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    It is a rite of passage for Buddhist monks to burn these dots into their scalp as a sign of committing forever to the monastic lifestyle. In doing so, they give up worldly temptations for a lifetime of studying and practicing the Dharma. by: grace_loves_the_light Views[3035] After lunch, we grab pearl milk teas and just talk for a while. Fa Si answered all of my questions with wisdom and patience. At one point I said that it must be very tiring to come back lifetime after lifetime until enlightenment, according to Buddhist philosophies about reincarnation. She said, There are many different kinds of monks and nuns. Some prefer to spend all their time in private practice. Others, like Fa Si here, believe it is best to realize Dharma's teachings as a contributing member of society. She volunteers, teaches, and of course, uses a cell phone. by: grace_loves_the_light Views[1127] People in Taiwan show a natural reverence for Buddhist monks. They bow to Fa Si (  

    Photos: My Photo scholarship 2011 entry

    Saturday, 24 Sep 2011 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

     
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    There are many different kinds of monks and nuns. Some prefer to spend all their time in private practice. Others, like Fa Si here, believe it is best to realize Dharma's teachings as a contributing member of society. She volunteers, teaches, and of course, uses a cell phone.

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