Letter
from the Editor
Quang Duc
Homepage
Nowadays, the development of
computer technology, especially through that of the World Wide Web,
internet communication and the Super Information Highway, means we are all
connected through individual computers in a new kind of electronic
society. This activity has been effective in strengthening all
fields of human endeavour and it has created new ways of social
organization in which Buddhism cannot avoid being involved. This
electronic communications revolution is a natural progression that must be
embraced by Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion which has always adapted to
new discoveries and social changes. Now through modern technological
science, Buddhism is using this new media to communicate the Buddha’s
teachings into the world.
In this spirit, besides
constructing the Quang Duc Monastery, (a Vietnamese Buddhist and cultural
centre in the City of Moreland, Melbourne Australia), our Monastery
established the
www.quangduc.com
website in May 1999, the aim being to assist everyone to have an
easily accessible means to study Buddhism. It is hoped, that through the
teachings available on this website, that all will gain insight into
Buddhism and themselves towards relieving their suffering and in promoting
greater harmony everywhere. This website is bilingual being published in
both Vietnamese and English and was created and maintained by the
Venerable Thich Nguyen
Tang, the Vice Abbot of the Quang Duc monastery.
On the
www.quangduc.com
site you can find:
·
The Biography of The Most
Venerable Thich Quang Duc.
·
The life of Lord Buddha &
His Teachings
·
Buddhism throughout the
world, news & events on the establishing and developing of Buddhism on the
five continents. especially Buddhism in Vietnam
·
Buddhist scriptures
·
Buddhist concepts toward our
lives
·
Buddhist tales
·
Famous Buddhist People
·
The Meaning of being a
Vegetarian
·
Buddhism & women
·
Buddhist philosophy
·
Buddhist psychology
·
Buddhist sociology
·
Death and rebirth
·
The Buddha's birthday
·
The Parent's celebration
·
The Buddhist Lunar New Year
·
Buddhist temples in
Australia
·
Buddhist Poetry & Poets
·
Buddhist painting & Art
At the moment this website is still under development, and will be
constantly updated as a matter of course, there are many things to do. We
would appreciate any help that you may provide, particularly that of
practical skills such as word processing and layout of both Vietnamese and
English documents that can be posted on the site. Parents may assist in
encouraging their children to contribute to the site and positively effect
the promotion of Buddhism, to establish a moral and ethical foundation in
their lives.
This life is impermanent,
everything will rapidly change and all things seemingly constant will fade
away, nothing will be retained forever. However, positive and negative
Karma (the positive and negative actions you have performed in this and
past lives) will remain with you. Negative Karma will cause suffering and
turmoil in life, and positive Karma will provide you with peace and
happiness. Performing good actions benefits all and oneself as a happy
disposition is a healthy one, and this is communicated to others.
Taking time to perform useful
actions in the world is most important, all actions resonate across the
world and affection and peace need to be cultivated within and without.
All of us are the world, we do not live in isolation, it is imperative
then, that we act in improving and reflect this in our lives. When we are
happy so is the world and vice versa. Helping to bear the load and dealing
with difficulty in a positive manner can only improve things not the
contrary. Thinking of others is thinking of ourselves in the long run.
Being selfish and acting entirely in ones own self interest, without a
thought for others, splits and divides us from the common good. The fruit
of peace happens and glory will bloom, after you initiate this deep and
profound vow of action.
We appreciate any contributions,
support and assistance you can provide for the benefit of all beings. We
hope our web page will serve as a good friend of you personally and all
others in the realization of enlightenment in this busy life. Contact with
us in regards to anything you may be able to contribute may be made by
email
quangduc@quangduc.com,
by phone:
(61) 03 93573544,
fax:
(61) 03 93573600.
May the Lord Buddha bless all of
you and may all of you attain peace and happiness.
Yours
in Dharma,
Venerable Thich Tam Phuong,
Abbot of the Quang Duc Monastery
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[Editorial
Board]
