjoy a cup of coffee as part of their meditation routine! Though opinions vary from one Buddhist tradition to another, there are several key reasons why some practitioners may choose to abstain from drinking coffee altogether.  First, caffeine can disrupt sleep patterns which can negatively affect overall health and wellness. Furthermore, excessive consumption of caffeine has been linked to anxiety and other mental health issues which can make meditative practices more difficult. Lastly, consuming large amounts of coffee can also lead to physical ailments such as headaches or digestive problems which could interfere with spiritual practice. Many Buddhists prefer not to consume coffee due to its potential side effects so they opt for other substitutes instead such as tea or herbal infusions like chamomile or rooibos. These drinks contain naturally occurring caffeine (or no caffeine at all) so they provide a gentle alternative for those looking for an energy boost without the jitters associated with higher levels of caffeine intake.  At the end of the day, whether or not a person consumes coffee comes down to personal preference and beliefs. While many Buddhists may abstain from drinking coffee due to its potential negative side effects, others may find that moderate consumption fits perfectly into their spiritual practice without any adverse effects whatsoever! Ultimately, each practitioner must decide what works best for them based on their own individual needs and circumstances. 🕉️ ☸️ Do Buddhists eat pork?Two of the world's leading religions, Judaism and Islam, forbid the eating of pork, while Buddhism has a tendency to turn its adherents toward vegetarianism, (but Buddha himself, vegetarian take pleasure in telling us, is supposed to have died from eating spoiled pork). 🕉️ ☸️ What are the five forbidden foods in Buddhism?Theravada and Mahayana: often do not eat meat and fish, some are vegan. Theravada and Mahayana from China and Vietnam: do not eat garlic, onion, chives, shallot or leek (five pungent spices – believed to increase one's sexual desire and anger) Tibetans: never eat fish, usually will not eat foul. 🕉️ ☸️  What to do your first time at a Buddhist temple?Buddhist Temple Etiquette:
🕉️ ☸️ How do you respectfully visit a Buddhist temple?QUICK TIPS TO RESPECTFULLY VISIT BUDDHIST TEMPLES✈︎ Take off your shoes + hats before entering any temple. ... ✈︎ Dress modestly. ... ✈︎ As I mentioned before respect the Buddha. ... ✈︎ Show respect for monks as well. ... ✈︎ Don't point. ... ✈︎ Make sure photos are allowed. ... ✈︎ Be generally respectful. ... ✈︎ Greet monks with a bow. 🕉️ ☸️ How should you behave when visiting a Buddhist temple?Key points to note are:
🕉️ ☸️  How do you say hello to a Buddhist?Namaste is often used in conjunction with the Anjali Mudra as a greeting, often between Buddhists, however it is equally correct to use Anjali Mudra with “Welcome” or the language of the person greeting or being greeted.  NAMASTE(nah-mas-tay) My soul honors your soul. I honor the place in you where the entire universe resides. I honor the light, love, truth, beauty and peace within you, because it is also within me. In sharing those things we are united, we are the same. WE ARE ONE.  NAMASTE MEANINGNamaste, sometimes called namaskar and namaskaram, is a customary Hindu non-contact manner of respectfully greeting and honouring a person or group, used at any time of day. It is found on the Indian subcontinent, and among the Nepalese and Indian diaspora.  THE TRUE MEANING OF NAMASTE“Nama means bow; as means I; and te means you,” says yoga teacher Aadil Palkhivala. “Therefore, namaste literally means 'bow me you' or 'I bow to you. '” The “Divine in you” interpretation comes from the Hindu belief that God resides in everyone, so any person you greet deserves respect. 🕉️ ☸️ What is the most sacred object in Buddhism?The vajra (Tibetan: Dorjie) and bell (Sanskrit: ghanta; Tibetan: drilbu) are the most important ritual objects of Tibetan Buddhism. 🕉️ ☸️ 🕉️ ☸️ 🕉️ ☸️ What are the 3 main beliefs of Buddhism?Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion that is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama. The main principles of this belief system are karma, rebirth, and impermanence. Buddhists believe that life is full of suffering, but that suffering can be overcome by attaining enlightenment. 🕉️ ☸️ What is disrespectful to Buddhism?Do not place images or statues of Buddha as if they were furniture or decorative objects. Don't place a Buddha statue in the middle of a table. Don't place a Buddha statue in the toilet. Don't place Buddha statues in bars or restaurants. 🕉️ ☸️ What are the six rules of Buddha?The Buddhadharma for beginners is no fighting, no greed, no seeking, no selfishness, no pursuing personal advantage, and no lying. If you can remember these six great guidelines, you can become a Buddha and then some. 🕉️ ☸️ What are 5 basic beliefs of Buddhism?The Five Precepts:
🕉️ ☸️ What do Buddhists believe in?Similar to Hinduism, Buddhists believe in karma and reincarnation to the point of ceasing to exist. This is the chief aim of Buddhists and is called Nirvana, an enlightened state that is free from desire. Nirvana is achieved by continually seeking and eventually accomplishing self-perfection. 🕉️ ☸️ What are the 10 sins in Buddhism?They are the three physical evils of killing, stealing, and sexual misconduct; the four verbal evils of lying, flattery or indiscriminate and irresponsible speech, defamation, and duplicity; and the three mental evils of greed, anger, and foolishness or the holding of mistaken views. 🕉️ ☸️ What are the biggest sins in Buddhism?The offences are:
🕉️ ☸️ How do I start a Buddhist lifestyle?Buddhism for Beginners
🕉️ ☸️ What is the Buddhist lifestyle?The 'Middle Way' is the Buddhist way of life; a self-development progression through the Noble Eight-fold Path which comprises Right Understanding, Right Thought, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration. 🕉️ ☸️
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