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…e reached the bank of the river that was the limit. The mother too, when on her return she missed them, pursued after them. The Bodhisatta carried his father into the middle of the river, and she came …

… her knowledge of the philosopher’s stone as a means to stay connected. This narrative highlights themes of familial bonds, duty, and the painful choices between the realms of humans and the supernatura…

…t us the property carried off by the thieves, but will you be able to catch the thieves and bring them to us?” “My lord, the thieves are here: they are not far off.” “Who are they?” “Great king, …

…who has recovered treasure from thieves. The king, overwhelmed with appreciation for the recovery, demands the capture of the thieves, but the youth suggests that the presence of the treasure is suffici…

…"Sire, even as water is the refuge of the people, so also is it with kings. If danger arises from them, who shall avert that danger? This, sire, is a secret matter. I have told a story intelligible to t…

… Patala, a talented dancer, who laments that the very waters that save people also bring about his demise. The Bodhisatta uses this to highlight the double-edged nature of kingship, where a king's prote…

"Friend, I understand not a hidden story like this. Catch the thieves and bring them to me." Then the Bodhisatta said, "Hear then this, sire, and understand." And he told yet another …

…l lesson on the unpredictability of life and the dangers of attachment. Discover the rich teachings embedded in this ancient story that resonate with timeless wisdom and reflect on our own lives. This n…

… was shut. Blinded with smoke and unable to find his way out and tormented by the rising flame, he remained inside lamenting, and spoke this stanza: That which destroys the cold, and parches grain, Con…

…fort to save his belongings from a fire leads to despair when he becomes trapped. The overarching theme emphasizes the irony of safety becoming perilous, highlighting the complexities of duty and trust …

…r is dead, now let us kill yours.” “Very well then,” he said, “we will make a funeral pile in the cemetery, and cast her into the fire and kill her.” So the man and his wife took her while she was asl…

…e and her husband conspire to kill her mother-in-law after the wife's own mother is killed. They attempt to create a funeral pyre but inadvertently awaken the old woman, leading to a suspenseful moment …

8) Of old, sire, in this very city a man in answer to his prayer had a son. At his birth the father was full of joy and gladness at the thought of having got a son, and cherished him. When the boy was

…ards their parents and extends this moral to the king's duty to protect his people. It serves as a reminder that those in power must care for those who depend on them, emphasizing the importance of loya…

…other, there is nothing marvellous in recognizing footsteps on the earth: sages of old recognized them in the air," and he identified the Birth:—At the conclusion of the Truths the lay Brother and his s…

…hey unite to punish him and elevate the Bodhisatta to the throne. The tale not only showcases the themes of justice and morality but also highlights the importance of recognizing truth in actions. The M…

…roused by seeing a finely dressed woman. Then the Master thus addressed him: "Brother, these women tempt men by their figure and voice, scents, perfumes, and touch, and by their wiles and dalliance; thu…

The Master recounts a tale to a Brother who admits to backsliding due to temptation from a woman. He explains how women can lead men astray through their allure and ultimately …

The eldest merchant embraced her, and perceived that she was a goblin. “All the five hundred of them must be goblins!” he …

In a story where merchants find themselves confronted by goblins, one elder merchant realizes the danger and urges his companions to fle…

…ly enlightened, he recited the following verses: “They who will neglect the Buddha when he tells them what to do, As the goblins ate the merchants, likewise they shall perish too. They who hearken to t…

This text emphasizes the dire consequences awaiting those who ignore the Buddha's teachings. It contrasts the pl…

… Master, “In days gone by, even brute beasts could discern between what was good and what bad for them and so quitted betimes, ere they proved dangerous, the habitations that had sheltered them in happi…

…truggled with meditation after losing his hut. Despite his lay friends' promises to rebuild it, he remained without shelter during the rainy season and faced challenges in his practice. This experience …

And hereupon the Bodhisatta flew off with such of the birds as followed his advice; but the disobedient birds, who stopped behind, all perished. ------------------------ His lesson ended, the Master

In this tale, the Bodhisatta, embodying the spirit of a king of birds, leads loyal birds to safety while disobedient ones perish. Hi…

Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w

…lustrates how jealousy can distort one's perception and lead to suffering. The narrative explores themes of envy, pride, and the importance of wisdom in overcoming negative emotions. The Master uses thi…

Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S

…l training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal its powers and escape. The mahout believes only a wise and …

… his power grew from the day of the Bodhisatta’s coming till all India owned his sovereign sway. As Emperor of India, he was charitable and did other good works till he passed away to fare according to …

The story narrates the arrival of a state-elephant in Benares, drawing attention from all, including the king. In gratitude, the king honors the elephant and its mahout. He divides his kingdom, ensuri

Kanda-Jataka Min-ka-Jataka Nacca-Jataka Sammodana-Jataka Maha-Jataka Sakura-Jataka Tithra-Jataka Baka-Jataka Nanda-Jataka Khiad-ningra-Jataka Loska-Jataka Kaputa-Jataka Veda-Jataka Rohini-Jataka Anand

…up of stories that depict the previous lives of the Buddha. Each tale illustrates moral lessons and embodies the values of compassion, wisdom, and ethical conduct. This anthology includes numerous stori…

Ganggawra-Jataka Ceitraya-Jataka Aditra-Jataka Atyuha-Jataka Dipa-Jataka Koshambi-Jataka Mahaska-Jataka Cuni-Jataka Paduksasampaya-Jataka Lomaskassa-Jataka Chatukka-Jataka Hainagala-Jataka Putimassa-J

… delivering profound insights and ethical teachings. The tales serve as a guide to virtuous living, empathy, and moral integrity, making them timeless narratives of Buddhist philosophy. Whether you're n…

… โมทว่าจึงได้จากปรุมมรรคแล้ว ก็ให้หันไปจะรักษาดวงปรุมมรรคนี้ไว้ตลอดชีวิต ดำรงตนอยู่ในสันติสุข จนถึง embodiments ในที่สุดของดี เมื่อเป็นองค์ธรรมใด ๆ ของชีวิตที่ถูกต้องดั่งมานั้น จะส่งผลให้เป็นผิวความสุขค…

การฝึกสมาธิเป็นสิ่งที่สามารถทำได้ในทุกที่ ด้วยการทำใจให้สงบและไม่ใช้กำลังเมื่อฝึกฝน สำคัญคือการนึกถึง 'ศูนย์กลางกาย' และรักษาสติอย่างสม่ำเสมอ ไม่ควรเร่งรัดกระบวนการเพื่อให้จิตเคลื่อนที่ตามธรรมชาติ การ

…hothu Thani province, Thailand, May 29, 2021. REUTERS/JANINE A Buddhist monk lights candles to commemorate Vesakha Bucha Day or Vesak Day, a celebration of the birth, enlightenment and death of the Lor…

… place with Buddhist monks and devotees joining both in person and via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Monks at Wat Dhammakaya Temple in Rangsit, Thailand, lit candles to honor the significance of th…