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Buddhist Monastics

What are the prerequisites for becoming a monastic ?

Though parental consent is not imperative for a grown-up to become a monastic, it's important to talk it over with your parents so that, with their understanding, you can have peace as a monastic.

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Appropriate Ways of Giving

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