The fourth day of summer retreat at Dong Cao pagoda

Response to the invitation from the Organizers of the summer retreat at Dong Cao pagoda, Junior Ven. Thich Tue Minh, Abbot of Chi Linh came to share a dharma talk to students on July 13th, 2019 (lunar June 11th, the year of the Pig)

In the sharing content, he mentioned the great factor in each of us. He said, the great person is not a strong and dynamic person, but a great person who always knows how to be humble to others, who does not bother others, always brings good things to others, who knows gratitude and repayment. He reminded them should practice as a great person through 4 elements:

1. There is love of home country.

2. Knowing respect for grandparents and parents.

3. Respecting teachers.

4. Being kind and gentle with friends.

His discourse gave all attendees many different emotions.

In the afternoon, the monk preached to participants the meaning and benefits of refuge to Three Jewels. Moreover, the monks instructed once more about the basic rules of the Buddha disciple such as how to hold their hands, prostrate and greet, then encourage them who remember spiritual ancestors, return refuge in the Three Jewels, practice, convert body and mind, renew ourselves.

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