Sixth day of Summer Retreat 2022 at Hoang Phap Pagoda

On the morning of July 25th, 2022, in which was the retreat’s sixth day; all students gathered at the Dharma wheel building to listen the topic "Bringing Love Back..." taught by Junior Thich An Dat, Deputy Director Board of Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in District 7; Abbot of Tinh Xa Ngoc Quy, District 7 and Lieu Quan Monastery, Dak Nong.

Love is the concept that is always mentioned the most, this word always makes people sobbing and being moved when thinking about it. Each of person's heart, there is always a love for a beloved one, group or community. Based on the Buddhist spirit, love is when we bring good things to others without limit; That is different from conditional, selfish love, so the relationship will not be sustainable.

By the Buddha's teachings, the monk shared with young people what establishes a complete, deep and lasting love.

1. Learning to love and take care of ourselves is a condition for loving others (positioning ourselves, forgiving our own mistakes, spending time reflecting on ourselves...)

2. Directing love to family, relatives (don't disturb parents,...)

3. Love, respect and help the people around us. (don't hurt them with speech, actions, thoughts,...)

In the afternoon, on blank pages, young participants had the opportunity to express their feelings, share thoughts about the path they chose, about the monks and nuns, about the retreat experience...

This writing competition has the theme of My way and is also the theme of this year's Summer Retreat. With this topic, monks hope they will have a quiet time to reflect on the road ahead, the path they have chosen. With the teachings from the Venerables and Lecturers, the listeners will plan themself to face difficulties, compliments or criticisms while still keeping calm and steady with what they choose. Let’s practice mindfulness and be aware of all actions, gestures, and words, especially using digital technology and social networks to limit dangers and mistakes, overcome adversity, and aim for the wide high sky.

All will be practical equipment for young learners to enter life confidently and firmly.

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