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Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
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Understanding Dhammakaya Meditation
DHAMMAKAYA MEDITATION Dhammakaya meditation is an approach to Buddhist meditation revived in the early 1900s and practiced by millions of people all over the world. It was described by its founder Ph
Dhammakaya meditation is a significant form of Buddhist meditation revived in the early 1900s by Phramongkolthepmuni. It involves focusing attention on a point two finger breaths above the navel, allo
Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
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Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
Having thought more about that, and I returned to my simple monks' quarters (kuti), I felt I had no time to rest. I immediately started meditating with diligence. After I finished meditating, I studie
บทความนี้สำรวจความหมายและที่มาของประเพณีการใส่บาตรในประเทศไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการให้ และทำไมไม่นักบวชควรจะเป็นฝ่ายแสดงความขอบคุณผ่านการไหว้ให้กับญาติโยม และความรู้ที่มอบให้จะมีค่ากว่าทรัพย
Caring for Your Preceptor (Upatthāka)
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Caring for Your Preceptor (Upatthāka)
Caring for Your Preceptor (upatthāka) Your preceptor is one whom you owe much. Your preceptor spends countless hours instructing you on the ways of the Dhamma tirelessly. You should express your grat
Caring for your preceptor is essential as they dedicate countless hours to your education in the Dhamma. Expressing gratitude by respecting and assisting them can yield significant personal benefits,
Unlocking Meditation Potential
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Unlocking Meditation Potential
By deepening our meditation until our mind comes to a standstill we can unlock the potential and unused ability within. We maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness for ourselves bringing conte
Through deep meditation, we can tap into our untapped abilities and maintain a balance of mindfulness and happiness, enriching our lives in ways other techniques can’t. This guide introduces the effec
The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
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The Charismatic Teachings of Luang Por
Here is the extracted text from the image: Foreword In an attempt to give an insight into the charismatic approach and character of Luang Por, when confronted challenged by a question, even a questio
This text highlights Luang Por's charismatic teaching style, characterized by engaging, personal anecdotes and direct communication. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own learning be
The Cycle of Life and Kamma
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The Cycle of Life and Kamma
lifetime without being able to do anything to promote their life's quality. This is quite difficult to understand so just be aware that animal is another form of punishment a human can be born into ba
This text examines the profound relationship between Kamma and human existence, illustrating how individuals might find themselves in cycles of rebirth based on their actions. It delves into how our b
Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
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Understanding True Education and the Role of Kilesa
to refrain from involvement with bad company by keeping the company of true friends and fulfilling other's duty towards each other. TRUE EDUCATION Education is, in fact, to explore ourselves and find
การศึกษาที่แท้จริงคือการสำรวจตัวเองและเข้าใจข้อบกพร่องของเรา การศึกษาเพื่อแก้ไขการกระทำที่ไม่ดีและสร้างกรรมดีช่วยให้ลดทุกข์ในชีวิตได้ โดยมีการจัดการที่เหมาะสมเพื่อยกระดับศีลธรรมและความรับผิดชอบในสังคม
Cultivating Good Habits in Education
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Cultivating Good Habits in Education
Teacher should remind themselves often that only good habits cultivate progress in academic and moral knowledge. Right Thought — About Human Survival, Livelihood and Interaction Right thought comes fr
ในบทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการปลูกฝังนิสัยดีในด้านการศึกษาและจริยธรรมสำหรับครูและนักเรียน ครูควรเตือนตัวเองเสมอว่านิสัยดีจะช่วยพัฒนาความรู้ทั้งด้านวิชาการและจริยธรรม การพูดและการกระทำที่ถูกต้องเริ
Meditation Techniques for Centering the Mind
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Meditation Techniques for Centering the Mind
4. Maintain your mind at the center of the body all the time: Even after having finished your formal sitting, maintain your mind at the center of the body the whole of the time. No matter whether you
This meditation guide emphasizes the importance of centering your mind at the body's center at all times. Practitioners should continue to repeat the mantra 'Samma-Araham' and bring all arising though
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
Digest from speech of Ven. Chuon Bunsim Head Office of Pedadogy of the General Inspection for National Buddhist Education of the Kingdom of Cambodia The History of Buddhism and the Revival of Cambodi
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
Empowering Yourself: The Journey to Self-Reliance
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Empowering Yourself: The Journey to Self-Reliance
3. SAVE YOURSELF FIRST We are like a small, helpless baby bird vulnerable to dangers. Save yourself from danger before thinking and worrying about saving others. After I left home, I never looked back
This text emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing oneself before assisting others, likening individuals to vulnerable creatures that must first ensure their own safety. It recounts personal experienc
Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
92. ACQUIRE BOTH MUNDANE & TRANSCENDENTAL MERITS Addressing someone who wanted only to meditate and not participate in any mundane chores: I acquire all forms of merit, mundane and transcendental. Mun
The text discusses the balance between mundane and transcendental merits in personal growth and meditation practice. Mundane merit is achieved through good deeds which contribute to self-development,
Wishes Come Through and the Importance of Merit
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Wishes Come Through and the Importance of Merit
103. WISHES COME THROUGH I made the following resolution while leaving a robe-offering ceremony to monks on the occasion of the Magha Puja Day® in which I was the ceremonial leader. Bring your mind to
The text reflects on the practice of making merit during the Magha Puja Day, emphasizing the importance of intention in offerings. It conveys that merit can be shared and received by others, and the o
Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
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Building Up Merit and Understanding Transience
109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo
In this text, the author emphasizes the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retre
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl
Meditation: The Half-Lotus Posture Guide
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Meditation: The Half-Lotus Posture Guide
Step-by-step instructions 1. The sitting posture, which has been found to be the most conducive for meditation, is the half-lotus position. Sit upright with your back straight, cross-legged with your
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on adopting the half-lotus position for meditation. Start by sitting upright with a comfortable cushion and cross-legged stance, ensuring proper breathing
Meditation Techniques for Calm and Clarity
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Meditation Techniques for Calm and Clarity
way, until you feel as if your whole body seems to be filled with tiny particles of goodness; 3. *Sit for meditation, relaxing body and mind:* Sit in the half-lotus position, upright with your back
This text provides a comprehensive guide for meditation, emphasizing relaxation of body and mind through the half-lotus position. It highlights the importance of visualizing a crystal ball at the cent
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
4. Feel that your body is an empty space, without organs, muscles or tissues. Gently and contentedly rest your attention at a point near the seventh base of the mind at the center of the body. Whateve
This text provides guidance on meditation practices that help practitioners focus their minds and achieve deeper states of inner peace. The method involves visualizing a crystal ball at the center of
จุดศูนย์กลางของร่างกาย
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จุดศูนย์กลางของร่างกาย
คือกลางตัว ตรงกับ สะดือ แต่อยู่ภายใน at the meeting point of an imaginary line between the navel through the back and the line between the two sides ฐานที่ 7 ถอยหลังกลับขึ้นมาเหนือสะดือประมาณ 2 นิ้ว ใ
บทความนี้พูดถึงจุดศูนย์กลางของร่างกายที่อยู่เหนือสะดือประมาณ 2 นิ้ว โดยเทียบเคียงกับรายละเอียดการฝึกสมาธิแบบอานาปานสติ จุดนี้ถือเป็นจุดที่สำคัญซึ่งช่วยให้จิตใจหยุดนิ่งและสร้างความสงบสุขในใจ การทำความเ
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
This text outlines the essential duties and practices of Buddhist monks focusing on livelihood, moderation, and core principles of Buddhism. Monks dedicate themselves to studying Dhamma, meditating, a