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Expanding the Crystal Ball of the Mind
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Expanding the Crystal Ball of the Mind
Let this crystal ball expand beyond your body in every direction: right, left, front, back, above, below. Let it spread out in every direction. Let it be a mind that wishes all beings free of sufferin
This text encourages the metaphorical expansion of the 'crystal ball' of one's mind to encompass all beings in a wish for their freedom from suffering and attainment of happiness. It emphasizes the si
The Cycle of Violence and Its Consequences
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The Cycle of Violence and Its Consequences
the world where there is sunlight, conflicts are constantly taking place between nations and between individuals. When it is daylight for us and the other side of the world is blanketed in darkness, w
This text discusses the endless cycle of conflicts and wars driven by misguided intentions, highlighting how wars bring more suffering rather than peace. It emphasizes the psychological and social dam
Tomorrow The World Will Change
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Tomorrow The World Will Change
Tomorrow The World Will Change Religions for Peace Our global community is comprised of people seeking refuge in various faiths. For the most part, the founder of each religion – be it Buddhism, Chr
Our global community is made up of individuals seeking refuge in different faiths, all promoting love for fellow humans. To adhere to these teachings, we must avoid exploitation and violence. History
Finding Inner Calm Through Mindfulness
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Finding Inner Calm Through Mindfulness
Then, gently close the eyes and gradually rest the mind at the centre of the body. Rest the mind at the centre of the body, at the seventh base without analysing, contemplating, or attempting to reas
This text explores the practice of resting the mind at the center of the body, specifically at the seventh base. By focusing and avoiding distractions, one can experience deep calmness. With regular p
The Power of Meditation for Inner Peace
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The Power of Meditation for Inner Peace
"Closing my eyes gently and relaxingly, I can feel the moon within because I remember pleasantly walking under the moonlight. As I visualise the image of the moon in my stomach, I feel light as a feat
Closing my eyes gently and relaxingly, I can feel the moon within because I remember pleasantly walking under the moonlight. As I visualize the image of the moon in my stomach, I feel light as a feath
Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
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Meditation for World Peace and Happiness
that wishes all beings free of suffering and able to attain greater happiness. Wish that all beings will discover the greatest thing: to attain the utmost happiness that arises from meditation and tha
This text emphasizes the profound benefits of meditation, encouraging practitioners to wish for the happiness and freedom from suffering of all beings. It advocates for a boundless mindset filled with
Meditation Centers Worldwide
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Meditation Centers Worldwide
Tomorrow The World Will Change Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's Meditation Societies THE MIDDLE EAST Thailand Co-ordinator Contact: Ms. Rawiwon Mechang Tel: +(66)-5-071-0190 Email: [email protected] Africa
Discover various meditation centers around the world influenced by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's teachings. These centers provide a space for meditation and spiritual growth in regions such as the Middle Ea
Monasteries and the Teachings of Buddha in Thailand
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Monasteries and the Teachings of Buddha in Thailand
monasterylz of Thailand. Sometimes it is called “Ongsamonitee”. It is said that Buddha can attain Nirvana. The knowledge that Buddha has is called “parinibbana”. The meditation in the original meaning
This text discusses the importance of Buddhist monasteries in Thailand, referred to as Ongsamonitee. It explains Buddha's attainment of Nirvana and the concept of Parinibbana, emphasizing meditation a
Building Strong Family Foundations Through Truthfulness and Self-Control
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Building Strong Family Foundations Through Truthfulness and Self-Control
involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does
This text discusses the importance of truthfulness (sacca) and self-control (dama) in family dynamics and personal growth. It emphasizes that individuals with a lack of truthfulness can create distrus
Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
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Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the bad deed, defilements let us suffer, receive punishments, experience all kinds of dis
The text discusses how defilements control individuals, leading them to perform bad deeds and suffer consequences. It highlights the importance of resisting external stimuli known as the Roads to Ruin
Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
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Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
Humans also have eyes. We must train our eyes to be like bamboo knots, because the most important aspect of eyesight is, “Don’t look at things you aren’t supposed to see. Don’t look for trouble. Don’t
This text emphasizes the significance of controlling what we see and hear for maintaining a calm and positive mind. By training our eyes not to focus on negativity and avoiding gossip, we can foster a
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 the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sāngahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe
The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dāna) – sharing wealth and support fosters a positive atmosphere. 2. Pleasant Speech (Piyavā
The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
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The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
Despite the behavior of one spouse, one should never waver from the Dhamma. Occasionally, the husband may go astray or the wife will resort to frivolous behavior, wasting time and money, leaving the h
This text highlights the importance of adhering to Dhamma even amidst challenges in marriage. It discusses the teachings in Buddhism regarding maintaining a loving family atmosphere. Buddhist insights
Teaching Your Unborn Child: The Spiritual Aspect of Conception
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Teaching Your Unborn Child: The Spiritual Aspect of Conception
Being born a human requires not only the combination of the father's sperm and the mother's egg, but also the spiritual conception of the child in the womb. The tiny being can only begin life in the m
Being born requires the combination of sperm and egg alongside spiritual factors. Good parents can influence a child's positive reception in the womb. Preparation should start before pregnancy, focusi
Killing with Kindness: Parents Defending Children When They Misbehave
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Killing with Kindness: Parents Defending Children When They Misbehave
Chapter 8 Killing with Kindness: Parents Defending Children When They Misbehave "A parent's love can harm children." This sentence may go against the feelings of parents, but in reality there are
This chapter discusses the unintended consequences of parental love that can harm children, emphasizing the importance of not defending children when they misbehave. It highlights that taking a child'
The Role of Parents in a Buddhist Family
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The Role of Parents in a Buddhist Family
them the Jataka (stories of the past lives of the Lord Buddha), making sure they do their chanting before bed, and teaching them how to offer Dana (generosity) through methods such as offering alms to
This text highlights the vital roles of parents in nurturing children within a Buddhist framework, emphasizing the importance of teachings like the Jataka stories, chanting, and the act of Dana. Paren
Raising Our Children to be Good People
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Raising Our Children to be Good People
Chapter 10 Raising Our Children to be Good People In a society saturated with media, many parents are worried that their children will succumb to bad influences. How do we protect our children from t
In today's media-rich environment, many parents fear for the moral upbringing of their children. To cultivate good character, it's essential to focus on four key strategies: being a positive role mode
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Be a good role model for the children to observe Find good books for the children to read The Warm Hearted Family 132 Raising Our Children to be Good People The Warm Hearted Famil
Teaching Children Frugality for Financial Security
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Teaching Children Frugality for Financial Security
Chapter 11 Teaching Children Frugality to Ensure the Family's Future Children's future financial security can be measured by their frugality and parents can cultivate good economic sense in their c
Chapter 11 emphasizes the importance of teaching children frugality as a means to secure their financial future. It advocates for parents to model good economic sense and begin instilling these habits
Understanding Internet Addiction in Children
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Understanding Internet Addiction in Children
CHAPTER 13 Children Who Are Addicted to the Internet We live in the era of the information super highway. Children are addicted not only to television, videos and cell phones, but also to the interne
In today's digital age, children are increasingly addicted to various forms of media including the internet. While these technologies have their benefits, uncontrolled use can lead to detrimental effe