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The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
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The Mother of Great Kindness within the House
…so will make the situation improve. ----------------------------------- Chapter 4 The Mother of Great Kindness within the House Buddhism contains teachings on ways to maintain a warm, gentle family th…
This text highlights the importance of adhering to Dhamma even amidst challenges in marriage. It discusses the teachings in Buddhism regarding maintaining a loving family atmosphere. Buddhist insights
The Favorite Jatakas
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The Favorite Jatakas
…hese two stories, There also appears a certain degree of miracles in the other two Jatakas i.e. The Great Talking Bird (Ghatasana-Jataka) and The Clever Flying Elephant (Dummedha-Jataka). I sincerely beli…
…kage, readers will understand the essence of narratives like The Yakka’s Son, The Flying Horse, The Great Talking Bird, and The Clever Flying Elephant. Each story offers unique moral values and engages rea…
Sparks of Answers
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Sparks of Answers
… he came across a book titled, "Dhammakaya." This book was written in the format of a sermon by The Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni (Sodh Candasaro) or Luang Pu Wat Paknam. There was one particular quote:…
…ext, the author discusses a transformative experience upon discovering the book 'Dhammakaya' by The Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni. The book emphasizes the importance of dedicated practice in Buddhism to…
Spreading Peace with the Great Faith of Humankind
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Spreading Peace with the Great Faith of Humankind
Spreading Peace with the Great Faith of Humankind W at Phra Dhammakaya rapidly grew, along with the hearts and minds of its suppo…
Phra Dhammakaya has expanded significantly, reflecting the increasing hearts and minds of its supporters. Originally situated on 80 acres, the site has now grown to 1000 acres, designed to serve as a
Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Global Meditation at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya
…mselves. Beside the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya structure, in order to pay our highest gratitude to the Great Teacher, the Memorial Hall of Phramongkolthepmuni and the Memorial Hall of Khun Yay Acariya Maharat…
The gathering of 1,000,000 people at Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event, prompting reflection on collective spirituality. The location features Memorial Halls for paying respect and support
The Consequences of Heedlessness and the Path to Salvation
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The Consequences of Heedlessness and the Path to Salvation
…neglect the advice of the Buddhas, both Brethren and Sisters, lay Brethren and lay Sisters, come to great misery in the four hells, places where they are punished under the five fetters, and so forth. But …
This text emphasizes the dire consequences awaiting those who ignore the Buddha's teachings. It contrasts the plight of the heedless with the rewards of those who adhere to his guidance. The recitatio
An Ancient Secret for the New Millennium
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An Ancient Secret for the New Millennium
…religious beliefs, where they watch, meditate, and learn about the Dhamma. Together they accumulate great merit. Through what they learned, some students' lives underwent great transformation, others gradu…
In a unique class, men and women of various ages and beliefs gather to meditate and learn about Dhamma, leading to significant transformations in their lives. As students share their experiences and s
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…who later founded Wat Phra Dhammakaya. From a Barren Field I was not born in time to study with the Great Master. I mainly learned about Dhammakaya Meditation from Khun Yay Ajahn. I obtained some knowledge…
In this section, the author shares personal experiences learning about Dhammakaya Meditation from Master Nun Chand Khonnokyoong (Khun Yay Ajahn), highlighting her influence and the sense of love and h
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
…oy 26 the Buddhist scriptures, return to life again. This is an inheritance for the world which the Great Master bestowed to all people. Its knowledge gives us confidence in our meditation and enables us t…
…to Joy,' the teachings of the Dhammakaya are unveiled as a source of true happiness and wisdom. The great Master gifts this knowledge to the world, guiding individuals towards self-awareness and meditation…
Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
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Eastern Han Buddhist Meditation and Daoism
…hina, and growing. The arrival of translators from Central Asia and India, was a consequence of the great demand for Buddhist texts to be translated from foreign languages into Chinese. At first, translato…
By the first century CE, Buddhism had begun to take root in China, with translators arriving from Central Asia and India to convert texts into Chinese. They initially faced challenges in accurately co
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
…n of advancing age in the Thai culture. Magha Puja: Buddhist religious day in commemoration of the Great Assembly of Disciples. Magha Puja Day, full moon day of the 3rd lunar month (February/March) marks …
…hina Ceremony for offering robes to monks, and the significance of Magha Puja Day commemorating the Great Assembly of Disciples. Other terms like Mara represent the obstacles in performing good deeds, whil…
Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
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Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
…, YOU WILL SUCCEED IN EVERYTHING My biggest fear in life is that I will not make enough merit. With great merit behind you, anything you wish can be attained and all you touch will become successful. No on…
This text emphasizes the importance of small, consistent good deeds as a means of filling one's 'jar' of virtue. It highlights that personal efforts and merits shape one's fate, advocating for the pur
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
…de the consciousness of our society. 5 The Dhammakaya tradition in our era started in 1919 when the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam (Phramonkothepmuni) strove with a determination to the degree that he was prepa…
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world
Contributors to the Dhammakaya Publication
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Contributors to the Dhammakaya Publication
…ook as an offering to the Supreme Self-Enlight- ened One and to our beloved spiritual teachers: The Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni (Sodh Candasaro) The Most Venerable Phrarajbhavanavisudh (Luang Por Dham…
… this book to the Supreme Self-Enlightened One and various revered spiritual teachers including the Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni and others. It is hoped that the merit accrued will guide all contributo…
The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
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The Importance of Contributing Buddha Images
…tributing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to perform such great merit. I would like to take this opportunity to share with you the benefits that result from such a…
This text emphasizes the significance of donating Buddha images as a means to contribute to spiritual merit. It discusses the historical context of such contributions, highlighting how ancestors showe
Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
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Understanding Child Behavior and Parental Responsibility
…not impart that knowledge to their children. Since their love and concern for their children are so great, they can become overprotective. They forbid their children from going anywhere without giving the …
Children face challenges later in life when parents neglect their responsibilities. This text explores how inadequate parenting skills contribute to children's understanding of right and wrong and the
Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
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Understanding the Beauty of Mind and the Role of Marriage Counselors
…spected by the community. A person who becomes an elder must be highly virtuous, which brings them great respect by the majority of the people. They have many virtues because their own marriages embodied …
This text discusses the concept of the 'Beauty of Mind,' emphasizing responsibility through the use of four requisites: clothing, food, shelter, and medicine, alongside daily activities and job respon
Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
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Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
GUIDED MEDITATION 111 SEVEN BASES OF THE MIND Now let us refresh the Knowledge that the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam has taught us about the Seven Bases of the mind. - The first base is at…
In this guided meditation, we revisit the teachings of the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam regarding the Seven Bases of the Mind. The first base is located at the …
Understanding Inner Dhamma
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Understanding Inner Dhamma
…ind is happy and relaxed and is in a standstill state, it is possible to see our inner Dhamma. The Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam has discovered the inner Dhamma, which coincides with the teaching of th…
…h as a crystal-clear sphere and the Dhammakaya—an ethereal body in our center. The teachings of the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam reveal that inner Dhamma aligns with Buddha’s lessons, appearing as a cl…
The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
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The Story of Phra Rohana and Phra Nagasena
…d the child to become accustomed to seeing a monk. Rohana knew that the child’s instincts possessed great curiosity. If the child were to see Rohana often enough, he might begin to ask questions, and that …
The story unveils the dedication of monk Phra Rohana, who recognized the potential of the intelligent child Nagasena at birth. Despite never receiving alms from Nagasena's family, Rohana visited daily