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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
someone who is angry or hateful. When we are happy and content with ourselves, we project a personality of self-confidence and social grace. For this reason, merit can indeed change our personality to
…te us from the cycles of suffering inherent in life, ensuring a more fulfilling existence. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la
…multiply good actions. These principles create a pathway to a virtuous and fulfilled life. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
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The Importance of Spiritual Wealth and Charitable Giving
No matter how many material possessions we may have accumulated, none of them can be taken with us upon our departure from this world. All of them will be left behind. The only possession we can take
…es, and fuel, all contributing to the act of giving and enriching one's spiritual life. For further insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Importance of Pure Giving
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The Importance of Pure Giving
- The giver is pure -- The more pure the giver the more merit he will receive in his giving. It is wise for the giver to practice at least the Five Precepts to achieve purity. Purify your mind to gain
…ity of one’s heart and the thought behind it that enhances the merit accrued. Visit dmc.tv for more insights on meaningful giving.
Understanding Meditation and Its Benefits
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Understanding Meditation and Its Benefits
…ginal state of perfection. This is the state where the mind functions at full potential, possessing insight and higher form of wisdom. It is well accepted that the calm state of mind, which can be attained d…
Meditation serves as a crucial tool for mental development, enabling the mind to achieve stillness and clarity. Human beings are composed of body and mind, where a clear mind leads to good actions, wh
The Power of Meditation in Purifying the Mind
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The Power of Meditation in Purifying the Mind
When we are young, our mind is simple, innocent and relatively pure. A young mind has not yet been exposed to many mental contaminants. It is easier for the mind of a child to reach a calm and tranqui
…ears of history, meditation has proven beneficial and remains relevant today. Visit dmc.tv for more insights on meditation.
Meditation Techniques for Continuous Mindfulness
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Meditation Techniques for Continuous Mindfulness
…taining the Dhamma body (or Dhammakaya). Only then is one equipped to turn one’s meditation towards insight [vipassana]. Thus there is no need to practice mindfulness of the breath at any stage.
การทำสมาธิสามารถทำได้ตลอดเวลา ไม่ว่าคุณจะอยู่ในท่าใด โดยการจินตนาการวัตถุของการทำสมาธิอย่างต่อเนื่องและไม่ต้องบังคับ อย่าหวังผลลัพธ์ในทันทีเพื่อป้องกันการรู้สึกไม่พอใจ ที่สำคัญคือการรักษาสภาวะจิตใจเป็
Meditation Techniques for Centering the Mind
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Meditation Techniques for Centering the Mind
4. Maintain your mind at the center of the body all the time: Even after having finished your formal sitting, maintain your mind at the center of the body the whole of the time. No matter whether you
…hroughout life, individuals can find refuge and joy both in the present and the afterlife. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Dhamma Through Meditation
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Understanding Dhamma Through Meditation
[cakkhu], knowing [ñāṇa], wisdom [paññā] and knowledge [vijjā]. The meditator will see the nature of the Dhamma (inner mental phenomena). According to the Lord Buddha’s advice to Vakkali “he who sees
… teachings encourage meditators to deepen their wisdom and knowledge, ultimately leading to greater insight into the nature of reality. For more information, visit dmc.tv.
Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
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Stories of Virtue and Wisdom
Preface........................................................................................................2 1) The Story of Venerable Tissa........................................................
This collection of stories from Buddhist teachings reveals profound insights into the nature of virtue and wisdom. Each narrative illustrates a different principle, such as ho…
The Story of Venerable Tissa
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The Story of Venerable Tissa
6 The Story of Venerable Tissa While residing at the Jetavana Monastery the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Venerable Tissa. The story goes that a certain youth of respectable family, who
…even simple acts such as sewing and weaving can hold significant meaning in Buddhist life. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
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The Tale of the Robe and Its Consequences
"My robeclouth was a coarse one, eight cubits long, but this is a fine one, nine cubits long. this is not mine; it is yours. I don’t want it. Give me the same one I gave you." "Venerable, this cloth i
…the robe among themselves, highlighting the transient nature of attachments and belongings. Further insights into the teachings of detachment and the consequences of desire are explored. For more lessons on …
Understanding Craving in Buddhism
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Understanding Craving in Buddhism
12 I have permitted you to take the robe and divide it among you." The Buddha continued, "Craving is, indeed, a grievous matter among living beings here in the world. Even as rust which springs from
…ding this teaching is crucial for overcoming desire and attaining liberation. Visit dmc.tv for more insights on Buddhist teachings.
The Story of Tambadathika
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The Story of Tambadathika
24 --- The Story of Tambadathika While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Tambadathika, the executioner of thieves. Tambadathika served th
…ing his final moments as he seeks solace in simple pleasures after a long and hard career. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
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The Teachings of Venerable Sariputta
26 At that moment Venerable Sariputta showed himself at the door of the former executioner's house. When the man saw the Venerable, he paid obeisance to him. And escorting him into his house, he p
…o the teachings, advancing his spiritual journey towards sotapatti magga and anuloma nana. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
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The Rebirth of Tambadathika: A Lesson in Dhamma
28 OCTOBER Kasiha Readam After the discourse, Tambadathika accompanied Venerable Sariputta for some distance and then returned home. On his way home a cow (actually a demon in the guise of a cow) g
… of Dhamma. The monks ponder the significance of one word of wisdom, highlighting that even a brief insight can lead to immense spiritual benefit. This story emphasizes the transformative power of understand…
The Value of a Meaningful Word
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The Value of a Meaningful Word
Verse 3. One Pacifying Word Is Noble Through a thousand speeches be composed of meaningless lines, better the single meaningful line one hears, then comes to calm. Explanation: Expressions replete wi
…ors and listeners alike, fostering an environment where valuable conversations can thrive. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant
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The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant
32 social Studies 4 The Story of Mahadhana, a Merchant While residing at the Jetavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke this verse with reference to Mahadhana, a merchant from Varanasi. Once, a merchant f
…ature's challenges, showcasing the Buddha's wisdom and understanding of human experiences. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
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The Urgency of Mindfulness and the Impending Death
He is thinking that he would stay here and sell his goods the whole year. He is not aware that he would die here in seven days’ time. What should be done should be done today. Who would know that one
…nal day. The text underlines that even a single night of mindfulness is a life well spent. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
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The Fear of Death and Eternal Wisdom
36 Buddha Meema the Buddha expounded a discourse in appreciation (anumodana). At the end of the discourse, Mahadhana the merchant attained sŏtapatti fruition. He followed the Buddha for some distance
…r of death. Ultimately, Mahadhana's story emphasizes the transient nature of life and the spiritual insights gained from confronting mortality. For more on Buddhist teachings, visit dmc.tv.