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67. ONE DROP AT A TIME FILLS UP A JAR Together, each tiny drop of water can fill up a big jar. Likewise, each act of good deed will fill up your "jar" of virtue. But with no good deed done at all, you

…forts and merits shape one's fate, advocating for the pursuit of merit as a pathway to success. The insights underscore the lasting impact of past merits on present and future lives, encouraging readers to b…

71. ONLY THOSE WITH A PURE HEART WILL BE WITH ME A person with a pure heart and a clear mind, one whose focus is on gaining merit, is the only kind of person I want to have in my company. Those with d

…g merit and improving oneself is key, promising eventual victory in this life or the next. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

78. CALL UPON MERIT FOR HELP All good work takes good planning. When I built the Buddhad­hakka Center, I had to plan everything very carefully. I knew building an alms house (reformatory) at the Buddh

…ates, encouraging readers to meditate on their own merits for guidance and future success. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

… can see through to the heart of a person's suffering and its causes. With compassion, I offer them insight into their suffering and in doing so, I gain merit. What they do with that knowledge is now up to t…

The text discusses the significance of maintaining a purified mind focused on merit and Dhamma. It emphasizes the importance of compassion in understanding others' suffering while acknowledging that e

89. USING MERIT CORRECTLY The act of charity returns to us in good fortune. The act of mental cultivation brings us deliverance. Meditate frequently. Before merit can be generated, there is a great d

…umulated merit. Embrace every chance to create and renew your merit for a fulfilling life. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you

…ue virtue will attract positive company, reinforcing the values of kindness and integrity. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

100. OLD MERIT, NEW MERIT I have pity for both the rich and the poor. Rich people are well off because they have “old” merit from their past lives to support them. However, if they don’t produce “new”

…mple. For those wishing to help others, having a strong foundation of merit is essential. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

103. WISHES COME THROUGH I made the following resolution while leaving a robe-offering ceremony to monks on the occasion of the Magha Puja Day® in which I was the ceremonial leader. Bring your mind to

…porary and that the only lasting currency is the merit one accumulates through good deeds. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

111. PURSUING PERFECTIONS UNTIL YOU PREVAIL Addressing a group of Upasaka (male temple attendants) getting ready to be ordained: When you have decided to enter the temple in order to pursue Perfecti

…red due to intimacy, making prevention essential. Maintaining purity and virtue will enable clearer insight and the ability to overcome obstacles. The advice remains relevant: abstain from love affairs to en…

112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A

… past experiences of purity and the dedication to maintain this state in future lifetimes. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

…tions: Do not let Mara conceal the truth from me and prevent me from having the super-knowledge and insight. Let me know eveything according to the truths. Let me be free from Mara's influence which causes m…

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,

131. HAVING CAPABLE PERSONNEL May I be surrounded with good and capable personnel. Even if they are few, may they all be ones who are wise, virtuous and capable, able to complete tasks with excellence

…980, and November 20, 1982, highlight personal growth and the importance of merit in life. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

136. ENDURE Have fortitude and tolerance. Do not create any more bad karma for yourself, or you will keep running into hardships. 137. IMPROVE We have sacrificed many things in order to pursue Perfec

…mitted to personal growth to ensure success in current and future existences. Visit dmc.tv for more insights.

139. THE SPEED OF THE CAPTAIN IS THE SPEED OF THE CREW Whatever you do, do it seriously without any laxity. A leader who does things nonchalantly will have subordinates who are also nonchalant. If a l

…ces of dedication and hard work in building a temple, advocating for a diligent lifestyle. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

144. WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT SERIOUSLY Since I arrived at the temple, many people looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by them. Instead, I focused my attentio

…heir root causes, rather than responding with anger. The author's journey through challenges offers insight into defeating life's adversities, as they embrace the notion that this is the final lifetime of su…

150. BATTLE IN SILENCE Pursuing virtue is not such an easy task. You have to fight, you have to endure, and you have to battle in silence. I build virtue. I fight silently. I rely on my merit for help

…ers to cultivate inner strength and resilience in their quest for perfection. Visit dmc.tv for more insights.

156. WILLING TO ACCEPT HARDSHIP I pursue Perfections with the goal to attain Nibbana after I have vanquished all Mara. As long as Mara still remains I will not allow myself to enter Nibbana. My mind i

… This is a personal reflection aimed at spiritual growth and community peace. Visit dmc.tv for more insights.

159. LOVE OF CLEANLINESS My love of cleanliness has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. I have fought for a long time to keep cleanliness wherever I go. Cleanliness has become a symbol of

…al practice that fosters inner peace and respect among individuals and their surroundings. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

170. A PLACE OF MERIT When I came to live at the Buddhahead Center, I set my mind to this one goal: to make this place clean and pure, a imperious place of virtue where people come to practice medita

…hallenges and reinforcing the significance of a pure environment for spiritual growth. For detailed insights, visit dmc.tv.

184. PROTECT YOUR MIND It is the natural condition of the world to have both the good and the bad. Sometimes we are joyous and happy; sometimes we are sad and worried. This is a part of life. However

…s are encouraged to prioritize their mental well-being and seek clarity in their thoughts. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.