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The Joy of Ordination: A Tribute to Mothers
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The Joy of Ordination: A Tribute to Mothers
vacation. The poster shows a mother about sixty years old. She is holding a small lei in her hands; her face is full of joy. Her son, attired in white novice robes, is bowing low at her feet showing d
The text highlights a poignant poster depicting a mother and her son during his ordination, emphasizing the joy of this spiritual milestone. The act of ordination is portrayed as a profound way to exp
The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Ordination in Thai Culture
I have seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is
This text reflects on the challenges of prioritizing personal commitments while facing family health issues and the cultural importance of ordination in Thai society. It highlights how ordination is s
The Value of Life
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The Value of Life
Chapter 36 The Value of Life Although we realize that our lives will not last a thousand years, sometimes we still let ourselves drift down into the stream of worldly pleasures which causes us sufferi
ในบทนี้กล่าวถึงคุณค่าของชีวิตและความสำคัญในการใช้ชีวิตอย่างเต็มที่ แม้ว่าชีวิตจะมีวันสิ้นสุด แต่หลายคนยังคงจมอยู่ในความสุขชั่วคราวที่นำมาซึ่งความทุกข์ แนะนำให้เตรียมตัวรับมือกับสถานการณ์ชีวิตจากพระสงฆ
Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
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Coping with a Father's Illness in Buddhism
"Recently, he fell seriously ill and was admitted into a hospital. The doctor said he has cancer and probably won't have much time to live. My father does not have faith in Buddhism. How can I help hi
This text discusses the emotional struggle of helping a father diagnosed with cancer who lacks faith in Buddhism. A senior monk advises that a patient's state of mind is crucial for their afterlife. I
Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
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Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence
Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected increased by at least 300,000 per year while retirement hom
ในปี 1999 สถิติในประเทศไทยแสดงให้เห็นว่าจำนวนผู้สูงอายุที่ถูกทอดทิ้งเพิ่มขึ้นประมาณ 300,000 คนต่อปี ขณะที่บ้านพักคนชราในไทยสามารถรองรับผู้สูงอายุได้เพียง 200 คนต่อปี สาเหตุนี้มาจากลูกผู้ใหญ่ไม่สามารถแ
Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
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Understanding Blessings in Thai Tradition
What is a blessing? Blessing is called vara in the Pali language. The meaning of vara is progress and happiness. A blessing means the act of giving the very best. Therefore, when the elderly give a bl
Blessing, or vara in Pali, signifies giving the very best to loved ones. In Thai culture, it's a cherished tradition where elders bless their descendants, promoting progress and happiness. This nightl
Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness through Austerity
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Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness through Austerity
Chapter 40 Training Oneself in Non-Recklessness by Practicing Austerity (Dhutanga)" Life is full of uncertainties and danger awaits those who are reckless with their lives. The Lord Buddha once said,
本章探讨了如何通过修行苦行来培养非轻率的心态。佛陀教导说,轻率的人就像死去的人。通过苦行,人们可以学习更加小心翼翼地生活。佛陀在传播法教过程中,总共给予了84000个教导,其核心在于非轻率,这是他在入涅槃前对弟子们的最终教诲。
Reviving Thai Ancestral Heritage Through Austerity
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Reviving Thai Ancestral Heritage Through Austerity
This is the way of life that our Thai ancestors inherited long ago. However, how their heritages will be revived and supported depends on one major truth: we must be the first one (exemplar) who pract
เนื้อหานี้เน้นความสำคัญของการกลับคืนสู่ประเพณีบรรพบุรุษไทยผ่านการฝึกหัดการทำบุญและการเข้าร่วมที่วัดท้องถิ่น เพื่อฟื้นฟูและสนับสนุนมรดกทางวัฒนธรรมของเรา การปฏิบัติอย่างต่อเนื่องจะนำไปสู่การสร้างชุมชนที
A True Buddhist
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A True Buddhist
Chapter 41 A True Buddhist When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable message. That is, "What is the
In a recent chapter, insights from a senior monk reveal that Buddhism's decline is primarily due to the diminishing faith of its followers. The monk categorizes the causes into 'External Fool' and 'In
Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W
The text discusses two types of fools in Buddhism: External Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine the faith by misrepresenting its teachings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking r
Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
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Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples
Chapter 42 Abandoned Temples and Prosperous Temples In October 1998, an important Buddhist event occurred in Thailand. News had been published about the Dhammakaya Temple. I remember when the Thai eco
ในเดือนตุลาคม 1998 เกิดขึ้นในไทยเหตุการณ์ทางพุทธศาสนาที่สำคัญ วัดธรรมกายที่มีพื้นที่มากกว่า 3,200,000 ตารางเมตรเผชิญกับการโจมตีจากสื่อโดยเฉพาะในช่วงเวลาที่เศรษฐกิจไทยเสื่อมถอย แต่กลับไม่สูญพันธุ์ตามที
Solving Buddhism's Crisis
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Solving Buddhism's Crisis
Chapter 43 Solving Buddhism's Crisis During the past twenty years, when the season of important the Buddhist tradition called the Kathina" Ceremony has approached, news about monks who have violated t
Chapter 43 discusses the challenges Buddhism faces over the past two decades, particularly during the Kathina Ceremony, highlighting media coverage of monks violating monastic discipline. This has led
Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
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Maintaining Buddhism Amidst Crisis
When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie
When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The S
พระพุทธเจ้า - ต้นแบบแห่งปัญญา
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พระพุทธเจ้า - ต้นแบบแห่งปัญญา
Chapter 44 The Lord Buddha - The Role Model of Wisdom Having experienced much in life, we clearly understand the meaning of vicissitudes. No one gains merely fortune or misfortunate throughout life; l
ในบทนี้ได้กล่าวถึงพระพุทธเจ้าในฐานะต้นแบบแห่งปัญญา โดยเน้นถึงความจริงในชีวิตที่มีทั้งความสุขและความเศร้า รวมถึงการรับมือกับความรู้สึกเหล่านั้นอย่างมีสติ ไม่ควรปล่อยให้ความสุขกลายเป็นปัญหาสำหรับผู้อื่น
Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
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Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
Chapter 45 Contributing a Buddha Image- The Body of Enlightenment Donating a Buddha image for oneself or one's family was a favorite tradition of our ancestors. Wealthier people traveled around the co
In this chapter, we discuss the importance of donating a Buddha image as a traditional practice among our ancestors. Wealthier individuals often traveled to contribute these images to temples, recogni
Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide
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Dhammakaya Meditation Centers Worldwide
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Discover the Dhammakaya Meditation Centers in various countries, including Australia (Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth), New Zealand (Orewa and Dunedin), and South Africa (Cape Town and Johannesburg). T
Fortifying Mental Health
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Fortifying Mental Health
When it comes to physical strength, we know that we must eat nutritious and wholesome foods and exercise to have a strong, healthy and functional body. However, most people do not know how to fortify
This book compiles insightful advice from The Most Venerable Dhammajayo Bhikkhu aimed at helping individuals reinforce their mental resilience. In a world where physical strength is often prioritized,
Confronting Obstacles: Understanding Solvable and Insolvable Problems
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Confronting Obstacles: Understanding Solvable and Insolvable Problems
38 CONFRONTING OBSTACLES XIII Solvable and Insolvable 26 September 2002 *** According to the Lord Buddha, there are two types of problems: satekicha and atekiccha, which means solvable and unsolvable.
จากคำสอนของพระพุทธเจ้า ปัญหามีสองประเภทคือ แก้ไขได้และแก้ไขไม่ได้ บทเรียนนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าไม่ทุกปัญหาสามารถแก้ไขได้ เช่น เมื่อเราตัดนิ้วมือแผลสามารถหายได้ แต่ถ้าเราถูกตัดหัวก็ไม่มีทางกลับมาเป็นเหมือนเด
Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
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Achieving Complete Relaxation and Mindfulness
Let everything go. Let your mind be joyful, relaxed, and free from all worry. Then breathe normally. Relax every muscle in your body. Start to relax from the top of your head, down to your forehead. R
This text provides a step-by-step approach to achieving complete relaxation and a joyful, clear mind. It encourages letting go of worries and tension in the body, leading to a state of lightness and e
A Successful Marriage
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A Successful Marriage
A Successful Marriage Monica : We have a big problem in Norway. Many people get divorced, like 50% every year, and I don't know why that happens all the time because you can just change your man like
In Norway, where divorce rates reach 50% annually, Monica seeks to understand how other cultures and religions maintain lasting marriages. Luang Por emphasizes three critical questions for those conte