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The Burden of Wealth and Survival
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The Burden of Wealth and Survival
position, as he could fight or escape. Sodh’s survival instinct told him that he should switch his position from the helm to the front of the boat to avoid danger. So he ordered his crewman at the fro
The story follows Sodh, a boat owner who grapples with his conscience when faced with danger. Despite the risk to his life, he chooses to prioritize the safety of his crew, leading to a reflection on
The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
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The Impact of Selfishness and Bias on Society
…o be a human being, especially with regard to the cause and effects of thoughts, words and deeds in daily life and the human suffering encountered, will undoubtedly create the most favourable conditions for the…
Selfishness and bias lead to suffering when individuals prioritize self-interest over communal support. In families and communities facing problems, this behavior results in conflict. Bias manifests i
Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
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Self-Reflection and Dhamma Contemplation for Personal Growth
1. EXAMINE YOURSELF Before bedtime each night, take a few minutes to meditate upon your day. Reflect on everything you have done throughout the day, from the time you wake up, to the time you go
In this text, readers are encouraged to engage in nightly self-reflection, evaluating their daily actions to accumulate merit and relinquish negative deeds. The practice emphasizes giving up wrongdoin
Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding Nirvana and the Path to Enlightenment
Nirvana Nirvana (Pali, Nibbanna) is the state of ultimate happiness -- the happy condition of enlightenment -- the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life;
…banna, represents the ultimate state of happiness in Buddhism, transcending the sense-based joys of daily life. Attaining Nirvana marks the end of the rebirth cycle, granting liberation from cyclic existence. T…
Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation
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Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation
Daily Life of Buddhists Meditation Monica a sermon, meditate, and make merits. Also, on special days in Buddhi…
In Buddhism, monks strive to liberate themselves from suffering and attain Nirvana, similar to the Lord Buddha. Their daily routine includes morning prayers and meditation, going on alms rounds, clean
How to Meditate
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How to Meditate
How to Meditate? Monica despite the pain and suffering, one can overcome fear totally. : But you know when you're really stressed and you have too much to do, like organizing the kids, and work and ev
…sualizing calming elements like the sun can aid focus. Many believe meditation is incompatible with daily life, but it can be integrated just like other tasks such as driving. With practice, you can harness med…
Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
… The Lord Buddha gave a Dhamma discourse pertaining to a method that can be utilized as a basis for daily life and a means of establishing a stable family. It is known as "Dhamma for Laypersons." Composed of fo…
The text discusses a method for fostering a stable family as taught by the Lord Buddha through 'Dhamma for Laypersons', which includes truthfulness (sacca), self-control (dama), endurance (khanti), an
Great Master and Follower of Peace
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Great Master and Follower of Peace
…gh self- learning, or to learn how to apply that knowledge properly so that it is fully utilised in daily life. Therefore teachers are pivotal in transmitting intellectual traditions and technical skills into t…
… of calmness and peace. Good teachers are essential for fully leveraging meditation's advantages in daily life, suggesting their importance in conveying knowledge and skills effectively.
Introduction to Love and Family through Dhammakaya Meditation
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Introduction to Love and Family through Dhammakaya Meditation
…gularly. Similar to other people who had their minds consumed by the vicissitudes and influences of daily life, it was not easy to meditate initially. A key element of the Dhammakaya method was to empty the min…
The author shares their introduction to Dhammakaya meditation after realizing the challenges of daily life and mental clutter. This journey began five years ago at the Meditation Center of Chicago, followin…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 170 I was a legless single mother of two young children at that point of time in my life. I had to take care of my children on top of the challenges I faced when taking care of myself.
In this inspiring narrative, a legless single mother recounts her journey of overcoming daily challenges to care for her two young children. For over six months, she managed to handle household chores
The Journey of Meditation
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The Journey of Meditation
Wisdom My name is Chan Poi Koun (Ken), a single Singaporean. I'm 40 years old. I worked as a product manager for a multinational electronic components distribution company in Singapore. I had enjoyed
Chan Poi Koun, a 40-year-old product manager in Singapore, shares his journey into meditation after reconnecting with an old classmate. Initially seeking relaxation, Chan now practices daily, accumula
Meditation in Everyday Life
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Meditation in Everyday Life
Meditation in Everyday Life daily activities, we should regularly position our minds centrally at the middle of the body, which is 2 finger-widths above our navel level. Accustom our minds to the medi
Meditation can seamlessly fit into daily life by centering our minds at the body's center, located 2 finger-widths above the navel. Throughout th…
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Leader in Buddhism and Meditation
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Luang Phaw Dhammajayo: A Leader in Buddhism and Meditation
92 uang Phaw Dhammajayo is the abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya He was born Chaiboon Suthipol on 22 April 1944 in Singburi province, Central Thailand. During his adolescence, he became an ardent student o
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, born Chaiboon Suthipol, is the abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and has dedicated his life to propagating Buddhism and meditation. After his ordination in 1969, he played a key role
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
By studying Dhamma every day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha’s teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someday, the only things that we can bring w
Daily practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the developmen
Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…ore than one hundred Buddhist books, which published in non-technical language and be applicable to daily life. Such books have been published in Thai, Chinese, English, and Japanese.
…onastic community. Over one hundred Buddhist books have been published for practical application in daily life across diverse languages, catering to a broader audience, especially scholars and practitioners see…
Meditation for Beginners
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Meditation for Beginners
Meditation for Beginners For those who are interested in meditation for relaxation, consciousness and mindfulness. The following below are searched from www.dhammakaya.or.th. Meditation is something
…their inner peace and enhance overall wellbeing. Explore meditation as a tool for transforming your daily life and enhancing your mental clarity.
Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings (4)
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Mahāyāna Buddhism: Reasons for Diversity in the Buddha’s Teachings (4)
… “adapting a monastic lifestyle and practicing meditation extremely” to “accumulating good karma in daily life,” which has been different from Buddhist teachings in the period of Śākyamuni Buddha. In other word…
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Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
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Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
The word “Kalyanamitta” means good friends or true friends who wish their friends well, who advise them to do virtuous deeds. The members’ objective is to bring at least 3 family members and friends t
The Kalyanamitta project focuses on fostering good friendships and family connections through daily chanting and meditation. Participants aim to gather family members to dedicate time for meditation a
The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
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The Bodhisatta's Sacrifice
The Bodhisatta, still standing in the river, folded his hands tortoise-wise and took the charm, and saluting his mother cried, “Goodbye, mother.” The Yakkha said, “If you do not return, my son, I can
The Bodhisatta bids farewell to his mother Yakkha, grieving her death after she collapses from sorrow. He honors her with a funeral pyre and returns to Benares with his father. Upon his arrival, he de
Transforming Through Meditation: A Journey to Kindness
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Transforming Through Meditation: A Journey to Kindness
ERVICE S Since then, my life has changed dramatically. I do not act violently or break The Precepts anymore. Now, I spend time with books and meditation. Every morning and evening, I greet other peopl
This narrative chronicles a significant personal transformation through meditation. The author reflects on their previous life marked by anger and violence, contrasting it with their newfound calmness