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Death and Rebirth: A Reflection on Farewells
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Death and Rebirth: A Reflection on Farewells
Death & Rebirth The normal goodbye with dead people is just to put them in the hospital, then into the refrigerator and then put them into the earth; into the tomb. I don't know why that happens becau
ในเนื้อหานี้พูดถึงการเปลี่ยนแปลงในวิธีการจากลาของบุคคล โดยเน้นที่ประสบการณ์ในอดีตที่ผู้คนเคยมีในการจากลาที่บ้านและการไตร่ตรองความประพฤติในอดีตของตนก่อนที่จะเสียชีวิต ตอนนี้ทุกอย่างดูเป็นเรื่องแปลกและไ
The Burden of Wealth and Survival
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The Burden of Wealth and Survival
position, as he could fight or escape. Sodh’s survival instinct told him that he should switch his position from the helm to the front of the boat to avoid danger. So he ordered his crewman at the fro
The story follows Sodh, a boat owner who grapples with his conscience when faced with danger. Despite the risk to his life, he chooses to prioritize the safety of his crew, leading to a reflection on
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,
Journey to Joy: Inner Peace through Dhammakaya Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Inner Peace through Dhammakaya Meditation
Journey to Joy Beginning the Journey to Inner Peace with Basic Dhammakaya Meditation Start by adjusting your sitting position. If you sit on the floor, sit cross-legged, right leg over the left leg, r
Embark on the journey to inner peace with basic Dhammakaya meditation. Start by finding a comfortable sitting position, whether on the floor or chair, ensuring blood circulation and natural breathing.
Join a Meditation Retreat
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Join a Meditation Retreat
If you wish to join a meditation retreat or a short class in English, you are welcome to visit our meditation centers in the United States, Europe, and Asia or the Dhammakaya Temple in Thailand or cli
Join us for meditation retreats or classes across the globe. Visit our centers in the US, Europe, Asia, or the Dhammakaya Temple in Thailand. Experience the tranquil environment where thousands gather
The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
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The Elephant's Worth and Loyalty
Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S
In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal its powe
Understanding Family Problems: Addressing Alcoholism and Financial Struggles
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Understanding Family Problems: Addressing Alcoholism and Financial Struggles
Part Three: Problems Within the Family improve people's behavior and help bring the family back together again. Many children have faced the problem of seeing a parent drunk and/or belligerent. Once d
Part Three discusses common family problems, particularly focusing on the impact of parental alcoholism and financial issues. Children often feel helpless when a parent exhibits harmful behaviors due
The Growth of Good Deeds
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The Growth of Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text discusses how, similar to a banana plant that takes time to yield fruit, good deeds also require patience to bring forth favorable outcomes. It emphasizes that environmental conditions and s
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
12345 Chapter 33 Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand Once, I had the chance to observe a senior monk simplify the Five Precepts for the children. The writer was impressed with the
In this chapter, a senior monk teaches the Five Precepts in a simple manner suitable for children. The intention is to provide a guideline for parents to help their children understand these important
Listening with a Dharma Attitude
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Listening with a Dharma Attitude
Listening with a Dharma Attitude to build wealth, both materially and spiritually. In these rooms, we put all of our good habits that we have developed in the other rooms into practice. By being mind
การฟังด้วยทัศนคติทางธรรมะช่วยสร้างความมั่งคั่งทั้งในด้านวัตถุและจิตใจ โดยการปฏิบัติในสิ่งที่ดีที่เราได้พัฒนา เราเรียนรู้การใช้ประสาทสัมผัสทั้งห้าและการแสดงออกที่เหมาะสม ซึ่งไม่เพียงแต่ทำให้เราเป็นนักเ
Honorific Plaques Awarded to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Honorific Plaques Awarded to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
Honorific Plaque from Senate Offered on 23rd February 2005 This award offered to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo is from the generosity of the Dhammakaya Foundation donating relief materials to Tsunami victims
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo received honors for his charitable acts, including relief efforts for Tsunami victims through the Dhammakaya Foundation, promoting unity among Thais and foreigners. He was awarde
Journey of Spiritual Growth at YUWA CAMP
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Journey of Spiritual Growth at YUWA CAMP
experience began at 8 at YUWA CAMP. With great happiness, she could see the crystal ball as big as a football and as bright as the mid-noon sun at the center of her body. It was larger and covered her
This narrative follows a young girl whose life transforms after attending YUWA CAMP at the age of 8. She experiences a vivid connection to a crystal ball symbolizing her inner self, which leads to dai
Exploration of Pāli Manuscripts in Laos
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Exploration of Pāli Manuscripts in Laos
The journal begins with Anatole-Roger Peltier's article on his investigations of a wooden chest containing palm-leaf manuscripts that were recently discovered in a cave in the Khammouan province of La
This journal features an article by Anatole-Roger Peltier on a wooden chest containing palm-leaf manuscripts found in Laos. The texts, dated to the sixteenth century, reveal their roots in the Pāli ca
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
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Suzanne Jeffrey We have taken up an hour of his time. "Remember," He says, "Center of center." He raises his eyebrows, looking at me with a half smile. "I know," I say, "I know. Center of Center," s
Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
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Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
Let everything go. Let your mind be joyful, relaxed, and free from all worry. Then breathe normally. Relax every muscle in your body. Start to relax from the top of your head, down to your forehead. R
This text provides a step-by-step approach to achieving complete relaxation and a joyful, clear mind. It encourages letting go of worries and tension in the body, leading to a state of lightness and e
Achieving Stillness in Meditation
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Achieving Stillness in Meditation
Once your mind is completely still, it will drop the words, "Samma Arahang" or "clear and bright" by itself, as if you are forgetting to recite this mantra, or feel that you don't want to recite the m
This text outlines the process of achieving a state of complete stillness during meditation. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of verbal mantras and instead focusing on a vision of a bright c
Understanding Perception and Existence
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Understanding Perception and Existence
He has sight and there are forms, but the organ does not perceive them ; he has hearing and there are sounds, but the organ does not perceive them ; he has smell and there are odours, but the organ do
This text discusses the idea that while humans have sensory organs for sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, these organs do not necessarily imply the perception of a broader reality. The speaker, Ma
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
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
flower or something wholesome that you can easily remember.] is located inside at the center of the body. Maybe you will find you can imagine nothing, but later you will be able to visualize or even s
This text provides practical steps for maintaining focus during meditation, emphasizing the importance of balance and gentle effort. It suggests using a mantra, 'Samma-Araham', to stabilize the mind a