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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
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Call to the Angels: Invitation to Devas
Citation for Call to the Angels BLESSINGS: Aradhana - Invitation to Devas (www.buddhist-book.com) “One day Sakka, the king of the Devas approached the Buddha and requested …
This text reflects on a significant event where Sakka, the king of the Devas, requested the Buddha to invite the Devas to witness the recitation of Dhamma. This practice foster…
The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
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The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
… be discontinued'... on the break - up of the body, after death, he reappears in the company of the Devas of the Hours. 4. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'I am well - off. These are not well - off.…
…e less fortunate. On death, those who give gifts with these thoughts are said to reappear among the Devas, indicating the spiritual merit gained through their actions. This illustrates how selflessness and…
Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
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Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
…vanakālo ayambhadantā Dhammassavanakālo ayambhadantā (In English) From around the galaxies may the devas come here. May they listen well to this Protection chanting, the True Dhamma of the King of Sages L…
This text serves as a call for the celestial beings (devas) from around the galaxies to gather and listen to the recitation of the True Dhamma, which is belie…
The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
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The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
…ught, 'Giving is good,' on the break - up of the body, after death, reappears in the company of the Devas of the Thirty-three. 60 Sariputra (Sanskrit: शारिपुत्र) or Sariputta (Pali) was one of two chief m…
…elflessly, with a pure intent recognizing the goodness of giving, attain a higher rebirth among the Devas of the Thirty-three. The teachings emphasize the spiritual merit obtained through the act of giving…
Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
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Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
…ribution of gifts'... on the break-up of the body, after death, he reappears in the company of the devas who delight in creation. 6. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'When this gift of mine is given, i…
The Dana Sutta emphasizes the importance of giving with a mindful intention, drawing parallels with great sages of the past. It illustrates how such acts of generosity lead to a serene mind and joyful
The Visit of the Buddha to Ugga's Home
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The Visit of the Buddha to Ugga's Home
… trip; they all came through the air in decorated floats created by the order of Sakka, king of the devas. Seeing the Buddha in his splendour and glory, the parents-in-law of Culasubbadda were very much i…
…er-in-law of Culasubbadda. They traveled through the air on decorated floats created by the king of devas, Sakka. The sight of the Buddha impressed Ugga and his family, leading them to offer alms-food and …
การเกิดและพัฒนาของระบบวรรณะในอินเดีย
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การเกิดและพัฒนาของระบบวรรณะในอินเดีย
…ามตายและการทำลายคือยม (Yama) เหล่านี้เป็นต้น เหตุที่ชาวอารยันยกเอาธรรมชาติขึ้นเป็นเทพเจ้า หรือเทวะ (Devas) เพราะมีความเชื่อ ว่าธรรมชาติเหล่านี้ทรงไว้ซึ่งมหิทธานุภาพ ที่สามารถจะบันดาลให้เกิดปรากฏการณ์ทาง ธร…
บทความนี้สำรวจการเกิดและการพัฒนาของระบบวรรณะในอินเดีย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงการแบ่งแยกชนกลุ่มใหม่ที่เรียกว่าศูทร รวมถึงรายละเอียดเกี่ยวกับความเชื่อของชาวอารยันและพิธีกรรมทางศาสนาที่เกิดขึ้น ก่อนที่ชาวอารยัน
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
…ly, a bright or shining one. It correlates to what we would call an angel, yet not just with wings. Devas come in many shapes, sizes, and forms. Yet another definition could be a god or supernatural being,…
This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free
Understanding the First Noble Truth
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Understanding the First Noble Truth
…n ทุกสล immoral; void of morality เทคนิคการนิมิต visualization technique เทพ, เทวา (devas) deities; divine beings; gods; inhabitants of heaven เทวา (deva) a deity who inhabits one of the ma…
The First Noble Truth explains that all conditioned existence is marked by suffering. This suffering encompasses various forms such as birth, aging, illness, and death. Essential concepts like attachm
The Tale of the White Elephant
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The Tale of the White Elephant
…y the king made him his state elephant. One festal day the king adorned the city like a city of the devas and, mounted on the elephant in all its trappings, made a solemn procession round the city attended…
In ancient Rājagaha under King Magadha, a stunning white elephant captured hearts during a royal procession, inciting jealousy in the king. Determined to rid himself of the source of praise, the king
Emotional Regulation Before Marriage
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Emotional Regulation Before Marriage
…d not be possible. Instead, it will turn in a negative direction where both will hurt each other in devastating ways, and in the end, they will no longer be able to withstand each other; divorce seems to b…
The practice of regulating one's emotions before marriage is crucial for a lasting relationship. If neither partner has learned to manage their emotions, it can lead to destructive behaviors and event
Importance of Human Behaviour and Making Choices
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Importance of Human Behaviour and Making Choices
…tivities. Such is the power of kilesa without the counterpower of an educated mind to recognize the devastating effects that kilesa has upon not only this lifetime, but also those in the future. A life wit…
บทที่ 2 เกี่ยวกับความสำคัญของมนุษยพฤติกรรมและการเลือก เปิดเผยว่าพฤติกรรมของเราเป็นผลลัพธ์จากความคิดและการกระทำซึ่งส่งผลต่อการตอบสนองต่อสถานการณ์ภายนอก การศึกษาและปฏิสัมพันธ์ทางสังคมมีส่วนในการพัฒนาควา
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…e of that battle was beyond description, just a handful of young men were left alive, barely. I was devastated at receiving the news. For years my dreams were filled with images of the wounded and dying, t…
This passage recounts a personal experience of loss during a military conflict. The writer reflects on the moment he deferred to a friend's wishes to take his place in action, leading to that friend's
Hope and Willpower: A Personal Journey of Loss
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Hope and Willpower: A Personal Journey of Loss
Hope and Willpower In 1988, I lost my beloved daughter, Yve, in an accident. She died at a public hospital in Sydney, Australia. She was disabled and would go to the hospital for short periodic treatm
…cident. Yve, a 7-year-old with disabilities, became victim to a horrific event that left her family devastated. The author navigated through intense grief while trying to support her husband and three daug…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…ed! I felt as though a nuclear bomb had exploded in my life, and there I was, standing alone in the devastation of what 'used to be' my life. As though losing my beloved child was not enough, I lost two jo…
…-old American nurse. After the tragic loss of my son on November 27, 2004, I faced immense pain and devastation. Despite losing my job, income, and friends, I continued to seek solace in prayer and meditat…
Understanding True Beauty in Partners
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Understanding True Beauty in Partners
… be consid ered insincere. There are many proverbs about this type of beauty: "Sweet words are more devastating", "Sweet beginning, bitter ending" and "Sweet mouth, sour bottom". d. Beauty of Mind: This is…
การมองหาร่วมชีวิตที่ดีนั้นเริ่มต้นจากความเข้าใจถึงความงามในหลายระดับ ได้แก่ ความงามทางกายภาพ, รูปร่าง, มารยาท และความงามภายใน โดยความงามที่แท้จริงไม่ได้อยู่ที่รูปลักษณ์ภายนอกเท่านั้น แต่รวมถึงความซื่อ
Speech of Solidarity and Verses of Resolution
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Speech of Solidarity and Verses of Resolution
… of compassion towards our fellow man in the short lives available to us. At the time when the devastation of the Boxing Day tidal wave struck, we in Thailand have borne witness to the overwhelming …
In a poignant speech, H.E. Deputy Prime Minister Somsak Thepsuthin emphasizes the teachings of Buddha regarding the Cycle of Rebirth, the interconnectedness of humanity, and the inevitability of parti
Tsunami Relief Efforts in Thailand
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Tsunami Relief Efforts in Thailand
Tsunami Relief When the southern provinces of Thailand were confronted with tsunami, over 10,000 people lost their lives. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo directed the Dhammakaya Foundation to deliver requisite
In the wake of the devastating tsunami that struck southern Thailand, claiming over 10,000 lives, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo spea…
Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
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Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
that warn, "Sweet words are more devastating" or "Sweet beginning, bitter ending" or "Sweet mouth, sour bottom." 4th Level: Beauty of Mind…
This text discusses the concept of the 'Beauty of Mind,' emphasizing responsibility through the use of four requisites: clothing, food, shelter, and medicine, alongside daily activities and job respon
How to Manage Family Life
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How to Manage Family Life
…d not be possible. Instead, it will turn in a negative direction where both will hurt each other in devastating ways, and in the end, they will no longer be able to withstand each other; divorce seems to b…
Chapter 2 discusses the importance of managing one's emotions before marriage as a foundation for a lasting relationship. When couples lack emotional control, they may hurt each other, leading to pote