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The Nature of Human Beings
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The Nature of Human Beings
…s consists of five characteristics. 1. By nature, humans will not kill. A human who takes life has deviated from the nature of humankind. He has turned animalistic, like tigers, bears, or crocodiles whic…
The text discusses the fundamental nature of human beings, emphasizing five key characteristics that define humanity. The first precept highlights the importance of not killing, suggesting that violen
The Importance of the Five Precepts
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The Importance of the Five Precepts
…ly exists to produce trouble for himself and society. Unfortunately, today, as more and more people deviate from the Five Precepts, not following the Five Precepts has become acceptable. This lack of a mo…
…intaining peace on earth. They quantify human behavior: observing all means being fully human while deviating leads to increasing animalistic traits. A society that neglects these precepts risks creating …
The Importance of Teaching Respect and Meditation to Children
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The Importance of Teaching Respect and Meditation to Children
…haos. "All parents want their children to grow up to be good people, but leaving them to their own devices, hoping that they will naturally grow up to be good, is not the right way. Parents will have to …
Parents strive for their children to become good individuals, but hoping they will learn on their own isn't sufficient. Teaching respect through actions like bowing and politeness, alongside meditatio
The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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The Complex Dynamics of Lebanese Politics and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
… The elections held in the early summer only hardened the split. Held on the basis of an old Syrian-devised electoral law that gerrymandered electoral districts, the elections stirred up sectarian tension…
This text discusses the political dynamics in Lebanon following the Cedar Revolution, highlighting the division between the anti-Syrian March 14 coalition and the pro-Syrian March 8 forces. It outline
Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
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Engaging Iran: A Focus on Iraq and Diplomatic Strategies
…uranium. Such consensus is relatively unusual in Tehran and various factions would find it risky to deviate from this position. Iranian leaders judge that the United States, France, the United Kingdom, an…
This text discusses the necessity of the U.S. focusing on Iraq to facilitate a U.S.-Iranian dialogue, aiming to retain Iraq's territorial integrity and mitigate civil conflict. It emphasizes the chall
Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
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Inaugural Volume of Buddhist Research by Dhammachai International Research Institute
…om Penh, Cambodia for their generously donated time and instruction on the photographic techniques, devices and applications appropriate to our work. The progress of academic research personnel in DIRI ha…
On August 27, 2012, the Dhammachai International Research Institute (DIRI) marked the 44th anniversary of Luang Phaw Dhammajayo's ordination and the significant Buddhajayanti 2600. This inaugural rese
Serving the Royal Family
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Serving the Royal Family
…t the big drum was a leftover from the war, and I was told that the drum was used to be a signaling device for the soldiers. Later, I went to see the royal parade at the end of the city. I find out about…
เรื่องราวนี้เล่าถึงการเดินทางส่วนตัวเกี่ยวกับความภักดีและความภูมิใจในการรับใช้ราชวงศ์ โดยผู้เล่าได้มีโอกาสชมพระราชกรณียกิจและขบวนพาเหรด การได้ทำหน้าที่พิเศษเพื่อดูแลกิจกรรมในพระราชวัง เป็นประสบการณ์ที
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
and how to get more of it. This is a vicious cycle. 3. Nirodha: The way to end suffering exists; we need to end the cycle of craving. 4. Magga: The way to do this? Through following the Eightfold Nobl
…nsibility for actions and their consequences. The term Kilesa is described as distractions that can deviate focus from a peaceful state of being. Lastly, polite designations like Khun are explored, reveal…
Born Alone, Die Alone
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Born Alone, Die Alone
… sound, smell, taste and touch? Reflect upon this carefully. A wrong path, once chosen, is hard to deviate from. February 9, 1975 *Perfections (parami): 'Perfected Virtue'; transcendental virtues. In B…
Life is fleeting and solitary; focus on saving oneself before aiding others. With the knowledge of Buddhism, one must act promptly to reap its benefits or risk a wasted life. Achieving Perfections and
Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
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Pursuing Perfections Until You Prevail
111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti
…eed to avoid distractions, particularly from the opposite sex, as sympathy can lead to weakness and deviation from one's spiritual path. Many have faltered due to intimacy, making prevention essential. Ma…
Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
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Understanding Kamma and Buddhist Practices
… unhappy ภะยัสดงศคาย Sakyans; Saky clan กลิ่น (kasina) meditation device; ten meditation aids, consisting of earth, air, water, fire, blue, yellow, red, white, space, and…
… enlightenment and a deeper understanding of their actions. Each element mentioned, from meditation devices (กลิ่น) to the Sakyans (ภะยัสดงศคาย), reflects the rich tapestry of beliefs and rituals that cha…
Understanding Buddhism: Key Concepts and Texts
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Understanding Buddhism: Key Concepts and Texts
…icle position awake with awareness awake in the sea of merit fire contemplation; fire as meditation device shrine; altar; group of tables containing images of Buddha triple robe; the three robes of a bhik…
This text delves into crucial Buddhist principles including the Tipitaka, which is a comprehensive scripture forming the foundation of Buddhist teachings. It encompasses three baskets: Vinaya Pitaka,
Understanding the Buddha: His Life and Teachings
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Understanding the Buddha: His Life and Teachings
…u, on the Indian border of present day Nepal. He was the son of King Suddhodana and Queen Maha Maya Devi who lived in the kingdom of the Sakyans, a tribe of the Aryan race that lived in the North India. A…
Buddha, meaning 'awakened', refers to a fully enlightened being. Gotama was the historical Buddha, born in 623 B.C. as Prince Siddhattha in present-day Nepal. At 29, he renounced royal life in search
Stories of Virtue and Vice in Monastic Life
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Stories of Virtue and Vice in Monastic Life
…rough practice & perseverance fulfill. 2. The story of Suwanmandaew The story of Suwanmandaew (the devil) 3. The story of Ammabay of Samavadi The story of Ammabay of Samavadi (the famous monk)." and so…
บทความนี้เล่าถึงเรื่องราวของพระภิกษุทั้งสามองค์ที่แสดงให้เห็นถึงผลของกรรมดีและกรรมชั่ว พระเดวะดัตถะจะนำเสนอเนื้อหาที่สอนให้เห็นว่าการกระทำชั่วนำมาซึ่งความทุกข์ ในขณะที่การกระทำดีทำให้เกิดความสุข นอกจา
The King's Test of Skill
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The King's Test of Skill
Now one day the family priest said to the king, "My lord, because this youth does nothing by the power of his art, we do not know whether he has any skill or not: we will now test him." The king read
…nd family priest seek to test a youth's abilities after treasure goes missing from the palace. They devise a plan where the youth must demonstrate his skills. The king pretends ignorance and involves the …
The Crocodile River Plot
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The Crocodile River Plot
7) In a village of Benares, sire, on the western side of a gentleman's house was a river full of savage crocodiles, and in this family was an only son, who on the death of his father watched over his
…er by throwing her into a river filled with crocodiles. The son, uneasy about the murder, cunningly devises a plan to mark his mother-in-law's bed, aligning with his wife's deceit without revealing his tr…
Mayavi Ganga Devi Gala Oothu Dheivame
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Mayavi Ganga Devi Gala Oothu Dheivame
Mayavi Ganga Devi Gala Oothu Dheivame Endra Thunaiyil Ingu Endra Thunaiyil Ingu Endra Thaaiyinai Endra Thunaiyil Ingu…
This text delves into the theme of divine assistance represented through the concept of 'Thunaiyil'. It emphasizes the maternal figure as a source of strength and support, intertwined with beliefs abo
อุรังคนีาน: ตำนานพระธาตุทางภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ
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อุรังคนีาน: ตำนานพระธาตุทางภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ
… the Mekong River in Laos. The main purpose of the Urāṅganidāna is to eulogise Brah Dhatū Phanom by devising a story that the place was once visited by the Buddha. Hence its sanctity is established. Conco…
อุรังคนีานเป็นเอกสารที่บรรยายถึงตำนานพระธาตุในภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือของประเทศไทย รวมถึงพื้นที่ฝั่งตะวันออกของแม่น้ำโขงในลาว โดยมีจุดประสงค์หลักคือการยกย่องบราวะ Dhatū Phanom และสร้างเรื่องเล่าที่ว่าพระ