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The Buddhist Monks should learn English in Burma!

The Buddhist Monks should learn English in Burma!

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Started by Anonymous 19 years, 4 months ago
Dear Dhamma friends We would like to know your point of view that whether Budhhist Monks should learn English or not in Burma.Most of the monks in Burma can not learn English as a subject.Some monks can learn English only if they can study at the Buddhist Universities otherwise Burmese monks have no chance to learn.We would like to request state Sangha Mahanayaka(The head of monks)to allow the monks learning English officially. English Language is very important to spread Dhamma and to let know the world that Buddha´s teachings such es the four Brahmavihara which totally in need in the world, Metta(universal-love)Karuna(compassion)Mudita(Sympathy)Upekkha(Equanimity or Let to be) can bring peace for the world family.Especially Metta,the universal-love is the practice of non-violence which is wellknown word of the world but Metta has much more deeper meanings such es benevolence and Kind-heartedness then non-violence.There are a lot of such deep teachings in Buddhism but only Burmese and Pali Language we can not express and reveal the value of Buddha´s teachings to the world.Now a day many Burmese monks travelling from country to country and then they realize that how important english language is but still blocked Burma is not allow the monks to learn it.English is not any more dog language as conservative monks thinking but now international network tool.In around 1965 Mahagandayun Sayadaw,Ashin Janakabhivamsa the great monk for the peace said that for the new generation English will be in need in the world that´s why Burmese monk should learn it but now over 40 years already but Master´s word is not yet alive.Please sign if you support and agree our petition.We will send this to the state Sangha Mahanayaka and we will also collect letters from international Sangha´s opinion. Please sign Now! with Metta Monks English Learning Campaign

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March 30, 2007

The conversation surrounding this request continues to evolve as more of you share thoughts on the necessity of language as a bridge for the Dhamma. I am currently compiling your collective perspectives to present a clearer picture of why this shift is vital for our future outreach. Reflecting on your messages reminds me that this effort is about removing barriers for those who dedicate their lives to teaching peace.

March 30, 2007

Seeing this groundswell of agreement confirms that many people recognize the vital link between language and the spread of compassion. This progress suggests that the desire to share deep teachings with the world is a shared commitment that transcends local barriers.

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Min Bryant
19 years ago Featured

So many monks want to help the world but they get stuck because of these old rules. Please let them study.

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Aung Norton
19 years ago Featured

ENGLISH IS NOT A DOG LANGUAGE. Open your eyes. This is the 21st century.

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Elena Dunn
19 years ago Featured

The wisdom they have is so deep but it stays hidden if they cant talk to people outside of burma. Let them learn!

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Kyaw Mathis
19 years ago Featured

Its about time. The world needs to hear the dhamma in english and these monks are being held back for no reason.

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Thura Lane
19 years ago Featured

They should be able to speak to the world. Its common sense.

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Sarah Farah
19 years ago Featured

Learning other languages is just a tool for spreading peace. Why would anyone stop them from reaching more people?

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