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Metaphors of Sensual Indulgence
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Metaphors of Sensual Indulgence
Commentorial Metaphors: Indulgence in sensual pleasures: 1. A pig content to wallow in dung: Indulging in sensual pleasures is rather like a pig, which spends all its life wallowing in the warm mud an
This text delves into various metaphors that depict the indulgence in sensual pleasures as detrimental and unfulfilling. Comparing such indulgence t…
Understanding Right Concentration and the Dhammacakka
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Understanding Right Concentration and the Dhammacakka
…ages 14, 16-7): ● the hub to the Thirty-Seven Factors of Enlightenment ● the spokes to the Links of Dependent Origination ● the rim to the Four Noble Truths The close relationship between these three set…
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงการเจริญสมาธิอย่างถูกต้องซึ่งรวมถึงการเข้าถึงสมาธิในระดับที่สูงขึ้น รวมถึง Dhammacakka ซึ่งเป็นแนวทางในการเข้าถึงนิพพาน โดยอธิบายความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างปัจจัยที่นำไปสู่การตรัสรู้และบทบาท
Understanding Suffering in Buddhism
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Understanding Suffering in Buddhism
depressed and dejected. 1.1.8 Feeling slighted [domanassa] : This is when one has a 'chip on one's sh…
This text explores the concept of suffering as taught by the Buddha, outlining twelve types of suffering including feeling slighted, bemoaning losses, and separation from loved ones. It highlights how
Understanding Suffering and Aging
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Understanding Suffering and Aging
… aches and weakness to the home that is our body. Illness undermines the sturdiness of our body and deprives us of happiness, bringing us misery
This text discusses the philosophical concepts of aging and illness in relation to suffering. It compares the vitality of youth and the deterioration that comes with age to flowers that wither in the
The Suffering of Death
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The Suffering of Death
…ife or bad, for as long as one still has to be reborn in the cycle of existence, when the mind must depart from one's body at the end of one's life, there is no-one who doesn't fear oncoming death except…
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
…. Pain [dukkha dukkha] The Buddha characterized this sort of suffering as that which makes the mind depressed and dejected. The cause of the suffering might be illness, physical torture, punishment, impr…
…loved ones. The suffering known as 'dukkha dukkha' pertains to deep mental distress from illness or deprivation, often faced alone as outside help is limited. Lastly, 'domanassa dukkha' refers to the res…
The Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
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The Dangers of Craving in Buddhism
…ffering." Craving as the Cause of Unwholesome Behaviours Those beings that try to attain happiness dependent upon the pleasures of the five senses are wont to commit unwholesome behaviours as outlined i…
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
Understanding the Inner Bodies on the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding the Inner Bodies on the Path to Enlightenment
… distilled to the point of purity. The Bodies of Enlightenment also come in several different forms depending on the degree of this purification, but they remain distinct from the mundane [lokiya] inner …
This text delves into the various inner bodies that exist between the Paṭhama Magga Sphere and the Body of Enlightenment. These include the Subtle Human Body, Angelic Body, and several Brahma Bodies,
Understanding Impermanence, Suffering, and Not-Self
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Understanding Impermanence, Suffering, and Not-Self
… the difference between cognition and ‘knowing’ as follows: “The knowledge arising from cognition depends upon the six senses [āyatana] rather than wisdom, therefore 139
This text delves into the fundamental Buddhist concepts of impermanence (aniccān), suffering (dukkham), and not-self (anattā) as expressed through the Five Aggregates of the Human Body. It highlights
The Path to Enlightenment: Insights from Bahiya Dārucīriya
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The Path to Enlightenment: Insights from Bahiya Dārucīriya
people cite examples of enlightenment such as that of Bahiya Dārucīriya who, in his final lifetime didn’t appear to mediate, but could become enlightened just by hearing a few words from the Buddha at
…'s brief but impactful sermon emphasized the essence of simply perceiving the world, hinting at the depth of meditative practice beyond mere examples. Therefore, the assumed ease of enlightenment lacks a…
Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
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Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
With those words alone, Bahiya was able to become an arahat. However, there are those, both in Thailand and abroad who look at examples such as that of Bahiya and come to the conclusion that you don't
…paration for the prince's renunciation enabled him to become the first to ordain after Siddhattha's departure from the palace, showcasing the significance of individual spiritual readiness and experience…
The Significance of the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
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The Significance of the Dhammacakka Pavattana Sutta
…n himself in Siddhattha's footsteps. Thus, Koṇḍañña, along with his other four companions were all adept in meditation by the time they came to hear the Dhammacakka pavattana Sutta. And again we owe it t…
…ring a master-plan for all subsequent teachings by the Buddha. It was delivered to a group of five adept meditators, setting a clear framework for understanding the Dhamma. The thoroughness of Ānanda's r…
The Buddha's First Sermon: A Journey of Enlightenment
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The Buddha's First Sermon: A Journey of Enlightenment
…would have converted the disciples of these two teachers throughout the land. It was as if Māra had deprived the Buddha of countless potential disciples by disposing of these two teachers. The next perso…
This excerpt discusses the profound moment in the Buddha's life when he sought to teach meditation after renouncing worldly comforts. He encountered obstacles as potential disciples Udaka Rāmaputta an
Understanding Dhammakāya and Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Defilements in Meditation
… delusion 135, 136, 137 denizens blundering back into hell - {metaphor for sensual indul- gence 30} Dependent Origination, the Links of 16 Dhamma Body 107, 122, 134: differ- entiated by residual subtle d…
The text provides an in-depth examination of the Dhammakāya concept, explaining various levels such as Dhammakāya Anāgāmi, Gotr…
Exploring Concepts of Buddhist Mythology
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Exploring Concepts of Buddhist Mythology
…s) āsavakkhayañāṇa (see knowledge of an end of defilements) ayatana (lit. sphere: see sense organs, Dependent Origination) assevirāganiroddho (see extinguishing of craving with no remaining trace: see ch…
This text delves into intricate Buddhist concepts such as Asaññisatta, the realm of non-perception, and its relation to Nibbāṇa, highlighting essential terms like bhāvanā (development), and defilement
Understanding Sensory Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Sensory Terms in Buddhism
…asal: see sense-organs) jarā-maraṇa (old-age and death: see gāha samphassa (olfactory con- links of Dependent Origination) tact: see sense contact) Jātaka (P. Birth Stories, a part of gāha viññāṇa (olfac…
This text delves into various sensory terms found in Buddhist scriptures, particularly focusing on olfactory and gustatory experiences. It covers concepts such as gandha (smell), jihvā (taste), and th
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: A Glimpse into Mindfulness and Liberation
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: A Glimpse into Mindfulness and Liberation
feeling: see aggregates) vedanānupassanā-satitapatthā (see mindfulness of feeling in the feeling) Vehapphalā (P. realm of Brahmas with abundant reward: see form Brahma realms) vibhavaṭaṅhā (see cravin
This text provides an in-depth understanding of various important Buddhist concepts. It covers essential terms such as vedanānup…
The Benefits of Meditation: Cooperation, National and Spiritual Growth
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The Benefits of Meditation: Cooperation, National and Spiritual Growth
…ation. Meditators of all faiths, through the practice of meditation, can explore their own faith in depth, particularly with reference to the understanding of eternity in their chosen faith; ● Inspiratio…
Meditation encourages family cooperation and enhances duty fulfillment. It contributes to a peaceful society by addressing root social issues like crime and substance abuse. Improved respect and hones
Understanding Artificial Intelligence
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Understanding Artificial Intelligence
…1998 Third revised edition 2003 Fourth revised edition 2010 Published by the Dhammakaya Foundation Department of International Relations Khlong Luang, Patum Thani 12120 Thailand Copyright ©1996-2010 by…
This book delves into the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, exploring its historical development, key theories, and real-world applications across industries. It explains the workings
The Power of Mindfulness
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The Power of Mindfulness
Prologue.....................................................9 A Chicken’s Life .........................................17 Ordination .................................................27 Scriptu
…ithout judgment. This technique has gained attention for its ability to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while enhancing overall well-being. Various studies have shown that incorporating mindfulnes…