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Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
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Understanding the Mind Through Meditation
… He could see His past lives and the past lives of other people as well. This was the first supreme enlightenment: He could see the structure of the mind, and He could see His past lives. "The second supreme enli…
…cture of the mind, including recognizing its defilements like greed and delusion. The first supreme enlightenment was the Buddha's ability to see his own mind and past lives, while the second was the realization o…
Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
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Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
… by a Bodhisatta (Buddha-to-be) on his path to Buddhahood, or by those who are determined to attain enlightenment. Virtues are practices which must be fulfilled by all aspirants who wish to free themselves from su…
…esents spiritual perfections attained by a Bodhisatta, or a future Buddha, as they progress towards enlightenment. It underlines the necessary virtues that aspirants must cultivate to liberate themselves from suff…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…Buddhist text considered to be a record of the first teaching given by the Buddha after he attained enlightenment. Dhammakaya: Body of Enlightenment; Body of Truth. Dhammakaya meditation: a profound meditation t…
…aught by the Buddha. Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta is recognized as the Buddha's first teaching after enlightenment. Dhammakaya symbolizes enlightenment and is rooted in the meditation techniques established by Grea…
The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
…n body and the subtle human body and going in successively deeper layers until reaching the Body of Enlightenment known as the Dhammakaya. The process of purification in the Dhammakaya Tradition corresponds with t…
…in this tradition is framed around eighteen inner transcendental bodies, culminating in the Body of Enlightenment, also referred to as the Dhammakaya. The purification process aligns with the Dhammacakkapavattana …
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
…ression that her dhammakāya is 'blameless.' Also, as noted above, the term dhammakāya is related to enlightenment, where the experience or the witness of realisation is required and the consequent transformation t…
This text analyses the concept of dhammakāya, highlighting its connection to enlightenment and the associated happiness. It emphasizes the blameless nature of dhammakāya and notes Gotami's i…
Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna in Buddhism
…g, but that he becomes dhamma later. Such a 'later' time in this case must refer to the time of his enlightenment, when he could declare himself 'Buddha.' This, again, implies dhamma at the level of enlightenment,…
…ation to the Buddha and Arhat disciples, particularly the notion of Nibbāna as the essence of their enlightenment. It argues that dhamma, especially in the context of 'dhamabhuta,' signifies a transformation that …
The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
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The Teachings of the Lord Buddha
…gent, exceptionally virtuous, exceedingly knowledgeable of the truths about life, which is known as enlightenment; and all his knowledge must be acquired through his own endeavors. He will not plagiarize these ins…
…s documented life is a testament to His wisdom and virtue. He sought truth independently, achieving enlightenment without claiming others' teachings. His Dhamma, universal and timeless, offers genuine benefits to …
Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
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Understanding Buddhist Perfections and Purpose
…ficient materially by earning an honest living and meditating until we can attain the inner Body of Enlightenment or 'Dhammakaya'. 3. .Translated according to context as 'the teachings of the Buddha', 'inner knowl…
…or meditators. It emphasizes the lifestyle of cultivating virtues and aims for self-sufficiency and enlightenment. The inner Body of Enlightenment (Dhammakaya) and the significance of pursuing such ideals are high…
The Significance of Contributing Buddha Statues
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The Significance of Contributing Buddha Statues
…sion and wisdom. They decided to recreate the image of the Lord Buddha from within (the Body of the Enlightenment) as a Buddha statue. The heritage they passed on to us enriches our knowledge of the Lord Buddha's …
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงคุณค่าของการมีส่วนร่วมในการสร้างรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้า และผลกระทบต่อบุญบารมีและการตรัสรู้ ผู้ที่มีส่วนร่วมในรูปปั้นพระพุทธเจ้าไม่เพียงแต่สร้างความดีในชีวิตนี้เท่านั้น แต่ยังได้รับอานิสงส
The Great Refuge of Humankind: Understanding the Teachings of the Lord Buddha
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The Great Refuge of Humankind: Understanding the Teachings of the Lord Buddha
…gent, exceptionally virtuous, exceedingly knowledgeable of the truths about life, which is known as enlightenment; and all his knowledge must be acquired through his own endeavors. He will not plagiarize these ins…
…vide beneficial teachings. The Lord Buddha's life is thoroughly recorded, showcasing his journey to enlightenment acquired through personal endeavor rather than borrowing from others. The timeless nature of his Dh…
Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
… mostly as a noun, and relates it either with the Buddha’s mental qualities and purity,134 with the Enlightenment either of the Buddha135 or his noble disciples,136 with reality visible through the ‘seeing’ (dassa…
Dhammapāla discusses dhammikāya, relating it to the Buddha's mental qualities and Enlightenment. This term connects the Buddha's teachings and truths, illustrating his purity and extraordinary qu…
หลักฐานธรรมในคัมภีร์พระธรรม
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หลักฐานธรรมในคัมภีร์พระธรรม
… and Chinese. Oxford. Jantrasrisalai, Chanida. 2006. Early Buddhist Dhamma-kāya and Its Relation to Enlightenment. Paper read at The Pathway to the Centre - Purity and the Mind: Inaugural International Samādhi For…
…มภีร์พระธรรมโดยการอ้างอิงงานศึกษาที่สำคัญเกี่ยวกับ Dhamma-kāya และความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างมันกับการบรรลุ enlightenment งานที่สำคัญเช่น เพื่อบันทึกการพัฒนาและการประยุกต์ใช้ Dhamma-kāya ในบริบทของพุทธศาสนา รวมถึงบทความที…
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
…ts do not say sin, but wholesome or unwholesome." Then Jon asks, "Was Buddha aware of his own self-enlightenment?" Luang Por looks at Jon with the utmost seriousness and says, "Buddha is aware of self-enlightenm…
…ddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the concept of self-enlightenment and describes the Cetiya, likening its circles to the human mind. Furthermore, he humorously addres…
How to Meditate: The Dhammakaya Method
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How to Meditate: The Dhammakaya Method
…ce and happiness that you may never know existed. “Dhammakaya” is a Pali word which means “body of enlightenment”. The term appears in many places in the Buddhist scriptures of Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana (…
…ago, is popular worldwide for its simplicity and effectiveness. This method focuses on the 'body of enlightenment' as the center of the mind, promoting deep happiness. Regular practice fosters kindness and peace i…
Understanding the Buddha: His Life and Teachings
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Understanding the Buddha: His Life and Teachings
…wer to the problem of suffering and a path to liberation from cyclic existence. Siddhattha attained enlightenment and became a Buddha at the age of 35. He spent 45 years wandering up and down the Ganges Valley exp…
…t-day Nepal. At 29, he renounced royal life in search of solutions to suffering. At 35, he attained enlightenment and spent 45 years teaching the Dhamma and establishing the Sangha. The Buddha passed away at 80 in…
Truth for the Family: Lessons from the Buddha
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Truth for the Family: Lessons from the Buddha
… to find the truths of life so that he may become enlightened. All of His teachings derive from His enlightenment. He did not claim the teaching of others as His own, nor did He say that He received them from a he…
…es rather than borrowed insights. The Buddha sacrificed his royal status to seek truths and achieve enlightenment. His teachings, which stem solely from his experiences, are universal and timeless, offering profou…
Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
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Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
…To avoid all these life fetters, one needs to get ordained which will help them achieve the goal of enlightenment. Sensual pleasure is considered temporary happiness which lasts for a short period. This kind of pl…
…true happiness in meditation, which far exceeds worldly pleasures, thus choosing celibacy to pursue enlightenment. The shift from worldly pursuits to spiritual happiness is a fundamental aspect of their practice. …
The Lord Buddha's Approach to Teaching and Respect
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The Lord Buddha's Approach to Teaching and Respect
…ather. He realized that if he had done that, his father would not have listened. Instead, after his enlightenment, Lord Buddha first went to teach the people in the town of Magadha. He wished for his reputation to…
The text recounts how the Lord Buddha, after his enlightenment, did not immediately return to his father but chose to build his reputation first. He performed mir…
Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
…nsight into the reality of life and the world; seeing and becoming one with one’s own inner Body of Enlightenment. Bhikkhu: Buddhist monk Buddha: ‘Awakened One’, one who is fully enlightened and who has realized…
…nificance are explored. Defilements, or mental impurities, are described as hindrances to achieving enlightenment. Understanding these concepts is vital for those on the Buddhist path to deepen their practice and …
The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
… of self-mortification and turned instead to the experimentation of pure meditation practice. *The Enlightenment* He sat himself under a Bodhi Tree and was determined to sit on that ‘immovable spot’ until he fou…
… transformative journey of Prince Siddhartha in his quest for understanding suffering and achieving enlightenment. Over the course of several visits to the village, he encounters the harsh realities of life: old a…