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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding Internal and External Fools in Buddhism
…re are great numbers of this type of fool, who try to demolish Buddhism in their everyday lives. 2) Internal Fools include Buddhists who do not respect the Lord Buddha. They doubt His enlightenment, disrespect His …
…al Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine the faith by misrepresenting its teachings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking respect for the Buddha, His teachings, and the Sangha. Internal Fools ca…
Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
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Understanding External and Internal Fools in Buddhism
…e are great numbers of this type of fool, who try to demolish Buddhism in their everyday lives. 2) Internal Fools include Buddhists who do not respect the Lord Buddha. They doubt His enlightenment, disrespect His …
…ek to distort and undermine Buddhist teachings, casting aspersions on monks and creating confusion. Internal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists who fail to respect the Buddha, His teachings, and the Sangha. Th…
The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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The Decline of Buddhism: Insights from a Senior Monk
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 most significant cause of B
…He categorizes those contributing to this decline as 'fools', dividing them into External Fools and Internal Fools. This categorization urges collective responsibility in preserving the teachings and faith of Buddh…
Endurance Against Defilements: Building a Stable Family
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Endurance Against Defilements: Building a Stable Family
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the bad deed, defilements let us suffer, receive punishments, experience all kinds of dis
This text discusses the impact of defilements on individuals and families, emphasizing how these negative influences lead to bad habits and a breakdown of unity within families. It identifies the 'Roa
Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
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Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the bad deed, defilements let us suffer, receive punishments, experience all kinds of dis
The text discusses how defilements control individuals, leading them to perform bad deeds and suffer consequences. It highlights the importance of resisting external stimuli known as the Roads to Ruin
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 Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
Meditation with the Crystal Ball
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Meditation with the Crystal Ball
middle of the clear crystal ball at the centre of your body. The mantra is “Samma Arahang”, which means make the mind pure and detached from all forms of suffering. Or you can use the words “clear and
This meditation guide focuses on visualizing a clear crystal ball at the center of your body, using the mantra 'Samma Arahang' to purify the mind. As you meditate, maintain a still mind and observe th
Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
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Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
as though every cell in your body is attaining the fullest happiness and joy. When you are exhaling, release every single worry and stress. Take a moment to let go of these various concerns. Then brea
This content guides you through mindfulness and relaxation techniques that involve deep breathing and visualizing a crystal ball to clear your mind and alleviate tension. It starts with releasing worr
The Path to Inner Stillness and Universal Love
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The Path to Inner Stillness and Universal Love
If you have an internal experience that differs from what you normally experience, do not become agitated or happy. Keep your mind unperturbed, just observe dispassionately. Do not be pleased or displ
In this insight, the practice of meditation is highlighted where one is encouraged to maintain a dispassionate observation of internal experiences. This leads to a refined mind centered at the body’s
The Journey Within: Discovering Peace Through Meditation
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The Journey Within: Discovering Peace Through Meditation
money, own effort by passing through danger, wasting and sometimes losing our wealth, physical organs or even our lives. An external journey creates tedium, temporary joy and limited experiences. As t
This text discusses the contrasting experiences of external and internal journeys. While external journeys may lead to boredom and loss, the internal journey through meditation offers relaxation and g
Positive Impact of Dhamma Quiz Participation
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Positive Impact of Dhamma Quiz Participation
Youths who participate in the Dhamma quiz all feel the positive changes in them. Therefore they prepare to study and want to participate in the quiz continuously. Some of them talk about their impress
Youths participating in the Dhamma quiz report numerous positive changes in their lives. No matter their Quiz scores, they express gratitude for the knowledge gained, such as the importance of not ass
Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
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Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
128. MAKE RESOLUTIONS EVEN WHEN MAKING SMALL MERITS Even when you make small merits, make resolutions to never run into fools¹ (immoral people), but to surround yourself with only the virtuous. 129.
การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
"Fools" (palay): spiritually defective people. A fool is someone wicked, weak, or feeble in a moral sense. His discretion is faulty, not knowing right from wrong, good from bad. A fool is one who give
This content delves into various Buddhist concepts such as 'fools'—spiritually defective individuals whose actions reflect moral weakness. It explains that heaven in Buddhism comprises six levels prov
Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
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Understanding Yourself: The Journey Within
7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in
This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spirit
Benefits of Movement and Exercise Post-Meditation
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Benefits of Movement and Exercise Post-Meditation
When one sits still for a long period, as is required by meditation, one's internal organs are constricted, and this can cause digestive problems. Therefore, one must train oneself to move around afte
Sitting still for prolonged periods during meditation can lead to constriction of internal organs, causing digestive problems. It is essential to move around after meditation to restore circulation. M
Meditation in Everyday Life
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Meditation in Everyday Life
Meditation in Everyday Life remind you. We do these things on a daily basis not because someone compels us to, but rather because they are necessities in life. This is in the same way that meditation
Meditation is essential for mental health, much like daily physical activities are for the body. Engaging in meditation daily enhances your well-being and can become a natural part of life, just as br
The Impact of DMC on Diverse Communities
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The Impact of DMC on Diverse Communities
Not only is DMC popular for residents, it has also expanded to people in schools, dormitories, police stations, hospitals and even prisons. The ideas of individual’s and world peace have widely expand
DMC has gained popularity not only among local residents but also among diverse groups such as students, dormitory residents, police officers, medical staff, patients, and even prisoners. The teaching
The Practice of Ānāpānasmṛti: Breath Meditation in Early Buddhism
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The Practice of Ānāpānasmṛti: Breath Meditation in Early Buddhism
describing the practice of the four smrtyṣhānas associated with the breath (ānāpānasmṛti), and resulting the attainment of the three vimoksamukhās.42 An Shigao’s translation of the Ānāpānasmṛti Sūtra
This text delves into the practice of Ānāpānasmṛti, a significant Buddhist meditation focused on breath. It highlights An Shigao’s translation of the Ānāpānasmṛti Sūtra and its influence on later monk
Exploring Chinese Philosophical Texts and Their Influence
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Exploring Chinese Philosophical Texts and Their Influence
Kohn, Livia, and Yoshinobu Sakade. Taoist Meditation and Longevity Techniques. Center for Chinese Studies, University of Michigan, 1989. Mair, Victor H. “What Is Geyi, After All?” In Philosophy and Re
This collection examines various texts that shed light on the development of Chinese philosophical thought and literary traditions. Works range from Livia Kohn's exploration of Taoist meditation pract