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Life in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 14
Sathienpong Wanapok’s description of the Buddhist monk who kept ascetic practices but thought he was superior to others. Continue reading
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LIfe in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 13
A description by Sathienpong Wanapok of his life as a novice monk in Thailand, and the practice of chanting and keeping ascetic observances. Continue reading
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Life in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 11
A description by Sathienpong Wanapok of various duties that Buddhist monks are obliged to uphold, and the various illnesses that Buddhist novices were prone to succumb to. Continue reading
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Life in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 9
An account of the Buddhist monks at Wat Bahn Huay in Thailand preparing for the Vassa – the annual Rains Retreat. Continue reading
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Life in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 5
The fifth installment of Sathienpong Wannapok’s autobiography, describing the ageless monk. Continue reading
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Life in the Saffron Forest: Chapter 1
Life in the Saffron Forest An Autobiography by Sathienpong Wannapok Chapter 1 Please listen to my story. My name is Tai Tamtang. When I had finished fourth grade, my father was determined to have me complete a higher education and … Continue reading
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