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The Life of Koṇḍañña and His Journey to Enlightenment
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The Life of Koṇḍañña and His Journey to Enlightenment
…ha” [Sammā Sambuddho] who had attained something never before known. Furthermore, a large number of Brahmās were able to attain the fruit of “stream-entry” at the moment the Buddha completed his teaching of …
…alidating the Buddha's status as the Fully Self-Enlightened One. This momentous event also led many Brahmās, considered high attainments in other traditions, to realize 'stream-entry' upon the Buddha's teach…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
sota viṁñāṇa (auditory consciousness: see sense consciousness) Subhakinhā (P. realm of Brahmās with a steady aura: see form Brahmā realms) Suddassā (P. realm of the Brahmās who are beautiful: se…
…nd cosmological views within the Buddhist tradition. Some notable entries include the realms of the Brahmās and the laws governing existence, which illustrate the intricate beliefs surrounding meditation and…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
Akiṇiṭṭhā (P. Realm of Supreme anurakkhāṇa-paddhāṇa (maintre Brahmas: see form Brahmā akusalahamma (see unwhole- anusayā (see subtle defilements) someness) apilapanasati (see monitoring as- alābha (se
This glossary provides definitions and explanations of essential Buddhist terms, including various realms, states of mind, and notable figures. Key concepts such as Anāgamī (non-returner), anatta (not
Understanding Ascetic Practices and the Pursuit of Brahmā Realms
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Understanding Ascetic Practices and the Pursuit of Brahmā Realms
The ascetics who subscribe to this dogma and who have developed a certain degree of meditation, may acquire the ability to recollect their previous lives and will know what form they had taken in prev
Ascetics who follow specific dogmas may recollect their past lives and aspire to be reborn in the Form-Brahmā world, striving for the Ultimate Truth. They believe that by enhancing their meditation pr
Understanding Craving in Buddhism
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Understanding Craving in Buddhism
…Brahmā World are the origins of all the suffering connected with rebirth in the Spheres of the Form-Brahmās and the Formless-Brahmās respectively. It is for this reason that craving is explained as being the…
This text delves into the Buddhist concept of craving, specifically how its pursuit influences rebirth and suffering. It discusses the misinterpretation by ascetics aiming for the Formless Brahmā real
The Path to Sainthood According to Buddhism
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The Path to Sainthood According to Buddhism
Whenever the Buddha arises in the world and our Perfections are sufficiently developed, we too may be the first disciple to attain Sainthood in that Buddha’s dispensation, in the same way as Koṇḍañña.
The text discusses the possibility of achieving Sainthood when the Buddha arises and our Perfections are fully developed, exemplified by Koṇḍañña. If not, there's potential for rebirth in heavenly rea
Reference Table of Pali Terms
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Reference Table of Pali Terms
Appendix D: Reference Table of Pali Terms The following table is not intended to be an exhaustive Pali-English dictionary: it contains only terms found in this book. Where an equiv­alent English term
The reference table provides a selection of Pali terms related to Buddhist philosophy, arranged alphabetically for ease of use. Each term is accompanied by English translations and necessary clarifica
Understanding Buddhist Concepts: Nirvana and Absorptions
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Understanding Buddhist Concepts: Nirvana and Absorptions
nevasāññāṇasāññāyatana (absorption of neither-perception-nor-non-perception: see formless absorptions) Nevasāññāsaññāyatanaabhūmi (realm of neither-perception- nor-non-perception: see formless Brahma
This text delves into various Buddhist concepts such as Nevasāññāṇasāññāyatana, the realm of neither-perception-nor-non-perception, Nibbāna, and other related terms. It discusses the Five Aggregates,
Giver of Human Form
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Giver of Human Form
Giver of Human Form In order for a human being to be born, it requires the interaction between the father and mother. An astral body enters the father and stimulates a desire for contact and intimacy
การเกิดของมนุษย์เริ่มต้นจากความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างพ่อและแม่ โดยมีร่างอัสตัลเข้าไปในตัวพ่อ กระตุ้นความปรารถนาในการติดต่อกับแม่ หลังจากที่เกิดมา ความรักระหว่างแม่และลูกก็เกิดขึ้น พ่อแม่มอบของขวัญที่ยอดเยี่ย
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
The Transformative Journey of Animals and a Hermit
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The Transformative Journey of Animals and a Hermit
the vow that he would not go foraging any more for as long as he could not still his mind from desire. The snake had been trodden upon by a "holy cow" and had bitten the cow, accidentally killing it.
This narrative explores the stories of various animals and a hermit who each confront their weaknesses—anger, greed, and arrogance. A snake, having killed a cow in a moment of uncontrolled anger, vows
Understanding Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhism
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Understanding Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhism
…111 12 attainment of: precursory-medita- boss: wife like a 155 tive insight 101; realization coming Brahmās: attain enlightenment as from inner- 120 result of Dhammakakkavattana Attainments, the Nine Supreme…
This text delves into key Buddhist teachings regarding suffering, attachment, and the process of attaining enlightenment. It analyzes various forms of suffering, including the suffering associated wit
Exploring Dhammakāya and the Eightfold Path
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Exploring Dhammakāya and the Eightfold Path
…mer practices 165 self-mortification 36-7; wife like a 154-5 divine-abilities 118 enlightenment: of Brahmās as re- dog: and lion, {metaphor for sult of Dhammacakavatana supremacy of the Buddha’s prac- Sutta…
This text delves into the Dhammakāya tradition, highlighting key components of the Eightfold Path and its teachings on defilements, enlightenment, and the nature of suffering. Concepts are illustrated
Exploring Concepts of Buddhist Mythology
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Exploring Concepts of Buddhist Mythology
Asaññisatta (P. realm of non-per- ayatana nibbāṇa q.v. (lit. the recipient beings: see form Brahmā sphere of Nirvana realms) āsavakkhayañāṇa (see knowledge of an end of defilements) ayatana (lit. sphe
This text delves into intricate Buddhist concepts such as Asaññisatta, the realm of non-perception, and its relation to Nibbāṇa, highlighting essential terms like bhāvanā (development), and defilement
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: A Glimpse into Mindfulness and Liberation
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: A Glimpse into Mindfulness and Liberation
feeling: see aggregates) vedanānupassanā-satitapatthā (see mindfulness of feeling in the feeling) Vehapphalā (P. realm of Brahmas with abundant reward: see form Brahma realms) vibhavaṭaṅhā (see cravin
This text provides an in-depth understanding of various important Buddhist concepts. It covers essential terms such as vedanānupassanā (mindfulness of feelings), vipassanā (insight), and viriya (energ