Elephant grass : ​ค้นหาหนังสือธรรมะ

Once on a time when King Magadha was ruling in Rājagaha in Magadha, the Bodhisatta was born an elephant. He was white all over and graced with all the beauty of form described above. And because of hi

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

The king with his courtiers also climbed the mountain, and had the elephant halted at the brink of a precipice. "Now," said he to the man, "if he is so well trained as you say, make him stand on three

In a remarkable display of skill, a king tests a trained elephant by commanding it to perform various tricks on a mountain's edge. The mahout expertly guides the elephant to stand on three legs, two f

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

In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional 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 powe

" Yes indeed, Sir, there has been a great rain in the jungle just in front, the roads are well watered, there is much grass and wood and water. Throw away the grass and wood and water, Sir, you have a

A caravan leader is advised to discard grass, wood, and water for a quicker journey. Following this advice leads to disaster, as they find no essential resources at their camps. The yakkha consumes th

"And now, goodbye," said he to the king as he ended this rebuke; and rising in the air, he passed to Benares and halted in mid-air over the royal courtyard. And there was a great stir in the city and

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

Killing – How bad is your Karma? Not all killings are ‘equal’ in the sense of karmic consequence. The killing of humans is the most serious violation and receives the worst retribution. As for the ki

This text discusses how the karmic consequences of killing vary based on several factors, including the type and size of the animal, prior connections, and the intention behind the act. Killing humans

…escaped his mother’s womb as her body lay on top of the funeral pyre, and came to rest on a tuft of Elephant grass. That is where his name originated. Mallaputta meaning the child of the Malla family, and Dabba mea…

Dabbamallaputta's life began with extraordinary survival, escaping death at birth and rising in the monastic community of Wat Jetavana due to his immense knowledge. Similarly, Rathapala, of noble birt

Golden Age of Inner Peace 8 imagine how to become that person. A group of researchers set out to discover the source of inner peace. They carried out an experiment using two six-year-old boys, Johnny

In an experiment with two boys, Johnny and Billy, researchers found that external factors have a minor role in determining inner peace. Johnny, in a room full of toys, felt lost and missed his mother,

Preface The original favorite Jatakas have gone through quite a number of editions before coming up with this final version. Though the four Jatakas in this book may belong to different categories; t

This book presents a final edition of the beloved Jatakas, including varied tales that reflect the teachings of Lord Buddha. Through analysis and linkage, readers will understand the essence of narrat

Here is the extracted text from the image: 1. The Story of Many Monks 2. The Story of a Group of Bad Ascetics 3. The Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers 4. On Shr**d the Downward Course.) 5. The Story

This collection features various tales from Buddhist teachings, including the stories of many monks, ascetics, and important figures such as Old Brahma and King Passand of Kosala. Each story offers in

3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,

This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost

… mother’s body, her womb opened and the body of Dababamalla emerged and came to rest upon a tuft of Elephant grass. If any other child had come into this world under such dramatic circumstances, it would most certa…

The story of Dababamalla begins with his mother's tragic death during childbirth. Despite the belief that he did not survive, Dababamalla emerged miraculously from her womb just as the flames of her f

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips Chapter 30 The Universal Meditation Technique of Relaxation and Joy Meditation is not difficult. Close your eyes and clear the mind. Imagine that you are lying

This chapter discusses an easy meditation technique focusing on visualization to promote relaxation and joy. It encourages readers to close their eyes, clear their minds, and visualize themselves lyin

Journey to Joy 286 The Universal Technique is to feel at ease and relaxed editation is not difficult. Just close Myour eyes and rest your focus at the centre of your stomach. Imagine that you are lyin

In 'Journey to Joy,' the technique of meditation is simplified by focusing on relaxation. By closing your eyes and visualizing neutral objects like fruits, you allow your mind to clear. This approach

3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,

The Lord Buddha illustrated conflict resolution through examples. He demonstrated that loving kindness can transform anger and fear into understanding. When faced with aggression, his calm presence an

6.The The Wisdom of Dhammakaya [vijja dhammakaya] is the insightful knowledge of the reality of life and the world that can be attained through deep meditation. 7.Collective state of enlightenment whe

The Wisdom of Dhammakaya, described as vijja dhammakaya, represents deep, insightful knowledge attained through meditation, facilitating liberation from samsara. Key figures include the Great Master P

Meetings with a Dhamma Master systemized, or categorized, the Dhamma, and he was able to individualize the lessons so that the people He was talking to would have the ears to hear, and the wisdom to

In 'Meetings with a Dhamma Master,' the importance of individualized Dhamma teachings is highlighted. Just as the Buddha demonstrated patience with his students, teachers today must equally nurture ea

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The eldest merchant embraced her, and perceived that she was a goblin. “All the five hundred of them must be goblins!” he thought to himself: “we must make our escape!” So in the early morning, when h

In a story where merchants find themselves confronted by goblins, one elder merchant realizes the danger and urges his companions to flee. However, many choose to stay, believing they need not fear. A

The very first meditation hall, accommodating only 500 people (named ‘Catummaharajika’), was filled to its capacity in only 5 years. The number of people who attended the sermon grew at a very fast pa

The first meditation hall named 'Catummaharajika' quickly filled to capacity within five years. As attendance grew, even outdoor seating became necessary during ceremonies led by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo