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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
Citation for Call to the Angels BLESSINGS: Aradhana - Invitation to Devas (www.buddhist-book.com) “One day Sakka, the king of the Devas approached
This text reflects on a significant event where Sakka, the king of the Devas, requested the Buddha to invite the Devas to witness the recitation of Dhamma. This practice fo…
Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
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Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
Call to the Angels (In Pali) Samantā cakkavāleṣu Saddhammam muni-rajassa Dipe rathe ca gāme Bhummā cāyantu devā Tīṭhantā santike yang Dhammassavanakālo …
This text serves as a call for the celestial beings (devas) from around the galaxies to gather and listen to the recitation of the True Dhamma, which is b…
Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
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Meeting Chronicles and Meditation Insights
…ing #18, 19 March 2010 . 117 Meeting #19, 20 March 2010 . 131 Meeting #20, 25 March 2010 . 139 Appendix: Dhammakaya Meditation Technique . 145 Glossary . . . . . . . . . 155
This content details a series of meetings held from July 2008 to March 2010, offering insights into meditation pra…
Illustrations Overview
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Illustrations Overview
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 1. The Unknown Factor . . . . . . . . . . 18 2. The Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3. The Eightfold Noble Path . . . . . . 45 4. The Mind . . . . . .…
This section features a detailed list of illustrations found in the book, highlighting key themes such as the Unknown Factor,…
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
Suzanne Jeffrey Life, of course, is not as neat as these teachings are laid out for you, and we do not always meet life’s stresses, or sufferings, head-on with a Dhamma teachi…
Suzanne Jeffrey reflects on her journey of understanding Dhamma teachings through the wisdom of Luang Por Dattajeevo. She shares insights into dea…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
Nicings with a Dhamma Master MEETINGS WITH A DHAMMA MASTER Meeting #1 12 July 2008 – Ashram I have been invited t…
The text recounts the author's experience meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, during a special occasion commemorating a birthday…
Understanding Meditation and Merit
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Understanding Meditation and Merit
Suzanne Jeffrey never been a groupie to anyone so I am not exactly sure what I am supposed to do with that. After he congratulates Joy on her birthday and speaks with her about her universi…
This passage features a conversation about meditation and the concept of Boon as explained by Luang Por. He emphasizes that meditation involves qu…
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
"How do we generate, or create, boon?" I ask. Luang Por says: "Suppose you see evil. As soon as you decid
In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separati…
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey concentrate on the inside, or inside our center, it is impossible for kilesa to exist. Whenever you are angry, your mind goe…
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to…
Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
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Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
be a sleeper!” He looks at me and almost winks. “We need to make boon continuously because, although we are born with boon, we don’t …
In this enlightening dialogue, the necessity of creating 'boon' (goodness) continuously is discussed, emphasizing the inte…
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey within you!" Jon, obviously not afraid of the hard questions, asks, "Could you tell me what you think is the difference between Buddha and
In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Budd
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master the greatest possible goodness to humanity, the destruction of Mara, which is the behi…
In this enlightening dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the pers…
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
Meeting #2 22 August 2008 - Ashram After our last meeting with Luang Por, Jon has requested another one. Why he did this, I do not know. What do you ask a man who seems to know everything? Th…
This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. …
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, beli…
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey shares her dialogue with a Theravada monk, discussing important Buddhist concepts such as boon, kilesa, and Mara…
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
NICENESS WITH A DHAMMA TEACHER become pure and then work together. If many pure people came together, then we could
In this teaching, the Dhamma teacher emphasizes the need for personal purity and collective effort to combat Mara. The conc…
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
ments with a Phammo Master him, and begged him to come back. "I cannot come into your castle with these clothes on," said the hermit. "…
In this entertaining story, a hermit is initially turned away from a feast due to his old clothes. After receiving new attire, he humorously chooses to feed
The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
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The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
Luang Por: "Humans are categorized into two groups: either believing that the Unknown Factor exists, or believing that it does not exi…
Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborate…
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
Suzanne Jeffrey Him with everything to meet His needs, but this was simply not enough for him to answer his true human need. And what were those needs? …
In this text, the journey of an individual exploring the teachings of Buddhism and their relationship with Christian beliefs is shared.…
Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
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Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
Leaving Luang Por that day, we have no idea when we will ever return. And, so, we say "Good Bye" and thank him for all of hi…
In this touching reflection, the author recounts a farewell to Luang Por, expressing gratitude for his kindness and wisdom. Luang Por encourages continued meditation practice and shares hopes f…
Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
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Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
Meeting #3 15 February 2009 - Ashram Little did I know when I left the Wat in September of 2008 that I would be back. But, when I was there last,…
In February 2009, I revisited the Ashram to attend the Peace Revolution Conference, having previously contributed to its developm…