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| − | Historically, during [[Buddha’s]] {{Wiki|era}}, discourses occurred in the forests in [[India]] whereby numerous [[people]] of different capacities assemble. Based on inherited records, the [[expedient means]] approach had been in use to expound the profound teachings towards [[virtue]] and [[ethical]] values to attain [[perfection of wisdom]] ([[Sanskrit]] : [[prajñāpāramitā]]).
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| − | In this {{Wiki|modern}} {{Wiki|era}}, the 3rd International conference "[[Buddhism]] & [[Australia]]" was held in {{Wiki|Trinity}} {{Wiki|College}} {{Wiki|University of Western Australia}}, {{Wiki|Perth}} on 6 and 7 February 2014. This annual [[Buddhist]] conference commenced with three welcome speeches. The first was by [[Master]] [[Vello Vaartnou]], the Head of [[Estonian Nyingma]] and founder of [[Buddhism]] & [[Australia]]. The second was spoken by Hon. Liz Behjat, representing Dr. M. Nahan (Citizenship and Multicultural Interests Minister). The third was by Mr. Peter Stuart, {{Wiki|Honorary}} Consulate of [[Mongolia]].
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| − | The presenters and attendees convene in {{Wiki|Western Australia}} from {{Wiki|America}}, [[India]], [[Myanmar]] and {{Wiki|Taiwan}}. Within [[Australia]], they travelled from {{Wiki|Melbourne}}, {{Wiki|Sydney}}, {{Wiki|Tasmania}} and {{Wiki|Perth}}. The participants came from diversified {{Wiki|cultural}} backgrounds whether as descendants of our {{Wiki|ancestors}}’ origin or migrants of the respective countries. I believe each and everyone who attended the international [[Buddhist]] conference came with an open [[mind]] towards an [[aspiration]] for [[higher knowledge]].
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| − | [[Buddhist]] conferences are inclined towards {{Wiki|academic}} research grounds, whereby there is an environment conducive for shared {{Wiki|learning}}. The presenters and audience come from backgrounds in the [[teaching]] professional, [[scholars]], Doctorate, PhD candidates, {{Wiki|university}} graduates, non-Buddhists, [[ordained]] [[Buddhist]] [[monks and nuns]], practitioners, {{Wiki|devotees}} and followers on the [[traditional]] and [[philosophical]] [[teachings of Buddha]]. During the conference, we had opportunities to express our [[views]] openly, share our research findings and enthusiastically raise questions to the presenters. The matters discussed relate to [[education]], politics, {{Wiki|social}} engagement, current affairs, and the influence of [[Buddhism]] in [[Australia]] in a multicultural context. The approaches in used were comparing and analysing, adapting to the needs of the {{Wiki|society}}, reconciling history with the {{Wiki|modern}} [[world]] while associating the [[thoughts]] of [[Buddha]] with the [[body]] and [[mind]].
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| − | We were all grateful to the organizer and coordinators for conducting this [[Buddhist]] conference in [[Australia]]. It was through Facebook (FB) which got me connected to this event. In addition, great thanks to the network providers of internet in this 21st century which has been our daily [[ritual]], providing us worldwide news from the media, electronic mails, {{Wiki|data}} and [[information]] for our research purposes.
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| − | At the end of the conference, the Chairperson, Ms Marju Broder awarded presenters with a {{Wiki|certificate}} of attendance. After the 2-day event, having established relationship with each other, we continued with our interaction with an outdoor sightseeing of the {{Wiki|University}} {{Wiki|Western Australia}} while sharing what we have benefited from the conference.
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| − | As this is an annual event, this International [[Buddhist]] conference in [[Australia]] provides opportunities to socialize and engage with others whilst also advancing our potentials. When we [[gather]], we observe, contribute and reflect. With the {{Wiki|modern}} [[world]] embracing in a multicultural environment, there are several potential research areas in [[relation]] to interpreting and [[transmission]] of [[Buddha’s]] discourses over different [[time]] periods.
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| − | [[Time]] passes, we farewell and wish each other well. With the [[Buddhist]] {{Wiki|concept}} of [[impermanence]], the next forthcoming 4th International [[Buddhist]] conference in year 2015 would soon come by. Once again, it requires an international ground of support, contribution and participation. For more details, please refer to http://www.buddhismandaustralia.com./
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| − | ==About Mengjee Foo ==
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| − | As a child I knew I had [[affinity]] with [[Buddha]] whenever I visit {{Wiki|Chinese}} [[temples]]. However, my [[interest]] in [[Buddhist]] {{Wiki|literature}} began in recent years as I wanted to know what is the [[truth]] and [[reality]].
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| − | In 1994, I took [[refuge]] in the [[Triple Gem]] ([[Buddha]], [[Dharma]] and [[Sangha]]) in [[Fo Guang Shan]] [[Buddhist]] Centre in {{Wiki|London}}. At that [[time]], I vaguely understood the significance of this [[refuge]] {{Wiki|ceremony}}. After my relocation to [[Australia]] in 2001, several years later, I undertook the [[five precepts]] which appear to me to be the basic [[moral]] values in [[life]] with [[Nan Tien Temple]], {{Wiki|Sydney}}. In 2010, I enrolled to pursue my studies at the Department of [[Buddhist studies]] with Fo Guang {{Wiki|University}}, {{Wiki|Taiwan}}. My research field of [[interest]] is towards the cycles of [[life]] and [[death]] in [[Buddhist cosmology]]. In 2013, I graduated with the [[Masters]] of [[Arts]].
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