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During the 3rd ATBU Conference, participants will be expected to become mentally and physically prepared to discuss matters in topographical sessions of their specialization or interest – or where they can be the most effective or are open to learn new ideas. Here are the five workshops designed for the conference, followed by a brief description of the guidelines and expected results: |
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The Somdejphrasankkharaj Foundation gave scholarships to monks. Mahamakut Buddhist University, Bangkok- Pramahapaithoon ruchimito, deputy rector for information department of Mahamakut Buddhist University revealed that The Somdejphrasankkharaj Foundation in Wat Rajborpitsathitmahasimaram , Bangkok , invited monks and educational institutions on 2 March 2006 to receive the scholarships, worth 870,000 baht, according to a local newspaper. |
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The Sangha Supreme Council did not allow monks and novices to participate in the demonstration . Mahamakut Buddhist University , Bangkok- The Sangha Supreme Council 's spokesmonk Prathamakittimethi said on 10 March 2006 that chairman Praputthachan of the committee acting for the patriarch did not allow all monks and novices to participate in the demonstration, a local newspaper said. |
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In almost every place in the world there is conflict unrest and rebellion, revolt against law and order and consequential unhappiness and misery. Moreover, there is war in the minds of many, even among those not actually engaged in fighting. This does not exclude Buddhist countries. Recently, Oxford University Press published a book entitled Buddhist Warfare, edited by two American professors of religious studies and sociology - Michael Jerryson and Mark Juergensmeyer. They write in the beginning: