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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
Metaphors with a Dharma Master at home and what they are bringing into the classroom. And, how many bad habits can we actually fix? The teachers tend to blame the parents and the parents blame the te
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
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
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
Meetings with a Dharmar Master
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Meetings with a Dharmar Master
Meetings with a Dharmar Master [With this, he smiles because many of the people in the room are past 50. And they are groaning at the thought that they are passed the meditation stage.] If we can er
In a meeting with a Dharmar Master, the conversation revolves around the path to enlightenment and overcoming defilements. The Master emphasizes that eradicating defilements is essential for reaching
The Teachings of the Six Directions
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The Teachings of the Six Directions
Suzanne Jeffrey With this comment, the audience looks surprised and expectant. This comment is not something that they would have ever thought a Vice-Abbot of a Thai monastery would ever say. He smi
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของการสื่อสารในยุคเทคโนโลยี การมีสติในสิ่งที่เราพูด และการมีความสัมพันธ์ที่ดีในการทำงาน การคำนึงถึงผู้อื่นและความรับผิดชอบในการสื่อสารเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ ไม่ว่าจะเป็นในบริบทของการ
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
Suzanne Jeffrey "The students you are teaching now will be the politicians when you retire. If you do not teach them properly, then who is to blame? We are!! We are to blame because we are probably n
The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno
How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
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How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
How to Meditate? Monica : Ok, to my tummy. I've got it now, I have it there. Luang Phaw: Well, will you make it? Monica : Yes. I think I have made it. Luang Phaw: You can now see that meditation is no
Meditation can be easily learned by anyone, as exemplified by Monica's experience with Luang Phaw. Starting with a few minutes each day, one can gradually increase the time. The goal is to focus inter
How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
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How to Meditate: A Beginner's Guide
How to Meditate? Monica : Ok, to my tummy. I've got it now, I have it there. Luang Por Well, have you made it? Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica : : Yes. I think I have made it
In this discussion, Monica shares her journey of learning to meditate with guidance from Luang Por. They highlight that meditation is simple and can be practiced at any time, whether eyes are open or
Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
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Dhammakaya Temple: A Community of Peace and Meditation
The Dhammakaya Temple is more than just temple buildings. It is a community that exemplifies a culture of peace and non-violence where meditation comes first and material concerns come last. Establis
The Dhammakaya Temple, established on February 20, 1970, embodies a culture of peace and meditation, prioritizing spiritual growth over material concerns. It features the largest meditation hall, capa
Old Merit, New Merit
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Old Merit, New Merit
100. OLD MERIT, NEW MERIT I have pity for both the rich and the poor. Rich people are well off because they have “old” merit from their past lives to support them. However, if they don’t produce “new”
This text discusses the concept of merit, highlighting the importance of accumulating both old and new merit for future lives. It emphasizes that while rich people benefit from old merit, they risk fa
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
The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
Suzanne Jeffrey why we are here and where do we go after death. So, we have some questions regarding His life: for example, why did he spend six years in self-mortification? Is the number six signifi
In this teaching, Luang Por discusses the significance of the Buddha's life and his journey towards enlightenment. Born into wealth and possessing unique qualities, the Buddha sought wisdom from an ea
Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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Dhammakaya Temple and the Challenge of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
Of course, people closely followed the news about the Temple. After two years, the outcome was the reverse. Unbelievably, the Temple has survived to this day. Many said that in the same period of time
The Dhammakaya Temple has remarkably survived against media backlash, drawing nearly 100,000 attendees to its ceremonies, despite allegations of bribery. Meanwhile, a concerning trend of temple abando
Journey to Joy: The Evolution of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Journey to Joy: The Evolution of Dhammakaya Meditation
Journey to Joy 32 32 knowledge of the Dhammakaya Meditation grew and the number of people coming to the temple expanded. Meditation first took place under trees, then later under tents. When the numbe
The journey of Dhammakaya Meditation saw a remarkable increase in practitioners at the temple, necessitating various expansions. Initially, meditation occurred under trees and tents, but as attendance
The Purpose of Dhammakaya Temple
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The Purpose of Dhammakaya Temple
this mode of thought mankind creates many different types of research. And, to our great disappointment, most fail to have lasting success. The Dhammakaya Temple was established with the aim to make i
The Dhammakaya Temple aims to develop its members into good people through understanding the Dhamma. It has expanded globally, with an increasing number of visitors practicing to eliminate suffering a
The Dhammakaya Temple and the Dilemma of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
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The Dhammakaya Temple and the Dilemma of Abandoned Temples in Thailand
Of course, people closely followed the news about the Temple. After two years, the outcome was the reverse. Unbelievably, the Temple has survived to this day. Many said that in the same period of time
In recent years, the Dhammakaya Temple has faced severe media scrutiny yet continues to attract thousands to its ceremonies, indicating a strong community support unlike the fate of many abandoned tem
Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
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Death & Rebirth in Cultural Contexts
Death & Rebirth Monica ranging from earth sprite, tree sprite, air sprite, lower celestial being, and higher celestial being. Do you think that is understandable for people with a Christian background
The text discusses the understanding of death and rebirth from a cultural standpoint, particularly reflecting on the fear surrounding these topics in Norway. Monica shares her thoughts on how people w
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
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Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Conference for a Dhamma talk and a question/answer sessio
In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he e
Understanding Family Dynamics: Issues of Foolishness and Disconnection
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Understanding Family Dynamics: Issues of Foolishness and Disconnection
**Page 1:** Problem #2: The problem of foolishness, of not keeping up with the world, people, and of surrendering to defilements. This problem occurs when people's intelligence, knowledge and ability
The text discusses significant issues in family dynamics, emphasizing the problem of foolishness when individuals do not adapt to societal changes. Those who lag behind often blame their situation on
Meditation Practices and Community Support at the Temple
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Meditation Practices and Community Support at the Temple
Currently, every Sunday, about 10,000 people come to meditate at the temple. Usually the first Sunday of every month there are about 30,000 people. On Buddhist auspicious days, such as Magha Puja Day,
ขณะนี้ ทุกวันอาทิตย์มีผู้มาทำสมาธิที่วัดประมาณ 10,000 คน โดยเฉพาะวันอาทิตย์แรกของเดือนจะมีประมาณ 30,000 คน ในวันสำคัญทางพุทธศาสนา เช่น วันมาฆบูชา วันวิสาขบูชา หรือพิธีกรรมกฐิน จะมีพิธีพิเศษในช่วงบ่าย