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Rejoicing in the merit of others. Give appreciation and encouragement to those who perform good deeds. This act of appreciation and encouragement attracts support and help, instead of obstacles, from others. Extending merit to others. As we perform good deeds we channel the energy of our merit to others, including our loved ones. This is another form of giving. Receiving Dhamma teaching. Dhamma is the foundation for all moral principles and spiritual wisdom. It is through Dhamma that we get to know the Law of Karma, the cycles of rebirth, and the truth of nature. Giving Dhamma knowledge. By giving Dhamma knowledge, we are providing the moral foundation and spiritual guidance to others. Developing the Right Understanding. Avoiding the Wrong View; adopting the Right View; having the ability to tell right from wrong and good from bad. These ten good deeds can be summarized into three basic practices: Charitable giving (generosity) Keeping the Precepts (code of moral conduct) Cultivation of the mind (meditation) If you follow these three practices consistently, you will never run out of merit. Benefits of Having Done Good Deeds in the Past Having abundant means to do good deeds Enjoying the fruits of success Achieving happiness Having merit results to carry us through future lives