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Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
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Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
Our grandparents advised that, for the mind to be as stable and solid as the earth, we must first realize that, in this world, we are subject to both gratification and disappointment; it is a matter o
ข้อความจากบรรพบุรุษระบุว่า เราต้องตระหนักว่าในโลกนี้มีทั้งความพอใจและความผิดหวัง ซึ่งสอนให้เรารู้จักการทำสมาธิเพื่อความสงบและเข้มแข็ง เมื่อเราประสบกับการสูญเสียหรือความวิตกกังวล ให้เรารักษาจิตใจให้เงี
The Importance of Mindfulness and Meditation
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The Importance of Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness is being aware of what one is doing at the present moment, and being able to differentiate and make a judgment about what is right or wrong, good or bad, wholesome or unwholesome, appropri
Mindfulness involves being present and discerning right from wrong. Our ancestors embraced mindfulness, influenced by the Buddha's teachings. Meditation aids in achieving clarity and righteousness. Pr
Understanding the Three Characteristics and the Law of Kamma
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Understanding the Three Characteristics and the Law of Kamma
Characteristics (tilakkhana), consisting of impermanence (aniccata), suffering (dukkha), and non-self (anatta). This truth stands behind all living beings in this world. The truths of the Law of Kam
เนื้อหานี้ให้ความรู้เกี่ยวกับลักษณะสามประการในพุทธศาสนา ได้แก่ อนิจจัง ทุกขัง อนัตตา ซึ่งเป็นความจริงพื้นฐานเกี่ยวกับการดำรงอยู่ของสิ่งมีชีวิตในโลกนี้ พระพุทธเจ้าทรงค้นพบว่าการเข้าใจในกฎแห่งกรรมและลัก
Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
Vin.II.192, A.IV.186, 210, 213 Just as a piece of clean cloth that is deprived of dirt would well-absorb the dye, the pure and clear eye of dhamma (dhammacakku) arose to the man, on that current seat
The text discusses the qualities of noble disciples in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of clear perception of dhamma and the eradication of doubts and fetters. It describes the transformation exp
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
In the case that 'brahma-' refers to the neuter 'brahman' In the other case in which the term brahma- is translated as 'brahman'63 the ultimate,64 the third parallel65 suggests that the term dhamma in
This text clarifies that the term 'brahma-' can refer to either the masculine 'Brahmā' or the neuter 'brahman,' ultimately leading to the view that dhamma signifies transcendental realities. It sugges
The Struggle with Beliefs
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The Struggle with Beliefs
"Even so, Prince, have you, silly and unintelligent, sought after another world. Renounce, Prince, this evil set of opinions. Let them not involve you for long in bale and sorrow !' 22. 'Even though
In this text, a prince named Payasi is confronted by Master Kassapa regarding his beliefs that deny the existence of an afterlife and the consequences of one's actions. Despite Kassapa's urging, Payas
การพัฒนาจิตตามแนวทางพุทธศาสนา
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การพัฒนาจิตตามแนวทางพุทธศาสนา
พระสกthernากฏุตาย, ดูเจ็บ, ดูแก่, ดูเกิด, ของพระมหากาย เหตุให้เกิดและความดับและเหตุให้ดับ ให้เห็นตามความเป็นจริง ทุกข์, สมุทัย, นิธิโร, มรรค...แล้วศูนย์นั้นกลับเป็นธรรมกายหน้าตัก 15 วาเป็นพระอนาค ทำต่
เนื้อหาพูดถึงแนวทางการเข้าถึงความรู้แจ้งตามหลักพุทธศาสนา ซึ่งมีการกล่าวถึงธรรมกาย พัฒนาการทางจิตใจ การไปสู่การหลุดพ้นจากทุกข์ และความจำเป็นในการเข้าใจความจริงเหล่านี้ด้วยตัวเอง โดยยกตัวอย่างพระอรหันต์
Understanding the Eightfold Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Path
Forth, the truth of the path to cessation of suffering or "Magga" in Pali. อธิษัขข้อที่ 4 คือ ทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ หรือมรรค There is a path to the end of suffering and a gradual path of self-improvement
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงมรรคหรือทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ในพุทธศาสนา ซึ่งคืออริยมรรค 8 ที่นำไปสู่การสิ้นสุดของทุกข์และการพัฒนาตนเองอย่างค่อยเป็นค่อยไป มันอยู่ระหว่างความพอใจมากเกินไปและการอดทนเกินไป ในการเปรียบเที
Wisdom from Meditation
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Wisdom from Meditation
From a spiritual point of view, wisdom gained from meditation will help us become more ethical in our decision-making and also our choice of action. We will become more at ease with ourselves and our
From a spiritual perspective, wisdom gained from meditation fosters ethical decision-making and personal ease, leading to a harmonious family life and improved parenting. Regular meditation elevates t
Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
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Translator's Introduction to Buddhist Teachings
Translator's Introduction I was indeed honored when I was approached to undertake this translation. It has not always been easy for me to keep in touch with my Buddhist heritage, having been born in E
In this introduction, the translator shares their journey of connecting with their Buddhist heritage while living in Europe. They express deep respect for Buddhism and the teachings of the Lord Buddha
Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
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Understanding the Role of Precepts in Buddhist Ordination
There are 227 precepts, which include rules, regulations, and traditions that serve as guidelines for those who are ordained. The precepts are tools that help define the differences between right and
The 227 precepts provide rules and guidelines for the ordained, defining right and wrong to help individuals strengthen their determination amidst life's challenges. They ensure that knowledge gained
Understanding Dhamma Through the Teachings of Luang Por Dattajevedo
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Understanding Dhamma Through the Teachings of Luang Por Dattajevedo
This book is a translation into English of a lecture given by a Most Venerable Thai monk in his native tongue. In order to convey the content accurately and understandably to an international readersh
This book presents an English translation of a lecture by Luang Por Dattajevedo, a respected Thai monk, emphasizing the importance of ethical learning and teaching in understanding Dhamma. His charism
Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
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Journey to Enlightenment: Understanding the Dhamma
When later in life he met Khun Yai Ajahn he learned of the three levels of life’s goals and became further motivated by the realization that all human beings are prisoners on ‘Death Row’, this knowled
The text discusses a man's journey after meeting Khun Yai Ajahn, discovering life’s goals, and understanding that humans are prisoners on 'Death Row.' He learns that sharing knowledge can illuminate t
The Profound Truth of Meditation
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The Profound Truth of Meditation
41. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SECRET Luang Por Wat Paknam's meditative attainment was utterly complete and profound. I have witnessed it. A secret as tiny as a strand of hair could not be hidden fro
Luang Por Wat Paknam's teachings emphasize that there are no secrets in the world, as true meditation opens the mind to profound knowledge. After weeks of meditation under his guidance, expanded consc
Conquer Mara with Goodness
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Conquer Mara with Goodness
127. CONQUER MARA WITH GOODNESS Throughout my life I have done nothing but good deeds. I will keep doing so to further the purity of my body, speech and mind. This goodness will help me overcome the i
The text discusses the importance of maintaining purity in body, speech, and mind to overcome the negative influence of Mara. The author emphasizes making resolutions to stay on the path of goodness,
Understanding Dhamma and the Path to Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and the Path to Enlightenment
Attaining Dhamma: meditative attainment; a state of absorption in meditation where the mind achieves super insight and knowledge; knowing and seeing according to the truths. Attaining the Dhammakaya:
This text discusses fundamental Buddhist concepts including Dhamma, a state of meditative attainment leading to super insight, and the Dhammakaya, the Body of Enlightenment. It highlights Buddha's rol
Jataka Tales Overview
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Jataka Tales Overview
365: Ängyua-Jatakha: Gunijak-Jataka: 366: Taxavida-Jataka. 367: Mithivana-Jataka. 370: Pasjaviinda-Jataka. 372: Miimapakosala-Jataka. 373: Mugphala-Jataka. 374: Muska-Jataka. 375: Kupadla-Jataka. 376
This text lists various Jataka tales such as Gunijak-Jataka, Mithivana-Jataka, and others that convey various moral lessons and stories from Buddhist teachings. Each tale serves to illustrate truths a
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
စัทธ Sambhā achievement of faith สัณฐานหรือรูปทรงของมโนติ shape of mental object สัตว์ทั้งหลายมีกรรมเป็นของตน all beings have kamma of their own สันสกฤต Sanskrit, another ancient language used in I
This text provides important insights into various Buddhist concepts including the achievement of faith (စัทธ Sambhā), the nature of mental objects, the principle that all beings possess their own kar
Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
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Understanding Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path
2. Origin of suffering - Suffering arises from attachment to desire, craving (tanha). People themselves create this suffering by trying to cling on to worldly pleasures. 3. Cessation of suffering - Su
This text discusses the origin of suffering, which stems from attachment to desire and worldly pleasures. It highlights that suffering ceases when such attachments are released. The Noble Eightfold Pa
The Story of Mattakundali
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The Story of Mattakundali
46 Clear-minded Youths - 5 The Story of Mattakundali On that morning, the Buddha arising early from his deep meditation of compassion saw, in his Net of Knowledge, Mattakundali lying on the verandah.
In this narrative, the Buddha notices Mattakundali, a weak youth, during his morning alms round. Despite his frail condition, Mattakundali expresses faith in the Buddha mentally. Upon passing, he is r