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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
… him was in the afterlife realm. Chand left home in 1935 when she was 26 years old to look for the Great Abbot at Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in Thonburi, a legendary monk known for supernormal meditative pow…
…y after his death. She sought forgiveness but missed the chance. In 1935, she left home to find the Great Abbot at Wat Paknam, where she practiced meditation with Thongsuk Samdaengpan, ultimately attaining…
The Importance of Meaningful Sacrifice
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The Importance of Meaningful Sacrifice
…action, right livelihood, right endeavour, right mindfulness, right rapture, such a sacrifice is of great fruitfulness, of great profit, of great renown, of widespread effect. It is just as if a farmer, Pr…
In this passage, Master Kassapa illustrates the difference between ineffective sacrifices and those that are rooted in right intention and character. A farmer with poor seeds and unfavorable condition
Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
…ghtened. Then, it is likely that the term ‘dhamma’ in the qualitative compound mahatadhamma ‘having great dhammas’ are those pertaining to such a realizing capacity. Certainly, these qualities of Paccekabu…
…heir supreme purity, wisdom, and self-enlightenment capacity. The term ‘mahatadhamma’ refers to the great dhammas that relate to this realizing capacity. Additionally, ‘bahudhammakāyā’ can be interpreted a…
The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
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The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
…itṭā paramatthadassī, sihopamā khaggavisānakappā. Ap.I.13. (The Paccekabuddhas) whose dhamma(s) is great, having many dhammas as body (or having many dhamma-bodies), whose mind is independent (without att…
…dhas, emphasizing their significant dhammas and independent mind. Verse 52 describes them as having great dhammas, being free from suffering, and possessing a delightful mind. The preceding verses further …
The Downfall of a Millionaire's Son
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The Downfall of a Millionaire's Son
…hy he smiled. The Teacher explained the reason for his smile by saying, “Ānanda, just look here at Great-wealth, the treasurer’s son! In this very city he has squandered twice eighty crores of treasure. N…
This narrative explores the life of Great-wealth, a treasurer's son who wasted all his possessions and ended up begging for food. The Teacher…
A Legendary Woman
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A Legendary Woman
…and, a tiny little farmer girl, completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Great Master, learned the great knowledge from the Master, went on to build the world's largest Buddhist …
…rom rural Thailand who, despite her illiteracy, embarked on a profound spiritual quest. She found a Great Master and absorbed significant knowledge that led her to establish the world's largest Buddhist te…
The Journey of Kala and the Pursuit of Dhamma
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The Journey of Kala and the Pursuit of Dhamma
…e following day he accompanied the Order of Monks presided over by the Buddha to Savatthi. When the great treasurer saw him, he said to himself, 'Today the demeanor of my son pleases me.' And straightaway …
In this narrative, Kala demonstrates a strong resolve to learn the Dhamma, yet faces challenges in understanding its true meaning. His encounter with the Teacher leads him to strive for mastery of a s
Finding Your Mind: A Journey to Inner Calm
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Finding Your Mind: A Journey to Inner Calm
… wave of various thoughts. You must try to calm your mind, to cool your mind, even if this requires great resolve. And even if this calmness lasts only momentarily, try to arrange your mental priorities un…
…arrange mental priorities. This journey towards inner calm requires effort but leads to a source of great inner energy, helping you know your mind better. Techniques to achieve this calmness, even if tempo…
Exploring the Dhammakaya Temple Complex
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Exploring the Dhammakaya Temple Complex
1. Phramongkolthepmuni Memorial Vihara 2. The Great Dhammakaya Assembly Hall 3. The Great Dhammakaya Meditation Stadium 4. The Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya 5…
…dicated to meditation and Buddhist practice. These include the Phramongkolthepmuni Memorial Vihara, Great Dhammakaya Assembly Hall, and various meditation facilities. The Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya stands as a…
การให้ใจจริงและความเข้าใจในชีวิต
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การให้ใจจริงและความเข้าใจในชีวิต
…ักร มีความสุขและถ้าเป็นคนดีที่ดีเป็นที่สุด เมื่อกายและใจเสมอ “การรับเป็นความดีเป็นใหญ่ (Sharing is Great)” คือความสุขใจให้เป็นที่พอใจมากๆ จำนวนภาพเทียนรวมกันเป็นจำนวนมาก กำลังอธิบายความหมายของ ของคำแปลของ…
…นักถึงความเชื่อถือในโลก ในบรรดาการแชร์เพื่อให้เกิดความไว้วางใจและความเข้าใจในสังคม เพลง 'Sharing is Great' สะท้อนถึงความสำคัญของการช่วยเหลือและแบ่งปันเพื่อสร้างความสุขให้กับกันและกัน โดยเฉพาะในช่วงเวลาที่ไ…
About the Author: Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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About the Author: Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
About the Author was one of the forefront disciples of The Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni (Luang Pu Wat Paknam), the past famous abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen …
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, a prominent disciple of the Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni, was taught the Dhammakaya Meditation by the Master Nun. After graduatin…
Great Master and Follower of Peace
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Great Master and Follower of Peace
Great Master and Follower of Peace strength to battle all the obstacles they are fac- ing. Another import…
This text emphasizes the transformative power of meditation, highlighting its role in achieving internal peace and resolving community conflicts. It narrates the journey of Phramongkolthepmuni (Sodh C
Propagating Buddhism: A Journey Towards Genuine Peace
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Propagating Buddhism: A Journey Towards Genuine Peace
…tunity or occasion. That is, until the 4th WBSY General Conference. This conference may not achieve great success in implementing any absolute solution to the social and economic problems in the world but …
In December 2007, 350 Buddhist monks gathered for the 4th WBSY in Bangkok, focusing on unity in Buddhism. Despite cultural differences, they aimed to propagate peace and true happiness through meditat
The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
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The Structure of Merit in Buddhist Practice
…all surrounding the rectangular path that exists between the floors. If the merit of alms-giving is great, the first part will be huge. If the merit of Precepts observing is great, the second part will be …
In Buddhism, the concept of merit manifests through a symbolic castle structure, divided into three parts: the base formed by alms-giving, the middle by observing precepts, and the top by meditation p
The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
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The Survival of Dhammakaya Temple Amidst Abandonment
…to explaining temple abandonment in Thailand. The Dhammakaya Temple was founded by disciples of the Great Abbot, Luang Phaw Wat Paknam, Venerable Phramonkolthepmuni." I finally understand and conclude that…
This text reflects on the future of Buddhism in Thailand, especially regarding the increasing number of abandoned temples. It emphasizes the importance of the Dhammakaya Temple and its ability to with
Dad, Why Were We Born?
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Dad, Why Were We Born?
… Dad, Why Were We Born? One day, a family invited guests to their home for a religious rite for the great-grandparent. After the ceremony, when all the guests had left, the son asked the father, "Dad, sinc…
…e's purpose that everyone contemplates, regardless of their status. After a ceremony honoring their great-grandparent, the son curiously questions why we exist if death is inevitable. The father draws from…
Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
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Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
…ied to persuade him to quit drinking, and come to the temple to make merit, he retorted: "That is a great idea. If I started meditating today and drink alcohol while doing it, it might even make my meditat…
This narrative explores the challenges faced by a child trying to persuade their elderly father to quit drinking. Through clever methods and family collaboration, the child works to help their father
The Warm Hearted Family
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The Warm Hearted Family
… perform good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to our great grandparents (Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi), and to all of our family members that have passed on. Th…
In 'The Warm Hearted Family', the Phongsawasdi family shares their dedication to creating happiness and success through good deeds. They reflect on their ancestors who inspire their family values and
Lovely Love: A Guide to Universal Love
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Lovely Love: A Guide to Universal Love
…life. Most importantly, universal love will blossom within you, and you will soon be ready to bring great positive changes to your life and to others around you. Heavenly Home For members of a family Who s…
The book 'Lovely Love' offers insights into various aspects of love, guiding readers to develop deeper and more beautiful connections with others and themselves. Universal love, described as pure and
The Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
…simply because they need a paycheck … although this is, of course, important. Teachers have to have great virtue to teach, because teaching is a gift to others. Every day, they must give something of thems…
This text discusses how meditation enhances the teaching process by creating a peaceful and productive classroom atmosphere. It emphasizes the need for teachers to be trained in meditation to better r