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Each centre has regular meditation practise and activities including offering sustenance to Buddha on every first Sunday of the month, dedicating merit to the decreased, releasing fish and other creat

Each centre hosts regular meditation practices and activities like offering sustenance to Buddha, dedicating merit to the deceased, and releasing creatures. Special ceremonies are complemented by cour

Meditation for World Peace A Meditation Guide Start by sitting in a relaxed half-lotus position by placing your right leg on your left leg, and your right hand on your left hand. The index finger of

Meditation for World Peace is a guide that helps individuals connect with their inner selves while promoting global harmony. It describes a comfortable meditation posture - the half-lotus - to facilit

middle of the clear crystal ball at the centre of your body. The mantra is “Samma Arahang”, which means make the mind pure and detached from all forms of suffering. Or you can use the words “clear and

This meditation guide focuses on visualizing a clear crystal ball at the center of your body, using the mantra 'Samma Arahang' to purify the mind. As you meditate, maintain a still mind and observe th

The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sāngahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe

The Buddha highlighted benevolence as key to mutual happiness. The Four Universal Forms include: 1. Giving (Dāna) – sharing wealth and support fosters a positive atmosphere. 2. Pleasant Speech (Piyavā

Chapter 34 Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children Meditation is the most effective way to train the mind to focus. The practice helps to strengthen the mind so that it will not be easily div

Meditation is vital for training children’s minds to focus, helping them resist temptations. Parents should inspire a love for meditation from a young age to enhance their ability to absorb guidance.

He pondered about what he should do with his life, and came to the conclusion that there was nothing more worthwhile for him to do than pursuing a life of purity by becoming a monk. He made the resolu

Sodh, later known as Candasaro Bhikkhu, decided to pursue a life of purity by ordaining as a monk at the age of 22. He practiced meditation relentlessly and sought the guidance of esteemed teachers ac

Suzanne Jeffrey which will lead to destructive thoughts and eventually into darkness. So, as we can see, different habits lead to different lives. All of our habits come from our early training. “Ho

This text discusses how habits develop from early training and repeated actions, and emphasizes that both good and bad habits influence our lives. It highlights the need for teachers to first correct

THE BASIC MEDITATION PRACTICE Meditation is something which we already do in everyday life allowing us to focus on the task at hand - but the depth of meditation is superficial. The events around us i

Meditation is a practice we often engage in unknowingly, helping us concentrate on tasks. However, distractions compromise our focus. By deepening meditation, we can still the wandering mind, which is

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

stung when the bedbugs bit me, but I would not kill them. I would catch them and put them in a spittoon covered with a piece of paper so they could not get away. When morning came, I would release the

The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t

60. I CHERISH MEDITATION During the time I attended Luang Por's super advanced meditation workshop at Paknam, I never left the temple and was there for the entire duration. Some people went home to se

In this collection of reflections, the author shares profound insights gained from attending a meditation workshop and personal challenges faced in building a temple. The narrative emphasizes the impo

The event begins after Buddhist Lent and continues for one month. กรรม kamma; karma; action; deed; willed action; an intentional action that has future consequences, including future reboots; th

This text delves into the fundamental concept of kamma (karma) in Buddhism, emphasizing that every intentional action we perform leads to future consequences. The Buddha defines kamma as volition (cet

- Mental Cultivation (bhavana) through meditation. Mind is the most important composite of the entire human entity. The mind is the source of all actions, good or bad. Good thoughts produce good a

Mental cultivation (bhavana) through meditation is essential for achieving inner peace and a clear mind. The mind is the source of all actions, and its state greatly influences one's life and deeds. G

* What is a mind without a body? A ghost. * What is a body without a mind? A corpse. * The mind and body must function in good balance and harmony. - A body with healthy mind = intelligent, alert, m

The text discusses the intricate relationship between mind and body, emphasizing that both must coexist in harmony for optimal functioning. It highlights the necessity of mental care akin to physical

The Fourth Absorption which is accompanied by two factors: happiness [sukhα] and one-pointedness [ekaggatα]. The Fifth Absorption [pañcamaajahana] which is accompanied by two factors: one-pointedness

This text outlines the five absorptions in meditation, detailing the factors involved in each stage, including joy, happiness, one-pointedness, and equanimity. Importantly, one-pointedness is a consis

The basic meditation described here will lead to a deepening of happiness in life. If one doesn't abandon the practice but cultivates meditation regularly, to the point that the sphere of Dhamma is at

Basic meditation can deepen happiness in life. By regularly practicing meditation and maintaining the Dhamma sphere, one can find refuge and happiness now and in the afterlife. Benefits include a calm

”…let the mind come to a standstill and do not be afraid of the sensation of dying. Tell yourself, ‘as long as you’re not ill, you cannot die’.” Without fail, on Sundays, quarter- moon days and Thursd

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there. Focus your mind continuously on the tiny star at the centre of the object of meditation. The mind will adjust itself until it comes to a perfect standstill. At that point, the mind will fall th

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Chapter 5 Great Master and Follower of Peace Regardless of our age, wealth or social status, we all need teachers if we want to become knowledgeable in some area. This is because it may not be possib

Mindfulness is a practice that focuses on being present in the moment, contributing to improved mental health and overall happiness. Engaging in mindfulness activities such as meditation, deep breathi

shadow. Sometimes she thought she was destined never to achieve inner experience¹ in meditation. Chandra would ask in desperation, “if there is Dhamma, why can't I see it for myself?” Upāsika Thongsuk

This text delves into the significance of mindfulness in enhancing mental health and overall quality of life. It details various mindfulness techniques, their origins, and how they can be integrated i