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55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya
Congratulations on the 55th Anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya On the joyous occasion of the 55th anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, we extend our most sincere congratulations! For fifty-five years
On the 55th anniversary of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, we celebrate its 55-year journey of propagating the Dharma for all beings. The monastery has guided countless followers toward enlightenment through tea
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ความแข็งแกร่ง ที่ผ่านบททดสอบมากว่า 55 ปี ปี พ.ศ. ๒๕๒๓ มีคฤหัสหลวงพ่อธีมซึ่งเป็นลูกศิษย์ของคุณพ่อจอมผม คือ ร.อ.ศ.ดร.จิตรจำนงค์ สุภาพ ได้พบแล้วแจ้งว่าหลวงพ่อท่านอยากจะหาใครสักคนมาสอนเรื่องการพูดมีแนวทา
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Author's Preface on the Uniqueness of Buddhism
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Author's Preface on the Uniqueness of Buddhism
Author's Preface Buddhism is unique in teaching a way to overcome suffering, with its aim definitely to liberate oneself from the Cycle of Existence [vadda-samśāra] thereby attaining the highest eter
The Author's Preface highlights Buddhism's distinctive qualities in teaching ways to alleviate suffering and attain ultimate happiness, emphasizing its systematic approach to teachings and virtues. It
The Noble Truths and the Path to Nirvana
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The Noble Truths and the Path to Nirvana
3. The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering [dukkhanirodha ariyasacca]; 4. The Noble Truth of the Path to the Cessation of Suffering [dukkhanirodhåkāmıni ariyasacca]. Apart from allowing Prince S
This text delves into the Four Noble Truths, emphasizing the cessation of suffering and the path leading to it. The Middle Way enables Prince Siddhattha to attain enlightenment and Nirvana while alive
The Dangers of Sensual Indulgence
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The Dangers of Sensual Indulgence
If it happens that his wealth is taken away in taxes, or stolen by robbers, or damaged by fire or floods, or frittered away by fraudulent enemies then that person will be sorrowful, suffering in body
This text discusses the sorrow and suffering resulting from the attachment to wealth and sensual pleasures, highlighting that these attachments can lead to fights and wars among various social groups.
The Consequences of Attachment to Sense Pleasure
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The Consequences of Attachment to Sense Pleasure
O! Monks! Some warriors go to the trouble to erect defences of brick and mortar to stop their enemies being able to climb over, they fill their arsenals full of weapons. However, if the enemy should p
This text discusses how attachment to sense pleasures leads to various forms of suffering and wrongdoing. It illustrates the consequences of indulgence, including violence and crime, and emphasizes th
The Noble Middle Way in Buddhism
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The Noble Middle Way in Buddhism
sense of security, but in the end, he will surely take advantage of us and leave us decapitated in the jungle. It is for all of these reasons that the Lord Buddha taught that self-mortification is a n
The text discusses self-mortification as a non-Buddhist and dangerous practice, as taught by the Buddha. It emphasizes the importance of the Noble Middle Way, or the Eightfold Path, as the means to un
Understanding Right Concentration and the Dhammacakka
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Understanding Right Concentration and the Dhammacakka
oupes, keep the Precepts, meditate or listen to Dhamma sermons. Such determination is a precursor of concentration called 'khaṇika-samādhi'. 7.2 Right Concentration (transcendental): At high level Rig
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงการเจริญสมาธิอย่างถูกต้องซึ่งรวมถึงการเข้าถึงสมาธิในระดับที่สูงขึ้น รวมถึง Dhammacakka ซึ่งเป็นแนวทางในการเข้าถึงนิพพาน โดยอธิบายความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างปัจจัยที่นำไปสู่การตรัสรู้และบทบาท
Understanding the Noble Truths of Suffering
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Understanding the Noble Truths of Suffering
the 'Noble Truth of the Suffering', the 'Noble Truth of the Origin of Suffering' and the 'Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering'. In brief, the artistry of the Lord Buddha is to integrate all four
The teachings of the Lord Buddha encompass the Four Noble Truths, with a significant focus on understanding suffering. Suffering is characterized through various forms — from birth to death, highlight
Understanding Suffering: The Dukkha of Illness and Dying
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Understanding Suffering: The Dukkha of Illness and Dying
in its place. Even the Buddha and the enlightened ones are subject to the suffering of illness — so who are we to over- look the misery of illness? 4. Suffering as a result of Dying [marana dukkhā] Al
This text delves into the concepts of suffering in Buddhism, particularly focusing on the pain associated with illness and the inevitable reality of death. It elucidates how all beings, including enli
The Suffering of Death
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The Suffering of Death
them terrible fear of hell at the end of their life. This is another aspect of the suffering of death. As for the wealthy who have so many possessions, or those with lots of relatives, there is a tend
This text discusses the various aspects of suffering that accompany death, including the fear of hell, anxiety over possessions and loved ones, and the experiences of those who face execution. It high
Understanding Types of Suffering in Buddhism
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Understanding Types of Suffering in Buddhism
parideva dukkha The Buddha characterized this form of suffering as that which produces tears of anguish whenever we are unable to give up our attachment to something. Again the cause might be the dece
This text delves into the different forms of suffering defined by the Buddha. It describes 'parideva dukkha' as the anguish leading to tears due to attachment loss, primarily affecting those grieving
The Three Forms of Craving in Buddhism
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The Three Forms of Craving in Buddhism
The Three forms of Craving The Lord Buddha taught that there are three sorts of craving: craving for sense-pleasure [kāmaṭhaṇa], craving for the form realms [bhavatānha] and craving for the formless r
The Lord Buddha identified three types of craving: 1) Craving for Sense-Pleasure (kāmaṭhaṇa) signifies a longing for sensory experiences which misleads individuals into thinking happiness comes from e
Understanding Craving in Buddhism
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Understanding Craving in Buddhism
knowledge of such ascetics are the Formless Brahma Realms — knowledge gained as the result of developing the formless absorptions [arûpajhâna]. Such ascetics misunderstand that being reborn in the For
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 Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
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The Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
four unfortunate realms [abhāyabhūmi]. Just as the swift currents of a river tend to sweep away all things to the ocean that fall within its reach, desire will tend to pull all beings who entertain it
This text discusses the profound impact of craving on beings, illustrating how it drives them towards hell realms and unwholesome actions. The Buddha's teachings emphasize that craving can lead to sin
The Path of Wholesomeness and Unwholesomeness
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The Path of Wholesomeness and Unwholesomeness
- stealing [adinnāḍāna] - committing adultery [kāmesumicchācāra] Unwholesome speech comprises: - telling lies [musāvāda] - divisive speech [pisuṇaṅāṭa] - harsh speech, insults and swearing [pharusavaṭ
In Buddhism, ten unwholesome behaviors are cautioned against: stealing, committing adultery, lying, divisive speech, harsh speech, idle chatter, covetousness, vengeful thinking, and false views. These
Understanding Craving and its Effects
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Understanding Craving and its Effects
yingly frequently, until our seeing wrong as right and harmful things as harmless will be our continuous perspective of the world. We lose our interest to train ourselves in meditation and in the abse
The text discusses how craving influences our perceptions and behaviors, comparing it to sticky resin that binds our minds to attachments and sense pleasures. It warns that indulging in cravings leads
Understanding the Pursuit of Happiness and the Cycle of Existence
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Understanding the Pursuit of Happiness and the Cycle of Existence
Those who search for happiness via sense pleasure only experience happiness at the moment before suffering mani- fest itself. As soon as suffering becomes manifest, such peo- ple are often so shocked
This text discusses the fleeting nature of happiness derived from sense pleasures and the inevitable suffering that follows. It compares individuals ensnared by cravings to a rabbit caught in a hunter
The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering
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The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering
The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering When the Lord Buddha had finished his explanation of the origin of suffering, he continued with an explanation of the cessation of suffering. The essence
This text explains the Buddha's teaching on the cessation of suffering, emphasizing the importance of extinguishing craving through the Noble Eightfold Path. It highlights that addressing the root of
Understanding Craving and Suffering in Buddhism
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Understanding Craving and Suffering in Buddhism
practices will lead them to an end of suffering — but with­out realizing that it is only adding to their suffering. Thus it is compared to a dog who seizes whatever it likes from the owner without tak
This text elaborates on the Buddhist perspective regarding craving as the fundamental cause of suffering. It compares improper practices to a dog snatching things without regard, while proper practice