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27. COME TO THE TEMPLE NOW Khun Yai encouraged those who came to the temple for the first time to visit the temple often. Whether it’s early or late in life, we all end up in the temple one way or ano

In these teachings, Khun Yai emphasizes the inevitability of visiting the temple, especially regarding death and the afterlife. No matter our life stage, we all will face the consequences of our actio

35. SEEING THROUGH PEOPLE There is a parable about a fox that was raised as a lion. It is the fox's nature to eat excrement. But one fox was taken and raised like a lion. He was fed the finest meat an

This text discusses the essence of recognizing one's true nature illustrated by a parable about a fox raised as a lion. It emphasizes the value of good human relations, teamwork, and the importance of

41. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SECRET Luang Por Wat Paknam's meditative attainment was utterly complete and profound. I have witnessed it. A secret as tiny as a strand of hair could not be hidden fro

Luang Por Wat Paknam's teachings emphasize that there are no secrets in the world, as true meditation opens the mind to profound knowledge. After weeks of meditation under his guidance, expanded consc

71. ONLY THOSE WITH A PURE HEART WILL BE WITH ME A person with a pure heart and a clear mind, one whose focus is on gaining merit, is the only kind of person I want to have in my company. Those with d

This text emphasizes that only individuals with a pure heart and clear mind, focused on gaining merit, belong together. Merely being in good company does not ensure merit; active participation in buil

103. WISHES COME THROUGH I made the following resolution while leaving a robe-offering ceremony to monks on the occasion of the Magha Puja Day® in which I was the ceremonial leader. Bring your mind to

The text reflects on the practice of making merit during the Magha Puja Day, emphasizing the importance of intention in offerings. It conveys that merit can be shared and received by others, and the o

112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A

The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen

131. HAVING CAPABLE PERSONNEL May I be surrounded with good and capable personnel. Even if they are few, may they all be ones who are wise, virtuous and capable, able to complete tasks with excellence

The text emphasizes the necessity of being surrounded by capable and virtuous personnel, recognizing that even a few wise individuals can enhance one's success. Additionally, it discusses the concept

159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a symbol of

This text emphasizes the enduring value of cleanliness, which contributes to faith, confidence, and respect within a spiritual community. It highlights how maintaining cleanliness and organization can

186. DON’T LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE Never look down upon anyone, whether he is a beggar, poor, middle class, or a millionaire. When I lived in Nakam Charsi, whenever a beggar came to me for rice, I gave

This text emphasizes the importance of not looking down on anyone, regardless of their social status. It shares personal anecdotes of generosity towards beggars. It highlights the significance of bala

HOW TO MEDITATE 237 How To Meditate The Dhammakaya meditation method was initiated in Thailand 60 years ago by Phra Mongkhalpemnu, famously known as Luang Pu Wat Paknam. It is one of the most popular

The Dhammakaya meditation method, initiated by Phra Mongkhalpemnu in Thailand 60 years ago, is popular worldwide for its simplicity and effectiveness. This method focuses on the 'body of enlightenment

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This text highlights the importance of sustainable development in local communities, focusing on ethical collaborations and the preservation of traditional art skills. By learning and integrating loca

MERITS Everybody wants to be rich, beautiful and smart. Nobody wants to be poor, ugly and dumb. But how come some people are born lucky and other are not? The answer is because of ‘merit’, or the lac

Merit is the product of good deeds and serves as a positive energy that can lead to being rich, beautiful, and smart. It encompasses virtue and goodness, influencing one's present and future based on

Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la

This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co

MEDITATION "When I'm in peace, everyone is in peace, the world will be in peace." Human beings consist of both body and mind. The mind is a form of energy which controls and sends sequels to the bra

Meditation serves as a crucial tool for mental development, enabling the mind to achieve stillness and clarity. Human beings are composed of body and mind, where a clear mind leads to good actions, wh

When your body breaks down it becomes sick. Illness of the body only affects the inflicted individual. However, when the mind is sick, many are affected. Meditation keeps the mind and body in harmony.

Meditation plays a crucial role in maintaining both mental and physical health. While physical illness primarily affects the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters hap

4. Maintain your mind at the center of the body all the time: Even after having finished your formal sitting, maintain your mind at the center of the body the whole of the time. No matter whether you

This meditation guide emphasizes the importance of centering your mind at the body's center at all times. Practitioners should continue to repeat the mantra 'Samma-Araham' and bring all arising though

Preface........................................................................................................2 1) The Story of Venerable Tissa........................................................

This collection of stories from Buddhist teachings reveals profound insights into the nature of virtue and wisdom. Each narrative illustrates a different principle, such as how evil actions can lead t

Verse 3. One Pacifying Word Is Noble Through a thousand speeches be composed of meaningless lines, better the single meaningful line one hears, then comes to calm. Explanation: Expressions replete wi

Verse 3 emphasizes the superiority of a single meaningful word over countless empty speeches. It suggests that true value lies in communication that calms the mind rather than in verbosity. This notio

7 The Story of Queen Mallika While residing at the Jětavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Mallika, queen of King Pasenadi of Kosala. One day, Mallika went into the bathro

This narrative reflects an incident involving Queen Mallika and her pet dog while she was bathing. The king, witnessing an unusual and misconstrued event, accused the queen of impropriety. The story s

There is no pregnancy, no birth from the womb, no birth from the egg, and no birth from moisture in this celestial realm. There is only one birth mode, which is ‘Oppapatika’, just like it is in the Ta

In the celestial realm, there is no conventional form of birth. The unique birth method is known as 'Oppapatika'. This realm, like the Tavimsa and Yama Realms, showcases a different physical existence