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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
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Exploring Inner Peace through Meditation and Dreams
…nded by darkness. When the sun comes up [and he draws a sun on the left side of the paper] even the first rays will give light and dispel darkness. When the sun is up, there is no darkness, but then the su…
The inner body possesses its own mind, likening it to layered dreams. Meditation requires introspection; focusing inward cultivates true peace. Luang Por discusses the nature of dreams, highlighting c
Meetings with a Dharma Master
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Meetings with a Dharma Master
…a Master need to make our resolution of having good parents in our next life. “Of course, we must first take the stick out of our own eye before we look at other people's eyes. In other words, we must al…
The text emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effect, promoting persona
Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
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Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
…se we think we are amongst friends, but those who are drinking are not really our friends. “When I first met Luang Por Dhammajayo, I offered him a drink. But he said he was following the precepts. And tha…
In this meeting, Luang Por provides insights into the consequences of drinking and its impact on decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of discernment and caring for others. He shares his exper
Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
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Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
"First, we must try to go to them indirectly. Do you see? We will only be here for seven days so we must b…
This text emphasizes the significance of patience and kindness according to Buddha's teachings during a week of meditation while following the eight precepts. It highlights the importance of good mann
The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
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The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
…ty in which they live. If they don't practice moral economics, then people can't live together. The first time that the Buddha wanted to ordain, his family thought it was a joke. The same thing happened to…
This text discusses the moral obligations individuals face within their communities. It emphasizes the vital role of teachers as lifelong guides in moral development, contrasting with other temporary
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
…bly clean, dining hall. Lots of rice, lots of vegetables, and lots of coffee. The following is the first in a series of talks. They begin at 9AM: Luang Por walks briskly into the large meditation/seminar…
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa
The Power of Inside Meditation
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The Power of Inside Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey "When I was first starting out, before I met Luang Por Dhammajayo, I used to meditate on the outside, not the inside.…
Suzanne Jeffrey shares her journey from outside meditation to the more profound inside meditation. She emphasizes the need to understand the mind, which often distracts us, leading to lost energy. The
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
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The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
…follow, is it for everyone or only for a group, examine a way to implement it, and when to ask why? First, we must ask what? And then we must ask why? “The students must then follow the teachers thoroughl…
This text discusses the importance of relevance in teaching, the need for both teacher and student to exhibit patience and discipline, and a structured approach to inquiry in the learning process. It
The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
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The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
… "For example, let us suppose that we are lighting a candle. When we do this, three things happen: first, there is brightness. Second, heat is generated around it. Third, there is combustion. Why, in ligh…
In meditation, similar to lighting a candle, three phenomena occur: brightness, heat (effort), and combustion (mindfulness). The fourth jhana transcends happiness and unhappiness, leading to a profoun
Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
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Understanding Defilements and Dhamma in Buddhism
…, effort, and meditation. They must all come together. The Buddha eradicated His own defilements by first recollecting his past lives. Suppose we imagine a perfect sphere like the world. As the sun comes u…
This text delves into the importance of mindfulness to combat defilements and achieve purity through meditation. It emphasizes the synergy of concentration, effort, and mindfulness. The Buddha's journ
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
… the morality of society and (3) responsible for the economy of morality. When a person follows the first four precepts, he or she will not hurt others, and will be responsible for his own morality. That p…
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
…ness again because the teacher can re-train students in good habits. Parents, of course, retain the first role as teachers to guide their children in right from wrong, good from bad. But the knowledge that…
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
Understanding Boon and Dhamma
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Understanding Boon and Dhamma
…you do, and the desire to do more good. Q: Could you talk more about the meaning of Dhamma? A: The first meaning of Dhamma is pure nature. Pure nature leads us to Nibbana. If we have pure nature, or pure …
Boon is generated by good actions, keeping precepts, meditating, and listening to Dhamma. It creates positive energy that purifies the mind. Conversely, baap, or bad energy, arises from negative thoug
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
…d find inside of yourself. "As I said yesterday, there are three meanings or levels of Dhamma. The first is Pure Nature, or Nibbana. This exists within the human body, but it cannot be seen unless we medi…
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne
Understanding Kamma and the Importance of Intentional Action
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Understanding Kamma and the Importance of Intentional Action
…s of understanding: Common understanding, or general understanding, and Profound understanding. The first has a minimal effect to the mind, but the
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the significance of Kamma as it relates to body, speech, and thought, emphasizing intentional action's effect on relationships with family, teachers, and spiritual leaders. T
Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
Mappings with a Dharma Master we first start with our own individual self and then work outward in all directions. “The six directions st…
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
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The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
Suzanne Jeffrey which will lead to destructive thoughts and eventually into darkness. So, as we can see, different habits lead to different lives. All of our habits come from our early training. “Ho
…mphasizes that both good and bad habits influence our lives. It highlights the need for teachers to first correct their own habits before guiding students, utilizing the Eightfold Noble Path and meditation…
Developing Good Habits Through Education
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Developing Good Habits Through Education
…willing to follow the rules. Students must know how to be disciplined and make it a good habit. The first discipline is to show respect. This is the beginning of living together peacefully. “And, finally,…
บทความนี้พูดถึงวิธีการพัฒนานิสัยที่ดีผ่านการศึกษา โดยเน้นความสำคัญของการเคารพ วินัย และความอดทน ของนักเรียน ซึ่งได้รับการสนับสนุนจากคำสอนทางธรรม เช่น การเคารพสิ่งดี ๆ การปฏิบัติตามกฎระเบียบ เพื่อสร้าง
Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
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Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
…onnectedness of everyone in the six directions. Now, if we all refrain from bad habits and keep the first four precepts devotedly, as well as to avoid any biases caused by love, hate, fear and ignorance, w…
This text discusses the interconnectedness of individuals in society and education, highlighting the importance of adhering to moral precepts and avoiding detrimental behaviors. It emphasizes the role
Introduction to Dhammakaya Meditation for Beginners
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Introduction to Dhammakaya Meditation for Beginners
…ary to acquaint yourself with the various resting points or bases of the mind inside the body. The first base: at the rim of the nostril, on the right side for men and on the left side for women. The sec…
Dhammakaya Meditation helps you unlock your mind's potential by achieving a standstill through deep meditation. By balancing mindfulness and happiness, you can find contentment and direction in life.