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The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
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The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
66 The Virtue of Approving 7. Velāma Sutta "Now, householder, if the thought should occur to you, 'Perhaps it was someone else who at that time was Velāma the brahman, who gave that gift, t
In the Velāma Sutta, the householder is reminded that true merit comes not from the quantity or grandeur of gifts, but from the character and realization of those who receive them. The teaching emphas
Fight with Kindness: Building Better Neighborhood Relationships
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Fight with Kindness: Building Better Neighborhood Relationships
2. Fight with kindness. If the parents are younger than the neighbors, they should try to be friendlier. The neighbors may become more aware and argue more quietly. However, if the parents are older
บทความนี้พูดถึงวิธีการสร้างความสัมพันธ์ที่ดีในชุมชน โดยเน้นที่การแสดงความเมตตาและความเคารพต่อเพื่อนบ้าน หากพ่อแม่มีอายุน้อยกว่าผู้ควบคุมควรพยายามเป็นมิตรเพื่อให้เพื่อนบ้านตระหนักและมีความอดทนในการโต้แ
Creating Harmony in the Family
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Creating Harmony in the Family
Dinner is an important meal that should be reserved for the family. Missing it would be unfortunate since everyone must tend to their own personal things after dinner. Some will do homework while othe
Dinner is a vital meal for family bonding, preventing unresolved issues and conflicts. While some families resort to separate dinners and television, true warmth comes from shared meals. Couples shoul
What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
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What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along?
Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? Here is a true story for parents who have not yet begun creating harmony in their families. There was once a family with three d
This chapter discusses the challenges faced by families when siblings do not get along. The story of three daughters highlights the emotional pain experienced by the oldest sibling as her sisters rema
Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
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Understanding the Tradition of Almsgiving in Buddhism
Having thought more about that, and I returned to my simple monks' quarters (kuti), I felt I had no time to rest. I immediately started meditating with diligence. After I finished meditating, I studie
บทความนี้สำรวจความหมายและที่มาของประเพณีการใส่บาตรในประเทศไทย โดยชี้ให้เห็นถึงความสำคัญของการให้ และทำไมไม่นักบวชควรจะเป็นฝ่ายแสดงความขอบคุณผ่านการไหว้ให้กับญาติโยม และความรู้ที่มอบให้จะมีค่ากว่าทรัพย
Understanding Vyavala in Context of Largesse
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Understanding Vyavala in Context of Largesse
78 10 To keep the robes down. 11 Vyavala. This became almost a technical term in connexion with largesse. It is literally 'hindered'; but when the things to be given were too limited as compar
This text explores the term 'Vyavala' which became a technical term associated with the concept of largesse. It reflects on how limited resources lead to some applicants being overlooked, in a practic
The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
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The Virtue of Absorbing in the Velama Sutta
68 The Virtue of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to feed one non - returner, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed 100 oncereturners. "If one were to feed one arahant, that
In the Velama Sutta, the text highlights the profound impact of offering food to individuals with high spiritual attainment. It asserts that feeding a single non-returner yields greater merit than fee
Transforming Life Through Knowledge and Meditation
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Transforming Life Through Knowledge and Meditation
Knowledge and Career Consequently, my income has increased like never before. I changed my home and business residence to a more beautiful and comfortable one. It's a calm and bright apartment in an e
My life has transformed dramatically through the acquisition of knowledge and the practice of meditation. With an increase in income, I relocated to a beautiful apartment near Lake Zurich, enjoying bo
อุรังคนีาน: ตำนานพระธาตุทางภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ
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อุรังคนีาน: ตำนานพระธาตุทางภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ
อุรังคนีาน: ตำนานพระธาตุทางภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ 191 Urāṅganidāna: The Lineage of Buddhist Shrines in Far Northeastern Thailand Chirapat PRAPANDVIDYA Abstract The Urāṅganidāna is a text written in n
อุรังคนีานเป็นเอกสารที่บรรยายถึงตำนานพระธาตุในภาคตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือของประเทศไทย รวมถึงพื้นที่ฝั่งตะวันออกของแม่น้ำโขงในลาว โดยมีจุดประสงค์หลักคือการยกย่องบราวะ Dhatū Phanom และสร้างเรื่องเล่าที่ว่าพระ
Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Ceremonies at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
The text extracted from the image is: The novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya for giving a blessing to His Majesty the King related to His 70th Birthday Celebr
The novice monk ordination ceremony on 8th February 1998 at Wat Phra Dhammakaya honored His Majesty the King for his 70th birthday, with 13,842 participants including students, government employees, a
Understanding the Duality of the Heart
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Understanding the Duality of the Heart
The physical heart is an organ. Nowadays, doctors can stop the beating of the heart while operating on a patient with heart problems and are able to restart the beating once the operation is finished.
เนื้อหาสำรวจเกี่ยวกับหัวใจทางกายภาพและหัวใจทางจิตวิญญาณซึ่งเป็นสิ่งต่างกัน คำสอนของพระพุทธเจ้าที่มีความรู้ในสมัยโบราณเกี่ยวกับจักรวาลและแนวคิดเรื่องบุญ ผู้เขียนยืนยันในเรื่องบุญและกรรมซึ่งมีผลต่อชีวิต
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
The Virtuous Lay Disciple Dhammika
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The Virtuous Lay Disciple Dhammika
While residing at the Jefavana Monastery in Savatthi, the Buddha spoke this verse, with reference to Dhammika, a lay disciple. Once there lived in Savatthi, a lay disciple by the name of Dhammika, wh
While residing at the Jefavana Monastery, the Buddha spoke about Dhammika, a lay disciple from Savatthi known for his charity and virtuous life. He led five hundred virtuous followers and had seven so
The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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The Significance of Blessing in Thai Culture
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
คำว่าอวยพรในภาษาไทยหมายถึง 'วาระ' ซึ่งแปลว่าเป็นการให้สิ่งที่ดีที่สุดแก่กัน การอวยพรมีความสำคัญในวัฒนธรรมไทย โดยเฉพาะในการส่งผ่านคุณธรรมและความดีงามจากผู้สูงอายุไปยังเยาวชน ผ่านการเล่าเรื่องและพฤติกรร
The Quest for True Happiness
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The Quest for True Happiness
I believe that if we look at each individual person, we will see that we are all made of the same components: our physical body and our mind. We can favour our body by giving it beverages, food, and t
This text discusses the connection between individual well-being and happiness, emphasizing the necessity of balancing the physical body and the mind. It questions whether superficial pleasures lead t
Exploring Tolerance and Benevolence in Daily Life
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Exploring Tolerance and Benevolence in Daily Life
Part Seven: Appendixes 3. Tolerance; putting up with adversity; patience (Khanti) 4. Being able to part with possessions and give them to the proper people who will care for them well; renunciation (C
In this section, we delve into the virtues of tolerance and benevolence, such as patience (Khanti) and renunciation (Cāga). The text highlights four detrimental paths leading to ruin, including indulg
Truth for the Family: Living with Purpose
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Truth for the Family: Living with Purpose
Part Five: Truth for the Family in our life is to live with purpose or meaning. The more we perform deeds that are purposeful and good, the more our life can be considered meaningful. To get the very
Part Five emphasizes that a meaningful life involves purposeful actions. It suggests avoiding evil, maximizing good deeds, and meditating to maintain a clear mind. The state of our mind at death impac
Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
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Caring for a Dying Parent: A Buddhist Perspective
bad deeds, in his last moment of life, he will experience great suffering. "As a daughter, you should stay close to your father. When the chance arises, give your father a Dhamma talk; bring him f
The passage highlights the significance of remaining close to a dying parent, suggesting actions like giving Dhamma talks, offering alms, and encouraging chanting to alleviate suffering. It emphasizes
Family Life: Keys to a Healthy Marriage
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Family Life: Keys to a Healthy Marriage
Part One: Family Life rules for self-discipline (discussed later), and being diligent with meditation. All taken together, they will help us learn to share, improve our morality in speech and action,
ในส่วนแรกนี้เกี่ยวกับชีวิตครอบครัว และการรักษาความสัมพันธ์ในชีวิตแต่งงานให้แข็งแรง โดยเน้นไปที่ความรับผิดชอบที่แต่ละฝ่ายจะต้องมีต่อกัน เช่น การสื่อสาร การเคารพซึ่งกันและกัน ความซื่อสัตย์ และการทำงานร่
Raising Children: The Role of Parents
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Raising Children: The Role of Parents
Part Two: Raising Children realize just how influential we are to our children. Before we can begin to be good role models, we need to take a look at our own qualities. Do we lie, steal or treat other
Part Two emphasizes the significant influence parents have on their children's behavior and moral values. It highlights the necessity for parents to reflect on their own actions as children often mirr