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Sera SONGWhen and where did you begin this sport?
She began fencing at junior high school in Geumsan County, Republic of Korea.
Why this sport?
Her physical education teacher suggested the sport to her.
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Gergely SIKLOSIWhen and where did you begin this sport?
He began fencing at age seven. "I was doing it for fun until around 14 when I beat the Hungarian No. 1 at that time, and realised that this is serious, for real."
Why this sport?
"When I first tried [fencing], I felt like 'this is me'. Fencing is not only about physical or technical capabilities, it's also about mind games. It's not the fastest or the strongest who wins. It's the one who can put the whole cake together."
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Lee KIEFERWhen and where did you begin this sport?
She began fencing at age six after watching her father fence at a local competition. "My siblings and I thought the sport was strange and interesting-appearing, so my dad started teaching us the basics in our empty dining room and taking us to a club twice a week that was 1.5 hours away from where we lived."
Why this sport?
She and her brother and sister followed their father, Steve Kiefer, into the sport. "Growing up my dad decided that he wanted to take up fencing again. He hadn't picked up a foil in 10 or 15 years, and me and my siblings watched him compete at a local tournament. Then he asked if we wanted to try it, and we said yes. Twenty years later I'm still doing it."
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Chun Yin Ryan CHOIWhen and where did you begin this sport?
He began fencing in grade four of primary school.
Why this sport?
His mother forced him to go to a fencing lesson. "I didn't really want to go, but my mother made me because it was run by a friend of hers and they wanted more students. But, after the class, I loved it and wanted to continue."
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Misaki EMURAWhen and where did you begin this sport?
She began fencing at age nine.
Why this sport?
She was encouraged to try the sport by her parents, and went to a fencing class where her father coached. She took up foil in grade three of primary school, but competed in sabre at a competition which had a prize of a jigsaw puzzle. She then switched to sabre before starting middle school.
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Jean-Philippe PATRICELearn more→Results & Competitions
Latest Results
| Competition | Date | Weapon | Gender | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medellín | 2026-05-08 | epee | M | |
| Istanbul | 2026-05-03 | foil | F | |
| Istanbul | 2026-05-03 | foil | M | |
| Incheon | 2026-05-02 | sabre | F | |
| Incheon | 2026-05-01 | sabre | M |
Upcoming Competitions
| Competition | Date | Weapon | Gender | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medellín | 2026-05-09 | epee | F | |
| Shanghai | 2026-05-15 | foil | M | |
| Shanghai | 2026-05-16 | foil | F | |
| Cairo | 2026-05-22 | sabre | M | |
| St-Maur | 2026-05-22 | epee | F |
Below is an extensive guide covering the historical context, metaphysical importance, benefits of chanting, and how to find authentic digital texts of this powerful Buddhist sutta. The Origins of the Mahar Thamaya Thote
Because human eyes cannot perceive devas, the Buddha chanted the Maha Samaya Sutta to call out and catalog the names, lineages, and regions of all the visiting celestial groups—ranging from the Guardian Kings of the Four Quarters to powerful Nagas, Garudas, and Asuras. Structural Analysis of the Text
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The longest portion of the text, listing Earth-bound deities, Mountain spirits, the Four Heavenly Kings (Dhatarattha, Virulhaka, Virupakkha, and Kuvera), Asuras, Yakkhas, and various tiers of Brahmas. mahar thamaya thote pdf
Consistency is more important than the length of your practice. Here’s a simple structure:
The Mahāsamaya Sutta and its related texts are not just for scholarly study. In the living Buddhist tradition, they serve multiple vital functions:
Mahar keeps a quiet gate where dusk folds into earth, A path of mango shadows hums the memory of mirth. He waters secret stories under lanterns made of skin, Each drop a small confession, each leaf a tucked-in hymn. Below is an extensive guide covering the historical
Pali words in the Sutta are multi-syllabic and rhythmically complex. Use an "A-Than-Htwat" guide to ensure proper tone and rhythm, or play audio alongside your reading.
Explore general paritta phonetics through the Scribd Pa-Yate-Kyi 11 Thote Resource Guide . Tips for Reading and Practicing from the PDF
In traditional Buddhist practice, the Maha Samaya Sutta is classified under the Maha Pirit Potha (The Great Book of Protection). Having a digital PDF copy offers several distinct advantages for modern devotees: This link or copies made by others cannot be deleted
: It is frequently chanted as a "Paritta" (protective) chant to bring blessings, ward off negative influences, and foster peace within a community.
The Buddha addresses the monks and systematically names the vast hosts of spirits, earth deities, mountain-dwelling devas, and celestial kings who have arrived. This section acts as an ancient directory of the Buddhist cosmos, detailing regional rulers like the Four Heavenly Kings (Dhatarattha, Virulhaka, Virupakkha, and Kuvera) along with their massive entourages.
