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Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
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Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
Each centre has regular meditation practise and activities including offering sustenance to Buddha on every first Sunday of the month, dedicating merit to the decreased, releasing fish and other cre…
Each centre hosts regular meditation practices and activities like offering sustenance to Buddha, dedicating merit to the deceased, and releasing creatures. Special ceremonies are complemented by …
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's Teachings on Buddhism and Inner Peace
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's Teachings on Buddhism and Inner Peace
…t makes the world free from trouble. If everyone in this world watches DMC and understands the Lord Buddha’s Dhamma, his or her heart will be cool and calm. No war will exist, and this is the path to true w…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo promotes compassion and the teachings of the Buddha through the DMC channel, guiding individuals towards inner peace and happiness. His approach emphas…
Creating World Peace Through Collective Effort
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Creating World Peace Through Collective Effort
…ould continue. But we must do it together in order for true peace to happen in this world. The Lord Buddha said, “Natti Santi Param Sukham”. (Pali) There is no greater happiness than stilling the mind. Peac…
…n. The true essence of peace comes from a collective intention and meditation. The teaching of Lord Buddha, “Natti Santi Param Sukham,” reminds us that greater happiness lies in calming the mind. To foster …
The Teachings of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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The Teachings of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
immersing himself in the study and practice of the Buddha's pure teachings. For almost 40 years, he has always emphasized to the thousands of those who follo…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo has dedicated nearly 40 years to promoting the Buddha's teachings, asserting that true world peace originates from inner peace. He emphasizes everyone's …
Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
…s the best possible care of the family’s heart, the problems will be resolved in the end. The Lord Buddha gave a Dhamma discourse pertaining to a method that can be utilized as a basis for daily life and a…
…ution to family dilemmas is found in understanding the heart of the family and the teachings of the Buddha. Dhamma for Laypersons comprises four core principles: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, and s…
The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
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The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
…like the earth, which does not flinch at aromatic or smelly things that are thrown on it. The Lord Buddha once said to Venerable Rahula about the importance of keeping our mind still like the earth: "If a…
…ning a calm and unwavering mind amidst life's uncertainties. Drawing from the teachings of the Lord Buddha to Venerable Rahula, it illustrates the need for indifference to external circumstances, akin to th…
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
…ight Worldly* Conditions and will, therefore, be in a state of suffering all the time. The Lord Buddha understood the truth of everything in this world. He taught meditation so people could learn to st…
…ir minds through meditation, akin to the unshakable earth. The message reflects the teaching of the Buddha on how awareness of these realities can help alleviate suffering and lead to a more profound unders…
Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
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Practicing the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence
The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice th…
The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dā…
Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
… of many ashrams, a center that helped spread Buddhism throughout India during the time of the Lord Buddha. The temple was built in the town of Savatthi, in the county of Kosol. An enormous fortune was spen…
Lady Visakha was a prominent Upasika who played a vital role in Buddhism. She built Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, contributing an extraordinary fortune. She initiated the tradition of offering robes for
Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
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Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
…a. Her family had a very important role in the economy of both counties during the time of the Lord Buddha. **Ten Suggestions From a Father to His Daughter on Her Wedding Day** When she came of age Lady V…
…the context of family and community values, reflecting historical insights from the era of the Lord Buddha, and offer a glimpse into the significance of kinship in personal relationships. For more historica…
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Life and Rebirth
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha on Life and Rebirth
The Lord Buddha taught that: 1. It is not the end of all things when we die. 2. When you perform good deeds you wil…
The Lord Buddha emphasizes that death is not the end. Good deeds lead to Heaven, while bad deeds lead to hell. Puri…
Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
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Reflections on Family and Kammic Retribution
…put the clay in the mold. If we have a mold for a bowl, we will get a bowl. If we have a mold for a Buddha image, and we put clay in the mold, we will have a Buddha image to pay homage to. This same piece o…
In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons
The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
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The Relationship Between Physical and Ethereal Hearts in Buddhism
…hat the physical heart and the ethereal heart are two different things. In the Tripitaka, the Lord Buddha spoke of a number of subjects that were unknown to science at the time. He said thousands of years …
บทความนี้ศึกษาความแตกต่างระหว่างหัวใจทางกายภาพกับหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยยกตัวอย่างจากพระไตรปิฎกที่บอกถึงแนวคิดที่ไม่เป็นที่รู้จักในสมัยนั้น เช่น การมีจักรวาลมากกว่าหนึ่งจักรวาล และความสำคัญของการสร้างบุ
The Correct Way to Gain Merits
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The Correct Way to Gain Merits
… do the right thing. As a first step to gain merit, I suggest first practicing generosity. The Lord Buddha stated that to gain the maximum merit, giving should meet these four criteria, namely: 1. Wholesome…
…. By maintaining a clear and bright mind, individuals can foster joy and positive actions. The Lord Buddha's four criteria for giving highlight the significance of wholesome intentions in merit-making. Foll…
The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
…the Five Precepts are not Observed** The Five Precepts were here even before the birth of the Lord Buddha. He, through the incomparable power of His enlightenment, came to know the existence of the Five Pr…
The Five Precepts, known before the birth of Buddha, are vital for maintaining peace on earth. They quantify human behavior: observing all means being …
Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
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Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to Understand
…s. Nobody knows the origins of the Five Precepts. They existed even before the birth of the Lord Buddha, and He advised that everybody should abide by them. The Warm Hearted Family 279 Making the Fi…
…gs understandable through engaging dialogue. The Five Precepts have ancient origins, pre-dating the Buddha, and are presented as essential guiding principles for a harmonious life. Parents are encouraged to…
Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
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Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
…ence. How did the Fifth Precept, one shall not consume intoxicants, come into existence? The Lord Buddha gave us these lines of reasoning to contemplate. 1. Those that do not kill living creatures, they …
…showing how ethical behavior leads to merit and security in relationships and possessions. The Lord Buddha's teachings guide individuals to contemplate their actions carefully, underscoring the importance o…
The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
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The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
…, in truth, it is a realistic teaching which tells you how to deal with life situations. "The Lord Buddha was able to conquer all these sufferings. He taught that one can cope with unexpected suffering by …
ชีวิตเป็นการผสมผสานของความทุกข์และความสุข ไม่มีทางหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ได้ พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้เตรียมใจให้พร้อมรับมือกับความทุกข์ ซึ่งรวมถึงความแก่ ความเจ็บป่วย และความตาย ผู้คนมักจะมองข้ามความทุกข์ด้วยการ
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
…omething that cannot be carried over to the next life is not considered truly beneficial. The Lord Buddha realized that only the results of our deeds will follow us when we die. He taught, “We are owners o…
…ous living, urging individuals to avoid unnecessary attachments and focus on righteous actions. The Buddha's teachings guide us to steer clear of evil, enhance good deeds, and recognize that our actions dic…
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
By studying Dhamma every day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha’s teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someday, the only things th…
Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developmen