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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…

In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of P…

…r own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU ARE THE MORE MERIT YOU GAIN In order for one to attain the crystal c…

The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlighte…

…ang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin a blessing chant from the first word, 'Yadt…

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visua…

124. GRAB THE FLAG OF VICTORY We are extremely fortunate to be born a human being. We are born to pursue virtue, to build spiritual benefits.…

This text emphasizes the importance of being human and the opportunity to build spiritual assets through virtue.…

…eech and mind, and I looked at my inner merit sphere and my inner Dhamma sphere, and I saw all of them to be utterly bright and luminous. This made me happy. I looked at all the "programs" (past actions…

…maintaining purity in body, speech, and mind to overcome the negative influence of Mara. The author emphasizes making resolutions to stay on the path of goodness, assuring that past virtuous actions wil…

… capable, able to complete tasks with excellence. And may I have the ability to fully provide for them so that they can live with comfort. June 24, 1980 132. ACCUMULATE MERIT UNTIL YOU TRIUMPH In meri…

The text emphasizes the necessity of being surrounded by capable and virtuous personnel, recognizing that even …

…PLACE WITH FRESH AIR Nowadays I see that people live in high rises and other congested places. It seems like a prison with so little freedom. It leads me to make this resolution: May I live in a place w…

This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, spe…

…d be patient with the naysayers. Always strive to improve yourself. Examine yourself and make improvements where you see flaws. The self improvements you make in this lifetime will benefit you in your f…

This passage emphasizes the enduring qualities of fortitude and tolerance to avoid bad karma and hardships. It enco…

…ther, so we might as well fight. Fight until you are too ill to do so. In my efforts to build this temple, I worked night and day to finish my goal. I worked so hard until my body became malnourished. A…

This text emphasizes that a leader's attitude directly influences their subordinates. A serious and diligent lea…

…e my legs, but my will was strong. I was not willing to give in, I tried to move my legs but they seemed to have been paralyzed and were not responding at all. I wiggled my toes little by little, until …

… face of challenges. The author recounts a personal experience of falling and feeling paralyzed but emphasizing the indomitable will to overcome the situation. Through determination, they gradually rega…

144. WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT SERIOUSLY Since I arrived at the temple, many people looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by t…

…tion with seriousness and focus. Despite facing mistreatment and negativity from others, the author emphasizes the value of maintaining a Dhamma mindset and the quest for inner peace. By not engaging in…

…T On the outside it may appear that I have surrendered to my foes. But on the inside my conviction remains as strong and unwavering as ever. Instead of using words, I fight with Dhamma. I may appear to …

In this contemplative piece, the author shares insights on the contrast between outward appearances and inner conv…

147. FINAL LIFETIME I reflected on my situation and I perceived that, in one of my past lifetimes, I must have committed certain unwholesome acts that resulted in negative retributions for me. That w

…n this text, the author reflects on the challenges encountered in their current life, attributing them to past misdeeds. Recognizing this as the final lifetime, the commitment to performing good deeds i…

…ce. I build virtue. I fight silently. I rely on my merit for help. And I win because of merit. September 10, 1991 148. ONE LAST LIFETIME Endure for one more lifetime. After this, things will be differ…

This text emphasizes the challenges of pursuing virtue, the importance of enduring struggles in silence, and the…

…er than others. Be humble and patient. Your teachers and elders have only good intentions for you. Remember what I say here. Make resolutions to not lose yourself on this point, or you will miss the opp…

This text emphasizes the significance of maintaining humility and self-control in personal development and worki…

…erfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind is focused on merit. This is my final life th…

…cusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential conflict into goodw…

159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a sym…

This text emphasizes the enduring value of cleanliness, which contributes to faith, confidence, and respect with…

…hen I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the temple and abide by them with full respect. That was why I enjoyed very good welfare. I respected Luang…

…biding by the rules at spiritual places is essential for personal growth. At Wat Paknam, the author emphasizes the need to learn and respect regulations, leading to improved welfare and community respon…

…d to become negative and think of the worst. They become discouraged, disheartened, depressed, and demonized. These negative emotions give the opportunity for Mara to come in with its malicious “program…

…virtue for meditation practice. Despite facing severe illness due to relentless efforts, the author emphasizes the importance of taking refuge in merit to survive. The text also highlights the detriment…

…t Lunar Pong Wat Pahkam, I knew there was a way. So as soon as I was sure my family could support themselves, I left home. June 7, 1981

…luence of alcohol, lashes out after feeling insulted by her mother. This event triggers a series of emotional challenges for the girl, including her father's curse of deafness, which instills fear in he…