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Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
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Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin
…with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resonate all the way to Nibbana. Cleanliness and responsibili…
Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
…งศคาย Sakyans; Saky clan กลิ่น (kasina) meditation device; ten meditation aids, consisting of earth, air, water, fire, blue, yellow, red, white, space, and light กิณฑ์ …
This text delves into the fundamental concept of kamma (karma) in Buddhism, emphasizing that every intentional action we perform leads to future consequences. The Buddha defines kamma as volition (cet
The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
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The Core Principles of Buddhist Living
Purity of livelihood (achivaparissuddhismavara): The main duties of monks are to study Dhamma, practice meditation, and teach the Dharma knowledge to the public. The daily subsistence of monks comes f
…nes that foster a sense of order and tranquility in life. The adherence to these practices not only aids personal peace but also contributes to harmonious communities.
Understanding Dhamma Through Meditation
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Understanding Dhamma Through Meditation
[cakkhu], knowing [ñāṇa], wisdom [paññā] and knowledge [vijjā]. The meditator will see the nature of the Dhamma (inner mental phenomena). According to the Lord Buddha’s advice to Vakkali “he who sees
This text discusses the concept of Dhamma and how meditation aids in understanding it. It illustrates the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing that one who truly see…
The Bodhisatta and the Traders
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The Bodhisatta and the Traders
The traders heard his saying, and cried--"We are going home, master!" joining their hands, and raising them respectfully to their foreheads. "Then climb up on my back," said the Bodhisatta. Thereat s
In this story, the Bodhisatta aids a group of traders, who respectfully climb onto his back to be safely transported home. Those who o…
Achieving Life Balance through Viveka
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Achieving Life Balance through Viveka
balancingly. 2) Citta Viveka or mental seclusion could be used for thought balance. It adjusts life to be contemplated in the right way, not being led by negative forces such as hindrances. Mental sec
The text discusses three types of Viveka: Citta Viveka for mental seclusion that aids in thought balance by avoiding negative influences, and Upadhi Viveka for extinguishing defilements…