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…มหาจุฬาลงกรณราชวิทยาลัย มหาวิทยาลัยสงฆ์แห่งชาติ 1. มหาวิทยาลัยมหาจุฬาลงกรณราชวิทยาลัย (สด จุฬาโสโร) 2. ลานธรรมายาสถานัล 3. พระมหาธรรมราชาเดย์ 4. มหาวิทยาลัยทรัพย์ 5. อาคารอาบน้ำ 60 ปี 6. องค์พระพุทธสถา…
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Buddhism in Plain English: A Practical Approach
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Buddhism in Plain English: A Practical Approach
…Pali terminology not explained in the body of the text consult the Reference Table of Pali Terms (p.235ff.). This terminology can be referred back to the text via the General Index (p.217ff.). In closi…
This book aims to make Buddhist scriptures accessible to beginners by presenting them in plain English while maintaining accuracy. It provides Pali terminology alongside translations and encourages re
Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta for Pursuers of Perfection
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Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta for Pursuers of Perfection
…Sutta 190 ● Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta: Content 193 ● Section 1: Extremes of Practice 193 ● Section 2: The Middle Way 196 ● Section 3: The Four Noble Truths 198 ● Section 4: The Outcome of the Sermon 2
This book explores the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta, a pivotal teaching in Buddhism that outlines the Middle Way and the Four Noble Truths. It addresses the extremes of practice and guides practitioner
The Buddha's Teachings on Right Livelihood and Moral Conduct
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The Buddha's Teachings on Right Livelihood and Moral Conduct
…ijja Sutta², the Buddha prohibits Buddhist laypeople from the following trades: 1. Selling weapons; 2. Selling people (as slaves); 3. Selling animals (live ones for slaughter); 4. Selling alcohol or dr…
This text discusses the Buddha's teachings on Right Livelihood, emphasizing the avoidance of 'low arts' such as fortune telling and the prohibition of harmful trades for monks and laypeople. In partic
Suffering During Birth: The Experiences of the Foetus
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Suffering During Birth: The Experiences of the Foetus
…ve skin, the experience is like being pierced by sharp needles. ¹. see Saṅkicca Jātaka (J.530)().v.261ff.)
This text delves into the intense suffering experienced by the foetus due to maternal actions, particularly when consuming spicy foods, causing skin irritations. It describes 'gabbha parihara mulaka d
The Four Absorptions in Meditation
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The Four Absorptions in Meditation
… [pīti] happiness [sukha] one-pointedness [ekaggatā] equanimity [upekkhā] 1st Absorption ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 2nd Absorption 3rd Absorption 4th Absorption
This text outlines the four absorptions in meditation, detailing the factors involved in each state. The First Absorption is characterized by five components: initial application of mind (vitakka), co
Understanding the Levels of Absorption in Meditation
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Understanding the Levels of Absorption in Meditation
… | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | | | 2nd Absorption | | ✔ …
This text outlines the five absorptions in meditation, detailing the factors involved in each stage, including joy, happiness, one-pointedness, and equanimity. Importantly, one-pointedness is a consis
The Tale of Sujāta and the Seven Types of Wives
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The Tale of Sujāta and the Seven Types of Wives
… asked Sujāta of the following seven sorts of wife: 1. A wife like an enemy [vadhaka samābhariyā]; 2. A wife like an robber [cori samābhariyā]; 3. A wife like an boss [ayā samābhariyā]; 4. A wife like…
This narrative recounts the tale of Sujāta, who, despite her wealth, was arrogant and disrespectful in her relationships. When invited by Aṇṭhapiṇḍika, the Buddha hears of her conflicts and uses the o
Teachings of the Buddha on Nobility and Right Action
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Teachings of the Buddha on Nobility and Right Action
… that is Right Action on the level of transcending evil by a mind that has attained stream-entry. 4.2 Abstention from Stealing Abstention from stealing on the level of the transcendental [lokuttara] pa…
In this text, the Buddha teaches that true nobility is defined by one's actions towards living beings. Ariya learns that harming others disqualifies him from being 'noble', resulting in his attainment
The Liberation and Enlightenment of Koññña
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The Liberation and Enlightenment of Koññña
…proclamation of the Catumahārājika deities, the deities of the Tavatimsa Heaven proclaimed the news 205
This text discusses Koññña's journey towards enlightenment through focusing his mind and understanding the Four Noble Truths. His liberation from the Cycle of Existence is emphasized, marking the sign
The Tathāgata and the Cycle of Enlightenment
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The Tathāgata and the Cycle of Enlightenment
… Benares, in the Deer Park of Isipatana, the Buddha has set in motion the supreme Wheel of the 214
In this text, the Buddha addresses monks, emphasizing that he has fully completed the three cycles of truth, which affirms his status as a fully self-enlightened Buddha. He claims that this enlightenm
The Proclamation of the Supreme Dhamma
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The Proclamation of the Supreme Dhamma
…e na va contemplative, deity, Mara or god or anyone in brahmāne va devena va mārena va the cosmos." 215
In this text, we witness the proclamation of the Dhamma that cannot be denied by any priest or god. The text details the reactions of different heavenly deities from the Catummaharajika to the Brahma
The Moment of Enlightenment
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The Moment of Enlightenment
…sa. Accordingly, from that time on “Kondañña” became better known by the title of “Aṅña-Kondañña”. 216
In a significant moment, a cry ascended to the Brahma-world, causing a tremor throughout the ten-thousand-fold cosmos and releasing a vast radiance that surpassed that of the deities. Bhagavā acknowle
Understanding Suffering and the Cycle of Existence
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Understanding Suffering and the Cycle of Existence
conditioning, stopping, Cessation of suffering 93-4 {metaphor, lion and Suffering as 51-2; suffering as 47 hunter 94); responsible for keeping conduct 145-6 being in cycle of rebirth 80; re…
This text delves into the nature of suffering, including its definitions and categorizations. It discusses the Cycle of Existence and how attachment leads to rebirth. The text highlights the importanc
Understanding Dhammakāya and Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Defilements in Meditation
deep meditation 114 defilement 122: different, for each inner body 135; of Angelic Body 135; of Dhammakāya Anāgāmi 137; of Dhammakāya…
The text provides an in-depth examination of the Dhammakāya concept, explaining various levels such as Dhammakāya Anāgāmi, Gotrabhu, and Sakidāgāmi. It discusses the nature of defilements and how arah
Understanding Nibbāna and the Noble Truths
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Understanding Nibbāna and the Noble Truths
…ood concentration 43, neither-perception-nor-non-perception, absorption of 193 nibbāna, anupadisesa 21, 112, 114; ayatana 21, 102, 112, 114; sa upādisesa 21, 112, 113-4 Nirvana (see also nibbāna) 113: …
This text delves into key concepts in Buddhist philosophy, particularly Nibbāna and the Noble Truths. It discusses the interrelation of teachings, the significance of practicing the Middle Way to atta
Exploring Key Buddhist Concepts and Practices
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Exploring Key Buddhist Concepts and Practices
Phramonkothpumuni: emphasises practice 12; explains "dhammikāya" and "āyatannibbāna" 102; founder of Dhammakāya Tradition 102; respected comm…
This text delves into various aspects of Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the teachings and practices associated with the Dhammakāya Tradition founded by Phra Mongkothpumuni. It highlights the signifi
Exploring Self-Mortification and Sensual Indulgence
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Exploring Self-Mortification and Sensual Indulgence
self-mortification 19, 27, 35-7, 103, causes lamentation 32; causes one 105, 194-5: dominates contemporainary spiritual thou…
This text discusses the concepts of self-mortification and sensual indulgence. It elaborates on the causes and consequences of self-mortification, which often leads to lamentation and spiritual harm.
Exploring Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhist Philosophy
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Exploring Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhist Philosophy
dying 58, 67-9, 199; of exposure to third absorption 129, 130, 131 hateful things 71-2; of illness, 12, thought, discursive, sense 96, 100 46, 57, 66-7, {m…
This text delves into the intricate themes of suffering and enlightenment within Buddhist teachings. It explores the various aspects of suffering, including its origins and manifestations, and the pat
Exploring Concepts of Wholesomeness and Worldliness in Buddhism
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Exploring Concepts of Wholesomeness and Worldliness in Buddhism
…untouchable caste 30 unwholesome: behaviour 111; livelihood 163-5; trade 163-5 unwholesomeness 123: Ten Paths of, 82-3 vengefulness 83, 135: intention to remove oneself from 151; preoccupation wi…
This text delves into fundamental Buddhist concepts including the nature of wholesomeness, the implications of worldly wealth, and the consequences of unwholesome behavior. The idea of the Universal M