Siddhartha Gautama (563-483 BC) was the founder of Buddhism. Because the Buddhist scriptures were written hundreds of years after the life of Gautama, there are many critical problems in describing his life. The picture that arises from these scriptures, the Tripitaka, is as follows: Gautama was a prince in Northern India, sheltered by his father […]
Ever since the end of the 19th century Thai governments have tried to build a strong national identity based on ‘being Thai’. The emphasis on being Thai is so strong that it is very common to see people from other ethnic groups hide their background, especially when moving into the cities. At the same time […]
In all likelihood, thousands or even tens of thousands of Thai people are living in your home country. In some countries, notably Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Israel, the majority are male labourers. In other countries, mainly Western ones, the majority are Thai women who married someone from that country. Students also form a significant […]
If your church is interested in: – Knowing more about OMF Thailand’s ministry – Praying for missions in Thailand – Mobilising missionaries for Thailand – Partnering with us to reach Thailand You might want to invite one of our missionaries to your church. Often one or more missionaries will be on home assignment, and availabe […]
On Buddhism Alex Smith, A Christian Pocket’s Guide to Buddhism A former OMF Thailand missionary wrote a book that will help you understand and communciate effectively with your Buddhist friends. Keith Yandell & Harold Netland, Buddhism: A Christian Exploration and Appraisal An excellent introduction to the historical development of Buddhism, its teaching, and how Christians […]
Mission Network News: www.mnnonline.org OMF books: ukshop.omf.org OMF International: www.omf.org Partner organisations for the work in Thailand: Avante (Missão Evangélica Transcultural) (Portugese) Avant Ministries Kimon (sent to serve children) (Dutch) Send International SIM (Serving in Mission) TEAM (International Christian Missions) Other mission organisations in Thailand: CMA www.siammission.org WEC www.wec-thailand.org YWAM www.ywamthai.org Resources and information: eStar […]
