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ข้อคิดรอบตัวในปีใหม่
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ข้อคิดรอบตัวในปีใหม่
…คิดรอบตัว เรื่อง : พระมหาสมชาย ฐานวุฑฺโฒ (M.D.; Ph.D.) จากการชี้คิดรอบตัว ออกอากาศทางช่อง DMC (HAPPY NEW YEAR สวัสดีปีใหม่) เริ่มปีใหม่ในแบบชาวพุทธ อยากทราบว่าปีใหม่มีความเป็นมาอย่างไร? คนเราม…
บทความนี้เสนอข้อคิดเกี่ยวกับการเริ่มต้นปีใหม่ในแบบชาวพุทธ โดยค้นคว้าถึงที่มาของปีใหม่ที่สัมพันธ์กับการสังเกตธรรมชาติ เช่น วัฏจักรของฤดูกาลและการเคลื่อนที่ของดวงจันทร์ รวมถึงการนับปีแบบสุริยคติและจันทค
พิธีไหว้ครู: การแสดงความเคารพและขอบคุณ
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พิธีไหว้ครู: การแสดงความเคารพและขอบคุณ
…red their flowers and candles to their teachers in order to pay respect to them. They all were very happy.
ในวันพิธีไหว้ครู หนูแก้วและเพื่อนๆ ร่วมกันแสดงความเคารพต่อครูโดยการนำดอกไม้ ธูปเทียนมาถวายอย่างสงบเรียบร้อย พวกเขากราบขอบคุณครูที่อบรมสั่งสอนให้เป็นเด็กดี พวกเขามีความสุขมากในกิจกรรมนี้ แสดงให้เห็นถึง
What is Meditation?
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What is Meditation?
…s trained, refined, and perfected. Meditation can be practiced by a lay person for the benefit of a happy life, as well as by a monastic for the attainment of liberation. Meditation is universal. It is not…
Meditation serves as a means for mental development, allowing individuals to calm the turbulence of the mind and access its inherent clarity. This practice is not limited to any one faith, emphasizing
Meditation Benefits
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Meditation Benefits
…se on Concentration, Samadhi Sutta14, meditation benefits are indicated and described as follows: *Happy living* – We gain immediate happiness by the mere act of letting go from worries and burdens of lif…
Meditation is associated with various health benefits such as relaxation, concentration, and increased awareness. Scientific studies reveal its positive impact on metabolism, heart rate, and brain act
Wisdom from Meditation
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Wisdom from Meditation
…person with a purified mind will not commit any wrongful action. Such a person will be assured of a happy afterlife destination. Wisdom from Meditation – There are three ways that wisdom is acquired: thro…
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
Guided Meditation: Relaxing Your Mind
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Guided Meditation: Relaxing Your Mind
…axation you achieve here is a preliminary state of relaxation in which you feel neutral—not feeling happy or feeling unhappy. 20 Ten Recollections: Recollection of the Buddha, Recollection of the Dhamma, …
In this guided meditation, learn how to relax your mind effectively by adjusting your sitting position and focusing on techniques such as the Ten Recollections. These methods include recollections of
Achieving a Relaxed State of Mind
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Achieving a Relaxed State of Mind
…neutral state of mind. Keep your mind empty, spacious, calm and still, in a way that makes you feel happy and relaxed, consistently, without rushing. Soon you’ll arrive at a deeper and more relaxed state. …
Maintaining a neutral state of mind is essential for relaxation and happiness. By keeping your mind empty, spacious, and calm, you can achieve a deeper state of relaxation. This process involves being
Exploring Alternatives to Visualization
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Exploring Alternatives to Visualization
…ead, simply relax your mind at the Seventh Base, or its whereabouts. Relax your mind quietly with a happy mood. You may feel like reciting the mantra “samma arahang” to appease your mind, or you may just w…
Visualization may not be suitable for everyone. If you find yourself feeling tense or struggling to visualize, it's perfectly fine to choose other methods. Instead of visualizing, focus on relaxing yo
Darkness Is Your Friend
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Darkness Is Your Friend
…closer it is to brightness. Sooner or later the brightness will appear. Stay with the darkness in a happy and joyous mood without questioning whether or when brightness will appear. Get acquainted with the…
Darkness is not an enemy, but a friend on your path to Dhamma. Embrace it with a calm mind and don't rush for brightness. As you sit peacefully in the darkness, remember that every night will eventual
Light of Purity
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Light of Purity
…r where the light is coming from, or whether you have left the lights on. Be unaffected by it. Feel happy that there is brightness. It is natural for the inner light to appear when the mind is stilled and …
The text discusses the natural emergence of inner light when the mind is tranquil and purified. It encourages readers to remain unaffected by the brightness, much like appreciating the sunrise without
Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
…y in life without facing obstacles. Merit is the driving force that propels one to be reborn in the happy realm, to possess heavenly wealth, and to achieve spiritual attainment that leads to Nibana.
The merit sphere is a flawless, bright sphere representing all success and happiness. It is the source of positivity, driving individuals from ordinary virtues to enlightenment. Merit sustains one's j
The Importance of Merit in Life
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The Importance of Merit in Life
…'re blocking out the opportunity for demerit to enter. This will allow your mind to become radiant, happy and joyful, and be pleased that you have utilized your time productively in pursuit of virtues the …
Merits are the positive outcomes of good deeds, which include generosity, morality, and mental cultivation. These merits form a positive 'merit sphere' within an individual, aiding them during challen
Creating a Positive Environment and Reflective Practices
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Creating a Positive Environment and Reflective Practices
6. Build a happy environment around you with a smile and speaking in an endearing way. 7. Make the effort to see the…
This content emphasizes the importance of building a positive environment through smiling and kind communication. It encourages recognizing virtues in oneself and others while celebrating their merits
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…oor, making charitable contributions. Nibbana (Skt. Nirvana): the state of ultimate happiness, the happy condition of enlightenment, the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness…
This glossary provides definitions and insights into crucial Buddhist terms such as Mundane Merit, which refers to merit from good deeds, and Nibbana, the ultimate state of happiness and enlightenment
List of Individuals and Enterprises
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List of Individuals and Enterprises
…a Thaniyaphol Foo Kok Kean Go Soh Wah Goh Bee Kwong Goh Chun Joo Goh Guan Meng & Family Goh Kim Hwa Happy Beauty & Wellness Hor Khee Wah Jade Toh Huey Ying & family Jamie Chong Siew Lin Janet Ho, So Kee Ho…
This document contains a collection of names, including individuals and their associated families or businesses. Notably mentioned are various enterprises and family ties, signifying community ties. F
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
…er overrides and destroys destructive power, or kilesa; 6. This influx of pure power makes you feel happy; 7. With this happiness, you develop a clearer mind; 8. This in turn generates or produces more boo…
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
…is summer, I have come to realize that the monks who are really worth knowing are the monks who are happy. Happiness, I have discovered, is evident in those monks who meditate all of the time and who recog…
This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo
Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
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Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
…rticipants of the Peace Revolution. But I must say that my eyes, my heart, and my mind are all very happy to see you," I smile. He laughs a big belly laugh and he says, "I will see you again soon." And t…
In February 2009, I revisited the Ashram to attend the Peace Revolution Conference, having previously contributed to its development. My host encouraged me to meet Luang Por Dattajevo, and upon enteri
Listening with a Dharma Attitude
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Listening with a Dharma Attitude
…nto practice. By being mindful and aware of our external environment, we begin to progress toward a happy life. We learn how to carefully use our five senses because we are now seen in public places. "Of …
การฟังด้วยทัศนคติทางธรรมะช่วยสร้างความมั่งคั่งทั้งในด้านวัตถุและจิตใจ โดยการปฏิบัติในสิ่งที่ดีที่เราได้พัฒนา เราเรียนรู้การใช้ประสาทสัมผัสทั้งห้าและการแสดงออกที่เหมาะสม ซึ่งไม่เพียงแต่ทำให้เราเป็นนักเ
The Importance of Meditation in Education
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The Importance of Meditation in Education
…vide workers for the society? There is a great difference between the two, is there not? If we want happy, peaceful people, then we should be educating them to think for themselves, to meditate, and to pro…
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