U Thukha - Mangala Sut

Religious scholar U Htay Hlaing

                                A mother's voice amidst the war of ideas

I would say that Saya Sukha's Mangal Sutta is even more excellent than the previous Metta Sutta. It can attract even those who are already well-versed in the Pali Pitaka and do not want to give up.

Before reading the Mangala Sutta (we cannot even begin to comprehend how much the 300 articles, more than 50 books, and more than 30 films written by Saya Sukha have contributed to the country and religion), we warmly welcomed him, saying, "A new pen has been added to the country and the religion." Because, as the saying goes, "The lamplighter is wrong in the middle of the hole" when writing and directing religious literature, even many experts in Pali literature rarely understand Buddhism clearly and clearly. No matter how much knowledge they have, they often "slip up" in writing the theory. (It is not surprising that they are poor while holding the great book of prosperity in their hands.) Saya Sukha deserves praise. He is also good at Buddhist literature. He is also good at theory.

His writings reflect the social knowledge he has gained over 70 years of experience in Buddhism, and they are still relevant today. They are also strong enough to be confidently memorized, listened to, and practiced.

The Mangal Sutta has been recited over the centuries, and five hundred and fifty Mahavinas and historical events have been documented in various forms. Sometimes it is even more than necessary, making it difficult to read. In particular, the Mangal Sutta that thoroughly conveys the inner essence and philosophy has been rare.

Saya Sukha's Mangala Sutta is not like that. Rather than focusing on the history of the story, it emphasizes ideology, especially morality and social issues. The hearts of all walks of life today are recorded in the Buddha's auspicious stone. It is very relevant to the times. It is a good read and listen to, one chapter at a time, while husbands and wives, children and grandchildren, sit together and talk in a relaxed circle.

In fact, it was only after Saya Thukha wrote it that Mangala Sutta became more prominent as a guide to family prosperity that every home should have. (Even he himself may have had a glimpse of why he was the only person to win 6 Academy Awards.)

(1) “Why is it said, ‘Evam me sutta’ = I, Ananda, heard this, even though the Venerable Ananda was not present when the Dhamma was preached?”

(2) Naturalistic observations such as "Should parents and teachers be placed in the same category as God or not?"

(3) “Is it bad to stop the evil, is it bad to stop the evil?” are some of the common Burmese studies.

(4) The narratives of the epics of the Pitaka are summarized in a concise manner, without being boring. The 4th, 5th, and 6th notes are also given in a proper manner... This shows not only the richness of the concept and general knowledge in Buddhist literature, but also the mastery of writing. (However, we do not need to praise the writing and debate.)

Today, Saya Sukha has an urgent message for society. "May the Mata Pitu Upathana (Putta Darasa Singhaha Mingala) be blessed." Saya Sukha sees many situations in today's society where "a mother is a son, a bad husband is a bad wife, a bad son is a bad mother."

Furthermore, in Saya Thukha's life, "mother" seems to be the most painful word. The "mother's voice," which he could no longer respond to, continued to resonate with him, louder and louder as he grew older. This is the dharma of grateful sons.

In fact, these two books, “Metta Sutta” and “Mingala Sutta,” are also “the gift of milk” for Saya Sukha.

Mingalar is a Pali word for the "technology of prosperity and well-being" that applies to all human beings. All human beings want to prosper. They want to be rich. They also work to prosper. They also work to be rich. There is no one who makes people poor. They work to prosper and well-being, but there are hardly any who prosper and well-being, and only those who suffer are around the world. The reason is that they do not grasp the fundamental point of life: "How do we think and act to prosper and well-being?"

Since the time when humans first appeared on Earth, they have thought of their own ideas, beliefs, and ways to grow and prosper as they understood them when they arrived in Bago (Pago). They have practiced them. They have expressed them. Are they human beings? Or not. The gods and Brahmans have also developed and practiced the same methods, and the methods of growth and prosperity that are completely different from each other. Since they are not real, one person has created them, the other has beaten them and they have become a blessing. The great war of philosophy between humans and gods and Brahmans lasted for 12 years. (Is it over now?)

This is a reflection of Saya Thukha's unique ability to connect the background history of the Mingalar movement, from the Mingalar beliefs of early humans to the Mingalar beliefs of today's scientifically advanced Americans, with the idea of ​​"Mingalar" as the basis for prosperity.

When all is said and done, the Mangala Sutta, which was explained and explained by the Buddha, clearly shows how much respect every human being deserves, regardless of race, religion, or age. Even if we search for something new every time, we will not be able to find fish because the water is too deep.

"Write a love letter to the great king in English and send it to the United States."

"You can't predict how the audience will applaud and cheer as the world missionary, Taung Pulu Sayadaw, who is being honored and encouraged on his second visit to the United States, reads this auspicious Sutta."

Among those voices, you can also hear the loudest and sweetest voice from somewhere in the air... "So, mother, it was worth giving birth to my son, Sadhu... Sadhu.. Sadhu.. May my son be healthy and serve the nation and religion."

Greetings to all mankind...

Religious scholar U Htay Hlaing

  Min Yu Wai

                                              Special book

The Mangal Sutta plays a central role in Burmese culture and Burmese way of life. Burmese people live and behave according to the Mangal Sutta from birth to death. In fact, the Mangal Sutta is the most important of the Buddha's social teachings. It applies to all three ages, old, young, and old. It can benefit people of any age, any country, any race, any religion, and any class.

Therefore, the Mangala Sutta has been translated from the original Pali into many world languages, including Hindi, Sinhala, Burmese, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, English, German, and French. Different scholars have interpreted it differently.

In the world of Burmese literature, scholars have interpreted the Mangal Sutta in prose and poetry. Now, the great writer U Thu Kha has interpreted the Mangal Sutta in his own way, his own style, and his own wisdom and intelligence.

The guru, U Thukha, is 70 years old, and based on his 70 years of study and experience, he expounded the Vavaisasā. In expounding, the teacher also quotes from the Mahavina and the Rajyavina of the Buddha. He also quotes from the Vinaya Pitaka, Abhidhamma Pitaka, and Sutta Pitaka. He also quotes from the five Nikayas: the Digha Nikaya, the Majjhima Nikaya, the Samyutta Nikaya, the Anguttara Nikaya, and the Kuddaka Nikaya. He also quotes from the Dhammasataka and Lokaniti Kita. The book also presents excerpts from the teachings of venerable monks such as Sun Lun Sayadaw, Maha Si Sayadaw, Gandharon Sayadaw Ashin Janaka Bhiwamsa, Tipitakadhara Sayadaw U Wisittha Shara Bhiwamsa, etc. The book also presents excerpts from the writings of ancient and modern poets, from Maha Thila Wana, Maha Rattha Shara, and Manyan Sayadaw to Thakin Htin Taw Hmoing, Dagon U Tun Myint, Saya Tin Moe, Saya Tha Main Thaung.

From world proverbs and cartoons to the novel "Mother" by Russian writer Gorky, he also quotes and presents world literature. He also quotes and presents Myanmar, Burmese art, etc. In addition, Saya U Thu Kha quotes and presents personal experiences from his own experiences at home and abroad and personal experiences of his friends. He also presents his own views, thoughts, and ideas. It is surprisingly comprehensive. In presenting such auspicious Sutta from various perspectives, the teacher writes in the form of a conversation between two close friends. This discussion style is presented because he wants to freely present problems and issues that he would not dare to raise with monks and elders, to argue, argue, and find solutions. It is also to interest the readers. He also uses contemporary expressions to express himself in a touching way. Saya U Thu Kha is known for his use of eloquence. His novels and films are very good at using eloquence.

Now, it is written in a very elegant manner with a few words.

Saya U Thu Kha's "Mingala Sutta Ath-Daw" is a unique "special book". It can clearly explain the meaning and value of the Mingala Sutta Dhamma. It can also arouse the interest of the readers. Moreover, it is like an encyclopedia of knowledge, presenting a variety of related knowledge. This book is a very valuable "special book" not only for the youth of today, but also for the young and old.

I was a student at the National School, so I learned the Mangal Sutta from a young age. When I grew up, I also read and studied the Mangal Sutta opening books, which were opened in prose and poetry. Now, when I read Saya U Thukha's book "Mangala Sutta Opening", I understood the meaning of the Mangal Sutta more. I realized the value of the Mangal Sutta more. I felt the beauty of the Mangal Sutta more. In addition, I also gained a lot of knowledge and wisdom. Therefore, I am very grateful to Saya U Thukha. From this gratitude, I can see the teacher's dedication and efforts.

Min Yu Wai