Some thoughts on:

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE BODIES AND THE BOARDS.

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A profitable business is a noble goal that every monk must take charge of. In that common cause, we can not ignore the fervent support of the lay followers at home - one of the disciples of the Buddha. From the time of the Buddha, the relationship between monks and nuns has become an indissoluble entity and has become an indispensable feature in the propagation of the Dharma.

However, in the face of the real situation, there are many inadequacies in this relationship, most clearly manifested by the interaction between the abbot and the self-employed; It is necessary to take a serious look at the nature of this relationship in order to find an optimal solution to guide the masses of Buddhists to the Dharma.

1. The positive points and limitations of a new abbot.

Abbot, who is the guardian and propaganda network of the Dharma of the Buddha (the legal imperialism, such as the diawrap). Indeed, it is not a simple task. The concept of "abbot" has a very broad domain, but in the conventional sense, it is an individual monk who is responsible for preserving and promoting a specific basis of Buddhism and the male lead. Buddhist women in that place, study the Dharma of the Buddha.

Thus, the abbot has a great responsibility in many aspects and must face also many difficulties. In order to accomplish this task, the monk must possess a certain level of professional knowledge, catechetical level as well as an intrinsic spiritual depth. The new abbots mentioned in this article basically met this requirement quite adequately. This is a great achievement from the church's personnel training strategy.

From the fact that the new abbot has a very sensitive ability, ready to approach, share with the masses of Buddhist adversity, difficult. They accept reality, do not be afraid, are afraid and even dare to set out bold guidelines and guidelines in the direction of the public education or social welfare programs at high local. There are many of our friends, who have been abducted in remote and isolated areas, have told us that they have to cope with the shortness of breath when they arrive at the pagoda. Someone has to take care of others. Not to mention, the children of disharmony, the bride and groom are not suitable, the child pain ... and countless echoes in the life of the Buddhist population that the abbot need to listen and share. Besides, Unplanned and unexpected work is something that the abbot needs to address. In spite of such a high level of work pressure, in the minds of the new abbots there is always joy, for the first time in their life they have directly contributed to giving to others something. blissfulness. Results from a factual survey have shown us this. Right now, it has been shown that positive things need to be acknowledged by the new monks in charge of the abbot. However, it is also the origin of this place, which reveals certain limitations. Results from a factual survey have shown us this. Right now, it has been shown that positive things need to be acknowledged by the new monks in charge of the abbot. However, it is also the origin of this place, which reveals certain limitations. Results from a factual survey have shown us this. Right now, it has been shown that positive things need to be acknowledged by the new monks in charge of the abbot. However, it is also the origin of this place, which reveals certain limitations.

First of all, it is because of age is not high, not accumulated many experiences in color, due to the theory that they approach on the path of learning is not close to reality, due to nature The youth is hasty, due to a lack of inner strength and countless other factors; The new abbot had certain incidents during the relationship with the Buddhist community represented by the household. It should be noted that the experience of life is never redundant, especially the experience of trade-offs and losses. There is much needed knowledge in everyday life that the picking up of them needs to be through experience. On the other hand, from theory to practice is not only confined in a few gangs but often far apart to inexperienced. To apply that knowledge,

A nuanced element of youth, it is tempered nature. This is an attitude that should not be, especially one who assumes the office of abbot. The grain needs to germinate, need to wait for the weather conditions, when the coast has not come do not force it. The profound contemplation of karmic theory and the attitude of "pacifist" is a necessary therapy to overcome the hurried nature. In some exceptions, such as those who stay in remote areas. In this place, it is the popularity, the reverence of the masses of Buddhists have inadvertently contributed to the "ego" for the new abbot. Listen to "teacher", "teacher" like that ... in many cases, the abbot seems to consider himself always the umbilical cord of the universe,

All of these restrictions have caused a disturbance in the relationship between the abbot and the masses of Buddhists; More specifically, where the most violent conflict is between the abbot and the self.

2. Self-cultivation - look from the sides

Derived from the basis of home-made positive direction. The chapel itself can be seen as a place of convergence of thoughts, aspirations, of the masses of Buddhists in a temple. They are responsible for the glory that is with the abbot, building a growing colon.

We have known, there are temples, although not the abbot, but Buddhist activities are guaranteed under the guidance of the self-management. This suggests that, to some extent, self-sufficiency still confirms a certain capacity.

However, to build, preserve and promote the temple through generations and practically the spiritual guidance for the masses of Buddhists is something that the household itself can not guarantee. Although, despite the knowledge of Buddhism, there is a lot of experience in life, it is possible to resolve in all situations but for the cause of the birth of the Dharma generally there are boundaries in the home. In which the household can hardly pass. It is easy to see that there is consistency between action and work, between our understanding and our ability to apply it to the real situation. That is not to mention the inner depth, the source of energy is indispensable to transform and lead people on the course of practice.

One of the inadequacies that must be mentioned is that there are many temples in remote areas, where seven times seven prayers are requested by the ecclesiastical level, but only in a few years, has repeatedly replaced many abbots. That led to a paradoxical notion: pagodas that have self-banquet the abbot is hard to stay in! This humorous paradox is still present in reality today in some places. So ask, what is the reason for the paradox?

The reasons are many and among the main reasons is that there is no sympathy, rhythm and clarification of the boundaries of function, authority and scope between abbot and self. There are many temples and banquets that seem to go beyond the lay line. They asked the abbot to do the same, put forth so many harsh, strict demands and forced the new abbot to do. At times, there are households that control the entire economic power of the temple, although the temple was appointed by the GH.

Another problem, there are some temples, self-banquet seems to dispose of the whole idea of ​​building expansion that does not seem to take care of the abbot's opinion. In this regard, even though the household itself is well-educated in architecture and construction, there is little research on Buddhist culture and, most important of all, When asked how many days they lived in an old house? Have they studied the specific nature of Buddhist architecture? And above all, the attitude of "hurdles" in the direction of advice - the opinion of the abbot. From time immemorial, we have found that these temples were built on the basis of this idea and more or less lost the specific culture of Buddhist architecture.

All of these have created a psychological, restrained, passive and sometimes easily arising frustration in the abusive person. It should also be said that this is the source of all disagreements that arise in the relationship between the abbot and the self.

1. Solutions to overcome.

• For self-management:

Be aware of your position as well as your role. By clearly defining the condition of ourselves - a layman with many constraints - we will strive to cultivate with all available power and to exploit our own strengths. Because, when the same living conditions, same learning situation, the board easily approached the people, the pieces need to be lifted and directed them back to the path. On the other hand, due to clearly identified personal position, based on spear, the law is behind the ranks; The best thing to do is to consult, discuss or ask for guidance from the abbot. And this is an effective way to prevent the sinful door from arising.

In some special cases such as the abbot is not solid, not have much practical experience in directing the Buddhist masses as well as the ability to design colon, the household must find clever ways to help you The abbot completes his work. The pole note is to consider, skilful in comments. More than that, the Humble Ban is someone close to the Dharma, at least the taste of liberation will permeate their thoughts and actions. Therefore, encountering cases where the abbot is so eager, conservative opinions, the guilt-tolerant ring, or silence as the dharma is a first temporary solution to link ties. Then, on a case by case basis, there is a specific solution. If done so, the name of the household will return to the true meaning of honor.

• For the abbot.

When accepting the abbot's job, the renunciator must clearly see the difficulty and complexity but the noble character of the task. To realize that the monk, the spiritual supporter of the Buddhist masses. However, it must be recognized that in order to fulfill all the requirements of the Buddhist masses, it is necessary to have a similar condition. Therefore, it is very necessary to listen, discuss with the PAP to find an optimal solution. In addition, the requirements of reality sometimes need to be experienced and the effect will be higher if combined with the deep spiritual evaluation. The principle of loving-kindness in this case has proved to be more valuable than ever. Because, once we are incarnated, we can enter into the lives of ordinary Buddhists; At that time, the perception of reality will be deeper,

The saying "as an abbot as a bride and a bride hundred" still has its relative value. By cultivating mindfulness regularly, the abbot easily merges with the beat of tens of thousands of hearts and easily grasp the thoughts and aspirations of all objects to meet. If the knowledge of catechism, life experience and other necessary knowledge is not sufficient, then it is necessary to arrange the time to complete. Self-complacent people are supported by everyone, the support is the risk of causing the deadlock will hit in the future. One more thing, when exposed to the masses of Buddhists, but directly as the household itself, whatever the situation, the spirit of harmony, flexibility will be the basis for an atmosphere of building and development. Avoid subjective cases and cling to your own views, although the point is somewhat reasonable. We also know, Many of the new abbots, who are so overbearing, have blindly protected their own views, have encountered unfortunate misunderstandings in their relationship with the proletariat. The problem of self-conquest through the practice of effort, along with the spirit of the market, learning and a gentle attitude of tolerance will be the material needed to create the unity of harmony. Abbot and bhikkhu self in the establishment of a strong colon.

Actually, this is a sensitive issue and not easy to explain in some pages. We just see these are the initial suggestions and the rest waiting for the sharing, the response of the people. END=NAM MO SAKYAMUNI BUDDHA.( 3 TIMES ).VIETNAMESE TRANSLATE ENGLISH BY=THICH CHAN TANH.THE MIND OF ENLIGHTENMENT.VIETNAMESE BUDDHIST NUN=GOLDEN LOTUS MONASTERY=AUSTRALIA,SYDNEY.16/3/2018.