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Center of the Body: Balance and Mindfulness
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Center of the Body: Balance and Mindfulness
…ct point of balance, it will have a clear-seeing quality that enables it to penetrate into a higher form of knowledge, insight, and wisdom. Think of the mind as the lens of a camera or the dial of a radio…
…arity. This connection allows for a deeper understanding and fulfillment through meditation. More information can be found at dmc.tv.
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…ma sees the Buddha” are taken literally as seeing one’s inner body of enlightenment which is in the form of a Buddha sitting in meditation. It is believed that the Buddha became enlightened by attaining …
The Joy of Meditation
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The Joy of Meditation
…itative attainment and our faculties are perfected, we will have clarity that brings forth a higher form of insight and knowledge including the ability to read other people's thoughts, to see the past or …
Meditation promotes lasting happiness derived from a peaceful mind, enabling individuals to face life's challenges unscathed. It helps purify mental impurities, enhances cognitive faculties, and unloc
Understanding Inner Dhamma
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Understanding Inner Dhamma
…eneral it means “cleanliness, purity and goodness”. Some places mention that Dhamma has a physical form in the shape of a crystal clear sphere. Some mention that Dhamma is the Body of Truth, the Dhammaka…
Inner Dhamma was once seen as a profound, difficult achievement requiring immense effort in isolation. However, it is now understood that maintaining an alert, relaxed, and still mind allows access to
Guided Meditation Through Visualization
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Guided Meditation Through Visualization
…____________________ ²Sphere of Primary Path: the beginning path to liberation which emerged in the form of a sphere as experienced during meditation
This guided meditation technique involves visualizing a flawless crystal sphere or any familiar object, such as fruit or jewels, to achieve mental clarity and peace. The method, taught by the Great Ma
Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
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Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
…past lifetimes all the way to the present lifetime. You may not remember all the merits you have performed in your past lifetimes, but if you channel your mind to think about these merits, your mind will …
…and present lifetimes. By maintaining a still mind, one can connect to their intrinsic energy, transforming memories of merit into a clear sphere at the Seventh Base of the mind. It highlights the power o…
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
Merits are the fruits of good deeds. Good deeds performed through generosity, morality and mental cultivation all bring about merit. The fruits of good dee…
…ve outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challenging times. In contrast, …
Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
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Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
…erson reaches the Dhammakaya, the purest of all transcendental bodies, the person achieves a higher form of insight and knowledge not available through ordinary means. Five Hindrances (panca nivaranan): …
…life circumstances. Lastly, the term 'Khun Yai' refers to a grandmother in Thai culture. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
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Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
…nobstructed life, while reaching the goal of enlightenment. Precepts (sila): moral principles that form the framework of Buddhist ethical conduct and the baseline of one’s virtue.
…dational layer of virtue necessary for all practitioners on their path to enlightenment. For more information on Buddhist teachings, visit dmc.tv.
Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
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Exploring Concepts in Buddhism and Mindfulness
…le of the abdomen. | Sphere of Primary Path: the beginning path to liberation which emerged in the form of a sphere as experienced during meditation 'Stop': stop in this sense means stopping the mind fr…
This text delves into the significance of Sanskrit as an ancient language in India and its relation to Buddhist texts, particularly those influenced by the Mahayana school. It introduces the Seventh B
Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding the Tipitaka and Buddhist Concepts
Tipitaka (Skt, Tripitaka): Buddhist scripture. Tipitaka means the Three Baskets. They consist of the Basket of Discipline (Vinaya Pitaka) – rules and regulations of the Order of monks and nuns; the Ba
…erit from meditation. Vijja signifies knowledge that frees one from ignorance, while vipassana is a form of insight meditation. The Visuddhimagga outlines the path of purification in Buddhism. Wat transla…
Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
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Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
…ma of the King of Sages Leading to Heaven and Emancipation: Those in the heavens of sensuality and form, On peak and mountain precipices, in palaces floating in the sky, In islands, countries and towns, …
This text serves as a call for the celestial beings (devas) from around the galaxies to gather and listen to the recitation of the True Dhamma, which is believed to lead to spiritual liberation. It em
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
…ave: All that is got by boon’s grace. Beauty of looks, beauty of voice, beauty of figure, beauty of form, And lordliness and retinue: All that is got by boon’s grace, A local kingship, empire, too, bliss …
In the teachings of J. Dhyaan Master, the store of boon represents the source of all desires fulfilled by divine grace. Boonya, or pure energy from doing good, leads to personal purification and enlig
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
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Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
“Our brain (the five senses actually) takes in information in this way: Perception, Memorization, Thinking, Knowing or Cognition. Perception, of course, …
This text discusses the intricate processes of how our brain perceives, memorizes, thinks, and ultimately knows. It highlights the significance of each stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinkin
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
…member that we are born with it. Defilement forces the mind to think, speak, and act badly, thereby forming bad habits. Defilement does not die with us, but remains within the mind and moves from body to …
…thoughts and behaviors. Defilements, viewed as an opponent to clarity, cause the mind to wander and form bad habits. The text cautions against external distractions that inhibit self-awareness, urging rea…
Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
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Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation
…gs. The Buddha taught you not only how to improve yourself, but your family as well. The habits you form here will be carried to your family. But the habits that your children have are because of you. Thi…
This text emphasizes the need for self-reflection and continuous meditation to achieve inner calm and happiness. It highlights the teachings of the Buddha that encourage self-improvement and fostering
Understanding the Mind and Human Existence
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Understanding the Mind and Human Existence
…ased on the five senses: seeing, smelling, hearing, tasting, and touching. When the mind receives information, it is that information in which we perceive something is happening. It is that form of knowin…
… consisting of the four elements—earth, water, fire, and wind—is extraordinary in its ability to perform unique actions. The mind, as the knowing element, is initially pure but becomes clouded by negative…
Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
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Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
… the cells all of the time. Suffering is impermanence. We suffer because we cannot stay in the same form forever: No matter how old we are or how many wrinkles we have. We always try to prevent this from …
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
… metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be wrought by people in their own lives when they emphasize the inner spiritual aspec…
…es, aiming for world peace and moral development. The tradition, revived by Phramonkothepmuni, transformed meditation into a mainstream practice. Khun Yay Upasika Jan Kohn-nok-yung, his disciple, expanded…
The Writers and Thinkers for World Peace
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The Writers and Thinkers for World Peace
…ved. No portion of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior an…
This book, published in 2004 by the Writers and Thinkers for World Peace, explores the role of education in moral development and peace-building. Edited and translated by notable figures, it emphasize