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The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
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The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
saw was the food offered. Based on the food offered to me, I thought that the person must have been from the middle class. The second person that offered food was probably from a wealthier background
This narrative explores the author's deep insights gained from witnessing three acts of almsgiving, particularly focusing on a young girl from a poor background. The contrasting offerings of food high
The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
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The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
monks as an expression of their gratitude. This tradition is carried on even to this present day. The seeking of Alms is the way in which all monks acquire all of the things that they require to live
In Buddhism, seeking alms is an essential practice for monks, providing not only food but also clothing, medicine, and shelter. This tradition, exemplified by Lord Buddha, allows monks to connect with
The Importance of Temple Cleanliness for Financial Support
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The Importance of Temple Cleanliness for Financial Support
it would be very embarrassing for monks to have to ask for help in that manner. If this is how the original sponsor of the temple comments, and you are thinking to build additional temple buildings,
การรักษาความสะอาดในวัดไม่เพียงแต่สร้างภาพลักษณ์ที่ดี แต่ยังช่วยดึงดูดผู้บริจาค หากผู้คนพบว่าวัดสะอาดและสวยงาม พวกเขาจะมีแนวโน้มที่จะบริจาคมากขึ้นและกลับมาอีกเรื่อยๆ สุขภาพจิตที่ดีผ่านการทำความสะอาดสาม
The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
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The Importance of Cleanliness in Buddhism
they also love cleanliness. There is a story about a monk who would often meditate in the woods. He would often use the base of trees for relieving himself. One night, as the monk sat there meditating
เนื้อหาบทเรียนนี้เล่าถึงความสำคัญของความสะอาดในพุทธศาสนา โดยมีเรื่องเล่าของพระที่นั่งสมาธิในป่า และการสนทนาของทูตสวรรค์เกี่ยวกับความสะอาด เมื่อปฏิบัติความสะอาด จะมีผลต่อจิตใจและร่างกายอย่างลึกซึ้ง ให้
Understanding Confession in Monastic Life
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Understanding Confession in Monastic Life
Confession The act of Confession involves a monk who has transgressed his monastic discipline and who wishes to express regret over his misdeed to his preceptor, and who now promises to never repeat
การสารภาพคือการแสดงความเสียใจต่อการกระทำผิดซึ่งเกิดขึ้นในชีวิตของพระสงฆ์ตามวินัยของพวกเขา พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้พระสงฆ์ไม่ปิดบังความผิด หากทำผิดควรสารภาพเพื่อไม่ให้ต้องหลอกลวงผู้คน หากเป็นการกระทำผิดร้ายแร
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The Benefits of Confession 1. It helps monks to recognize any wrongdoings. 2. It helps monks to solve problems rather than hide it, and accept the consequences 3. It prevents monks from being deceitf
Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
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Chanting and Meditating in Buddhism
4. Chanting and Meditating When the Buddha was alive, his disciples could listen to him preach and extol the virtues of the Dhamma everyday. However, after the Buddha passed away from this world, his
After the Buddha's passing, his disciples engaged in chanting and meditation to keep the teachings of Dhamma alive. Vatta involves chanting in homage to the Triple Gem: the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the
Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa)
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Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa)
Reflection (Paccavēkkhaṇa) Being reflective means being attentive to details. Such a quality is important for all of those who wish to progress in both the physical and spiritual world. If a person g
Reflection is a vital quality for success in physical and spiritual realms. One must be fully engaged in life to thrive. Lord Buddha emphasized the importance of the four basic needs: food, shelter, c
Understanding the Four Basic Requisites for Monks
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Understanding the Four Basic Requisites for Monks
Since we live in the physical world, we tend to think of the four basic requisites only in physical terms, for example food. We often think only whether or not it is clean, tasty, nutritious or health
This text guides monks on how to perceive their basic requisites beyond physical terms like cleanliness and taste. It emphasizes being conscious and grateful, encouraging monks to accept only what the
The Importance of Reflection in Buddhist Practice
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The Importance of Reflection in Buddhist Practice
3. You must be reflective. Once you have finished consuming your meal, and have energy, you must ask yourself whether you have used the strength gained from your meal to focus on learning the Dhamma.
การสะท้อนความคิดช่วยให้เราเป็นคนที่ใส่ใจและขยัน ด้วยการฝึกสะท้อนตนเอง เราจะมีสติและตระหนักรู้ถึงการกระทำของเรา ซึ่งนำไปสู่ความชัดเจนในความคิดและความสามารถในการตัดสินใจที่ดีขึ้น การสะท้อนหลังจากรับประท
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,
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Khun Yai Upasika Chandra Khonnokyoong
Management and Care in Monastic Life
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Management and Care in Monastic Life
7. Management, Maintenance, and Exercise As a monk, you must learn to care for your personal effects, as well as temple property. You must understand the principles of efficiency, good organization,
As a monk, it is vital to understand the importance of caring for both personal and temple property. All items in the temple are seen as belonging to Lord Buddha, donated by individuals out of respect
Caring for Health as a Monk and Layperson
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Caring for Health as a Monk and Layperson
one’s life. As a monk, if you break these rules, then the consequences are even more severe than for laypeople. Not only should you care for your possessions—you must care for your body and health as
การดูแลสุขภาพและร่างกายเป็นสิ่งสำคัญสำหรับพระและฆราวาส หากสุขภาพย่ำแย่ จะส่งผลกระทบต่อการทำสมาธิและการศึกษาธรรมะ การละเลยสุขภาพอาจทำให้ปัญหาทางกายเกิดขึ้น เช่น แผลในกระเพาะอาหาร การใช้สมาธิในการรักษาต
Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
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Understanding Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines
8. Dhamma and Monastic Disciplines Dhamma has two meanings. First: it means that things are right and good, such as kindness and respect, tolerance and patience, avoidance of whining and impatience.
Dhamma has a dual meaning: it encompasses moral aspects like kindness and respect, as well as truths about life including birth, ageing, sickness, and death. This concept is grounded in the teachings
Reflecting on Buddhism and Discipline
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Reflecting on Buddhism and Discipline
Does it mean that our religion is not as good as we think it is? After I had the opportunity to visit those foreign countries, I realized that it is not that Buddhism that is bad, but the people. Thai
This text explores the realization that the shortcomings in Buddhism are not due to the religion itself but rather the practices of its followers. The author reflects on experiences in foreign countri
Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
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Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility
9. Caring for Temple Property and Responsibility Temple property means anything that has been donated to, or built for in the name of religion. Every monk in the temple must co-operate to help care
วัดเป็นสถานที่สำคัญที่เกี่ยวข้องกับศาสนาและการบริจาคของสังคม การดูแลรักษาทรัพย์สินของวัดเป็นเรื่องที่ทุกพระสงฆ์ต้องร่วมมือกัน หากวัดไม่ได้รับการดูแล อาจทำให้ฝ่ายเลย์ไม่เกิดกระแสการบริจาคเพื่อทำบุญอีกต
The Importance of Responsibility in Monastic Life
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The Importance of Responsibility in Monastic Life
this all could have been avoided if you have the inclination to fix problems when they occur, rather than procrastinating. How can we avoid all these problems? When you become a monk you should yourse
This text discusses the importance of addressing problems promptly and the responsibilities of a monk, which include various temple duties. By being aware of what needs to be done and acting on it, mo
Behaviour Worthy of Respect
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Behaviour Worthy of Respect
10. Behaviour Worthy of Respect A person worthy of homage and respect is a person who develops himself and succeeds in his desire to be ordained as a monk— in other words, he must successfully rid hi
A person demonstrating behaviour worthy of respect is one who pursues self-development and aspires to become a monk by eliminating mental defilements. The three main defilements are greed, hatred, and
Overcoming Defilements for True Happiness
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Overcoming Defilements for True Happiness
What can you do to rid yourself of these three defilements? This last duty exists to remind a monk to practice wholeheartedly the first nine monastic duties in order to gain respect from laymen. *Th
To rid yourself of the three defilements, focus on wholeheartedly practicing the nine monastic duties, which ultimately leads to respect from laymen. Living a life aligned with the true purpose of ord