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The Essence of Inner Peace and World Harmony
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The Essence of Inner Peace and World Harmony
"hat has been a wonderful experience here in this temple is that all religions are welcome. We sit side by side and meditate. The Abbot’s vision of world peace through inner peace is absolutely unique
This text emphasizes the importance of inner peace as a foundation for world peace, advocating for empathy among diverse religions and cultures. Hollywood actor Gary Stretch shares his experience in a
Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
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Understanding Self-Dependence in Marriage
hope that you will find someone else to help you with the many things in life. There are some who get married because they expect that their spouse will treat them favorably in different ways; and at
In a marriage, expectations can lead to disappointment if not grounded in self-dependence. Many marry for beauty or behavior, but these qualities fade. True relationships rely on self-sufficiency and
The Power of Endurance and Gentleness
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The Power of Endurance and Gentleness
When a situation arises that requires endurance, we must try to calm our minds as if we have a volcano inside ready to erupt that **we are almost unable to take, but we must be able to endure**. Gent
When faced with challenging situations, it's crucial to calm the mind as if a volcano is ready to erupt. Gentleness helps reduce mental strain through various strategies, with meditation being the mos
Metaphors for Mind Purification
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Metaphors for Mind Purification
gentleness in their minds. So they converted these virtues into metaphors for practical purposes, which included the following four magic forms of conduct: Magic Form of Conduct #1: Eyes like the kno
This text delves into four magic forms of conduct symbolizing virtues for mental clarity, derived from natural observations made by our grandparents. Each metaphor teaches important life lessons aimed
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
Raising a Child to be Wholesome
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Raising a Child to be Wholesome
Raising a Child to be Wholesome Wholesome children have parents who have taught them to have discipline in both their worldly lives and in Dhamma. Discipline is taught in conjunction with their use o
การเลี้ยงดูเด็กให้เป็นคนดีนั้นมีพื้นฐานมาจากการให้วินัยในชีวิตทั้งด้านโลกและธรรม โดยพ่อแม่จำเป็นต้องเป็นแบบอย่างที่ดีผ่านพฤติกรรมของตนเอง เพื่อสอนให้เด็กมีวินัยในด้านต่างๆ เช่น การพูด, เวลา, ความสะอาด
Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of
This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation. It explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlif
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
bad deeds, in his last moment of life, he will experience great suffering. "As a daughter, you should stay close to your father. When the chance arises, give your father a Dhamma talk; bring him f
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W
In Buddhism, External Fools are non-Buddhists who seek to distort and undermine Buddhist teachings, casting aspersions on monks and creating confusion. Internal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists
Abandoned and Prosperous Temples: The Dhammakaya Temple Case
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Abandoned and Prosperous Temples: The Dhammakaya Temple Case
Chapter 42 Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples In October 1998, an important Buddhist event occurred in Thailand. News had been published about the Dhammakaya Temple. I remember when the Thai
ในเดือนตุลาคม ปี 1998 เกิดเหตุการณ์สำคัญทางพุทธศาสนาในประเทศไทย โดยเฉพาะที่วัดธัมมไคย ซึ่งขณะนั้นกลางวิกฤตเศรษฐกิจไทย วัดนี้ถูกโจมตีจากสื่อในทุกด้าน นักวิจารณ์หลายคนคาดการณ์ว่าวัดนี้จะกลายเป็นวัด aban
Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
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Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
Negative circumstances resulting from carelessly reading negative news If parents do not teach their children to thoroughly analyze the truth in articles about monks, the children may thoughtlessly b
Neglecting to teach children how to analyze negative news about monks leads to misconceptions and misunderstandings about Buddhism and the law of Kamma. When children generalize that all monks are mor
Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,
This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost
Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) Overview
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Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) Overview
The Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) is a research institute that traces the roots of the Buddha’s teachings back to original manuscripts with the aim of finding true and clear evide
The Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) is dedicated to tracing the origins of the Buddha's teachings, aiming to discover clear evidence of early Dhamma practices. Established by the 60
สังโมทนียกถา: การสร้างบุญเพื่อความสุข
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สังโมทนียกถา: การสร้างบุญเพื่อความสุข
สังโมทนียกถา ข้พระองค์ขอเล่าเรื่องราวให้ฟังในลักษณะนี้นะ พระองค์ทรงเมตตาและอุบาสกถวายในการสร้างและบำเพ็ญบุญต่างๆ เพื่อความสุขและอร่อยของเราเองทั้งในปัจจุบันและอนาคต. ข้าพระองค์ขอกราบขอบคุณพระพุทธคุณ
บทความนี้เกี่ยวกับการบรรยายของพระธรรมอาจารย์ใหญ่ที่แสดงให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการสร้างบุญและการปฏิบัติตามหลักธรรมของพระพุทธเจ้า ซึ่งนำมาซึ่งความสุขและความสงบในชีวิต ทั้งนี้มีการอธิบายถึงความหมายของธรรม
Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
… it is not just the teachings that are to be equated with the dhamma; it is the reality that the Buddha has realized. The body of the Buddha signifies “rebirth on a transcendental plane” and indicates “the …
This text delves into the doctrine of dhammakāya, representing a new spiritual identity that arises from teachings, akin to nourishment from milk. It connects the concepts found in the Agañña-sutta, i
Exploring Ancient Thai Meditation Manuscripts and Their Influence
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Exploring Ancient Thai Meditation Manuscripts and Their Influence
of the original content of the palm-leaf manuscript is provided along with a translation into modern Thai and English. It consists of a correlation of body parts with the sublime attributes of the enl
This content discusses the significance of ancient Thai palm-leaf manuscripts, especially those of the bŏran kammaṭṭhān type, which correlate body parts with Buddha's attributes and suggest daily rec
Nong Pa Fa Cave Manuscripts: A Historical Insight
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Nong Pa Fa Cave Manuscripts: A Historical Insight
The Nong Pa Fa Cave manuscripts are quite old and one of them dates back to 2112 BE (1569 CE), or 441 years, which is extremely rare for a palm-leaf manuscript. The oldest manuscript, however, is kept
The Nong Pa Fa Cave manuscripts are ancient, with one dating back to 2112 BE (1569 CE). The oldest, from 1520 CE, resides in Luang Prabang. These writings in a Lao variant of Dhamma script include a c
Understanding Dhammakāya: A Noble Identity
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Understanding Dhammakāya: A Noble Identity
As a noun, the term refers to the new identity of a noble person once he/she is transubstantiated either from the worldly plane to a supramundane plane or from a lower transcendent state to a higher.
The term Dhammakāya refers to the new identity of a noble person following transubstantiation, highlighting different levels of realization. It embodies the reality spiritually identified with the Bud
Bibliography of Buddhist Studies
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Bibliography of Buddhist Studies
Bibliography Dutt, Nalinaksha. Mahayana Buddhism. Delhi: Motilal Banarsidass, 1978. Geiger, Wilhelm. “Dhamma and Brahman.” Zeitschrift flour buddhismus (1921): 73-83. Gombrich, Richard. “The Buddha’s
This bibliography encompasses significant scholarly works in Buddhist studies, offering insights into various aspects such as the early Buddhist philosophy, the concept of Dharmakāya, and teachings of
A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
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A Comprehensive Look at Buddhist Literature and Philosophy
Crosby, Kate et.al. “The Sutta on Understanding Death in the Transmission of Born Meditation From Siam to the Kandyan Court,” in Journal of Indian Philosophy, 40. Crosby, Kate. 2000. “Tantric Theravā
This collection presents an array of scholarly works focused on the literature and teachings of Buddhism. It includes analyses of the Sutta on Understanding Death, Tantric Theravāda writings, and the