VOICED : Ir a Tailandia para ser monje

Thailand is famous for its beautiful beaches, but it also attracts Westerners seeking to become Buddhist monks. The monastic life offers freedom from worldly struggles but requires significant sacrifices. Influential mentors like Luang Po Sumedo, an American monk, highlight Buddhism's pragmatic and non-theistic appeal. However, the disciplined monastic life is challenging, with strict rules and isolation. Many monks eventually leave, though they value the experience. While tourists see Thailand as paradise, monks seek deeper enlightenment.

What is one reason Westerners are drawn to Thailand, aside from its beaches?

• To explore ancient ruins

• To learn Thai martial arts

• To become Buddhist monks

• To experience the local cuisine

Why did Luang Po Sumedo choose Buddhism?

• For its emphasis on rituals

• For its pragmatic nature

• For its theistic approach

• For its focus on meditation

What is a key aspect of Buddhism that attracts Western minds?

• Its requirement to believe in a deity

• Its focus on material wealth

• Its non-theistic approach

• Its complex rituals

What is one of the challenges faced by monks in Thailand?

• Learning the Thai language

• Following strict rules and isolation

• Adapting to the local climate

• Participating in daily markets

According to Phra Ajal, why do some foreign monks leave monastic life?

• They miss their families

• They seek financial gain

• They find it too challenging

• They want to travel more