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Phra Peter Suparo July 20, 2020June 12, 2022 Buddhism, Monk, Rehab, Thamkrabok

Debunking Monking Part III: the addict’s vow

Thamkrabok is disappointingly easy to get to for a questing hero. It lies a mere 60 miles from Bangkok, not

Phra Peter Suparo July 5, 2020June 12, 2022 Buddhism, drugs, Monk

Debunking Monking Part II: monk, drugs, Rock ‘n’ Roll

In the previous article, I discussed the impact on me of seeing Quang Duc on fire. Profound as that was,

Phra Peter Suparo June 13, 2020June 12, 2022 Buddhism, Burning Monk, Monk, Theravada

Debunking Monking Part I: what lures a Brit into Buddhism

Monks – what are they? What is this Buddhism thing they profess? What relevance does it have to Thai society?

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Thanapong Kengpaiboon, Didtita Simcharoen and PLUSSEVEN phototeam April 14, 2020June 12, 2022 Buddhism, Catholics, COVID-19, faith, islam, physical distancing, religion, religions, social distancing

A test of faith: how organised religions adapt in the age of distancing

As the Coronavirus pandemic is bringing about new normals to all aspects of life, individuals and communities struggle to adjust.