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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master is a more coarse way to judge good and/or bad, we might not have the best way but at least people can live with one another. In addition to custom or tradition, we can a
The text explores how good and bad actions are judged in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of intention in determining Kamma. It reflects on the historical context of societal divisions due to misu
Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
Mappings with a Dharma Master we first start with our own individual self and then work outward in all directions. “The six directions start with the smallest unit, ourselves. We are in the center o
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
Understanding the Six Directions in Education and Moral Development
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Understanding the Six Directions in Education and Moral Development
Meeting #19 9AM - 20 March 2010 "Yesterday, I said to you that we would talk about the six directions. These, we cannot separate. They are, in fact, the same thing, only each direction has a differen
In this meeting, the focus is on the six directions, emphasizing their interconnected nature and the importance of harmonizing relationships in personal and national development. Education is portraye
The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
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The Importance of True Friendship and Self-Reflection
for who we are: Not in the mirror, but inside of our mind. If we focus on the external, then defilements cloud our mind. We will develop false friendships and these are people around you who have not
In our lives, we encounter both true and false friends. False friends can lead us down destructive paths due to their selfishness, insincerity, and lack of principles. They can contribute to societal
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
Networking with a Dharma Politizer We worship money as God and morality is lost. When we do this, we begin to associate with ‘bad’ people, or people who lead us away from the very thing that would he
In examining the decline of empires, we find a key factor in the worship of money, leading to a loss of morality. This disintegration results in laziness and dependency on society. Understanding the R
กิจกรรมฝึกสอนวิปัสสนาและธรรมะ
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กิจกรรมฝึกสอนวิปัสสนาและธรรมะ
THICS & MEDITATION TRAINING ACTIVITIES Meditation instruction for all-comers is given every Sunday to a congregation of approximately 10,000 people in Sapha Dhammakaya Hall. On Sunday afternoons, a s
ฝ่ายการสอนวิปัสสนาจัดกิจกรรมทุกวันอาทิตย์ที่ห้องสัปปายะธรรมะคายะ มีผู้เข้าร่วมประมาณ 10,000 คน และตกแต่งธรรมเทศนาในบ่ายวันอาทิตย์เพื่อให้ความรู้เกี่ยวกับชีวิตประจำวัน วันอาทิตย์แรกของเดือนมีประชาชนใกล
Dhammakaya Foundation's Humanitarian Efforts
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Dhammakaya Foundation's Humanitarian Efforts
The text extracted from the image is: "Health Care The Dhammakaya Foundation also provides a mobile medical care unit which allows many people otherwise unable to reach health care, the means by whic
The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a vital role in providing health care through its mobile medical unit and a daily service at its Medical Centre. The foundation has a strong commitment to blood donatio
The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
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The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
have already undergone ordination before His Majesty granted titles. Therefore, civil servants of that period were all ordained, and sought to encourage their male children to be ordained as well, upo
บทความนี้สำรวจการเปลี่ยนแปลงและการลดลงของการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับธรรมะในสังคมไทย โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในช่วงหลังกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ เมื่อระบบการศึกษาหมุนเข้าสู่แนวทางตะวันตก ส่งผลให้ผู้คนเริ่มเชื่อว่า ความรู้ด้านวิ
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
Even when the individual knows about the benefits of ordination, it is no small task to give up family and worldly possessions for the sake of Dhamma. The individual must have a strong inner desire, l
The text discusses the difficulties faced by individuals when choosing ordination, which requires strong inner desire and familial support. It recounts the story of Lord Buddha's own decision to ordai
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
and study the Dhamma to the best of their ability. By passing on the knowledge monks learn from the teachings of Lord Buddha, monks are in return offering a gift that is more valuable than anyth
This text discusses the reciprocal relationship between monks and the community through the exchange of alms and teachings. The author emphasizes the importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer v
Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
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Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
Having thought more about that, and I returned to my simple monks' quarters (kuti), I felt I had no time to rest. I immediately started meditating with diligence. After I finished meditating, I studie
บทความนี้สำรวจความหมายและที่มาของประเพณีการใส่บาตรในประเทศไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการให้ และทำไมไม่นักบวชควรจะเป็นฝ่ายแสดงความขอบคุณผ่านการไหว้ให้กับญาติโยม และความรู้ที่มอบให้จะมีค่ากว่าทรัพย
Lessons from Khun Yea: Wisdom in Everyday Life
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Lessons from Khun Yea: Wisdom in Everyday Life
her best to make the job less unappealing. The paper floated on top of the spittoon, so that people would not have to see the dirty tissues below. Dhammaprasit House was a large building housing many
The story reflects on Khun Yea's approach to teaching and daily living, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness in the bathroom to prevent slips among the elderly. She exhibits patience when dealing
Overcoming Defilements for True Happiness
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Overcoming Defilements for True Happiness
What can you do to rid yourself of these three defilements? This last duty exists to remind a monk to practice wholeheartedly the first nine monastic duties in order to gain respect from laymen. *Th
To rid yourself of the three defilements, focus on wholeheartedly practicing the nine monastic duties, which ultimately leads to respect from laymen. Living a life aligned with the true purpose of ord
The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
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The Lotus Flower: A Symbol of Purity and Knowledge
THE LOTUS FLOWER Held in high regard and respect for millennia by many differing cultures and segments of seeking humanity, the lotus flower is a symbol of purity and illumination rising from the mudd
The lotus flower has been a revered symbol across cultures for its representation of purity and illumination, emerging from the muddy depths of human suffering. The text emphasizes the ongoing human q
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
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The Complete Teacher: Integrating Academic Excellence and Dhamma in Education
Chapter 3 directly and indirectly so that students can understand and learn thoroughly. This requires trainers who have not only the first level of wisdom, which is from memorization, but also from t
บทนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของครูในฐานะที่เป็นแบบอย่างและการผสมผสานความรู้ทางวิชาการเข้ากับธรรม เพื่อช่วยให้นักเรียนเติบโตเป็นคนดี เนื้อหายังกล่าวถึงระดับความเข้าใจที่พระพุทธเจ้าสอนเกี่ยวกับชีวิต สี่ขั้นต
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
Goals of Life Life goals have three levels: the goal on Earth, the goal in the celestial realm, and the goal beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th
Closing Speech by Most Ven. Phrabhavanaviriyakhun
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Closing Speech by Most Ven. Phrabhavanaviriyakhun
Closing Speech by Most Ven. Phrabhavanaviriyakhun Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya Temple This conference has helped every participant to have the same view that the dissemination of Buddhism in thi
ในการประชุมนี้ ทุกคนมีมุมมองเดียวกันว่า การเผยแผ่พระพุทธศาสนาในยุคเทคโนโลยีสูงนั้นต้องอาศัยชีวิตตามแนวทางของพระธรรม มีการเน้นการปรับปรุงตัวเองและแก้ไขพฤติกรรม ตามห้องทั้งห้าของชีวิต การทำเช่นนี้ทำให้เ
Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
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Khun Yai: The Builder of the Dhammakaya Temple
AN AMAZING WOMAN With two bare hands and a mere savings of 3,200 Baht (equivalent to US$160 at that time), Khun Yai managed to build the Dhammakaya Temple of Thailand, the biggest Buddhist temple in
Khun Yai, with just 3,200 Baht, constructed the Dhammakaya Temple, the world's largest Buddhist temple, embodying extraordinary mental powers and wisdom. Despite her lack of formal education, she insp
Strive to Build Maximum Merit
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Strive to Build Maximum Merit
17. STRIVE TO BUILD MAXIMUM MERIT Dhamma is something deep and profound. It is not easy for ordinary people to attain or even comprehend in a short amount of time. You know that it is difficult to
การมีชีวิตเป็นมนุษย์นั้นเป็นการอัศจรรย์ที่สำคัญมาก เราต้องใช้ชีวิตให้มีคุณค่าและสร้างบุญให้มากที่สุด พระพุทธศาสนาย้ำว่าการกระทำดีจะส่งผลดี ซึ่งบุญคือสิ่งเดียวที่เราสามารถนำติดตัวไปหลังจากตาย ทุกคนต้อง