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56. TO SUCCESSFULLY PURSUE PERFECTIONS, ONE NEED TO EMBRACE MEDITATION We were born to pursue virtues. Strive to perform good deeds. If you wish to successfully pursue Perfections, you need to “attac

In the pursuit of Perfections, one must focus on mental development rather than attachment to people. Meditation serves as a vital practice to overcome false views and achieve personal merit. As exper

His mother and father asked him, "Son, what is wrong with you?" The son replied, "If I can have that acrobat's daughter, I shall live; if I cannot have her, I shall die right here." Said his mother a

In this tale, a son declares his inability to live without the acrobat's daughter, much to his parents' dismay. Despite their attempts to reason with him, he insists on pursuing her. His father eventu

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

Merit is essential for success and happiness, requiring faith and good deeds. Cherish your merit and make the most of every opportunity to acquire more, as it serves as your refuge from life's defilem

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

In a talk directed at male temple attendants preparing for ordination, the importance of unwavering commitment to the pursuit of Perfections is emphasized. The speaker stresses the need to avoid distr

115. BEAUTY THAT IS NOT In all my years, I have yet to see a truly beautiful woman. For all their efforts to beautify themselves from head to toe, to my eyes I see no beauty in them at all. What I see

In reflections from November 5, 1979, the author expresses a profound disillusionment with conventional beauty, seeing it as harmful and reflective of deeper vanity. The constant resolutions to avoid

133. THOSE WHO FOLLOW ME I always make this resolution: May those who follow me be ones endowed with purity in body, speech and mind, not ones who seek recognition and fame; may they be ones who seek

This text emphasizes the significance of personal resolutions for those who follow a path of purity in body, speech, and mind. It expresses a desire to live in environments that foster a sense of free

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

This text reflects on the importance of approaching meditation with seriousness and focus. Despite facing mistreatment and negativity from others, the author emphasizes the value of maintaining a Dham

146. TRIUMPH THROUGH MERIT On the outside it may appear that I have surrendered to my foes. But on the inside my conviction remains as strong and unwavering as ever. Instead of using words, I fight wi

In this contemplative piece, the author shares insights on the contrast between outward appearances and inner convictions. Despite seeming defeated externally, the author asserts that true victory com

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

This text emphasizes the challenges of pursuing virtue, the importance of enduring struggles in silence, and the transformative power of purity and merit. It reflects on personal growth and the journe

46 Clear-minded Youths - 5 The Story of Mattakundali On that morning, the Buddha arising early from his deep meditation of compassion saw, in his Net of Knowledge, Mattakundali lying on the verandah.

In this narrative, the Buddha notices Mattakundali, a weak youth, during his morning alms round. Despite his frail condition, Mattakundali expresses faith in the Buddha mentally. Upon passing, he is r

162. ABIDE BY THE RULES Abide by the rules and regulations of the places where we find ourselves. When I first arrived at Wat Paknam, I made the effort to learn all the rules and regulations of the

Understanding the significance of abiding by the rules at spiritual places is essential for personal growth. At Wat Paknam, the author emphasizes the need to learn and respect regulations, leading to

177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family

In this poignant narrative, a young girl recounts the turmoil within her family as her father, under the influence of alcohol, lashes out after feeling insulted by her mother. This event triggers a se

"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

impurities; defilements; mental impurities monk’s living quarters virtue; virtuous; wholesome; good wholesome action; beneficial act; virtuous deed; good deed tenfold wholesome course of actio

This text delves into the Buddhist understanding of mental impurities and their impact on virtue and wholesome actions. It discusses the importance of defilements and how monks aim to foster virtuous

The arrangement miscarried, however, for on the first three visits that Siddhatha made to the village he saw things that had a deeply traumatic effect on his over-protected consciousness. He was initi

This text traces the transformative journey of Prince Siddhartha in his quest for understanding suffering and achieving enlightenment. Over the course of several visits to the village, he encounters t

The Teachings of the Buddha The Teachings of the Buddha are known as Dhamma, a Pali word for the Truth, the law of righteousness. In his first sermon the Buddha emphasized that one should live the Mi

The Teachings of the Buddha, known as Dhamma, emphasize the Middle Way, avoiding extremes of indulgence and self-mortification. Central to Buddha's teachings are the Four Noble Truths, which acknowled

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14 2 Story of Three Groups of Persons A group of seven monks also went to pay homage to the Buddha. On the way, they enquired at a monastery and they were directed to a cave, and there they spent the

This tale narrates the experience of seven monks who spent a night in a cave and were trapped for seven days after a boulder blocked the entrance. They were eventually freed and sought the Buddha's wi

The Reasons the Tusita Realm is the Center of Knowers As mentioned earlier, the Tusita Realm is extraordinary compared to other celestial realms. What makes it extraordinary is the fact that it is the

The Tusita Realm stands out among celestial realms as the abode of verified Bodhisattas destined to achieve enlightenment as Buddhas in the future. It also houses celestial beings gathering merit to b

Preface For more than two years, our Team has compiled a series of books devoted to meditation practices of Phrathepnyamahamuni. We have selected spiritual teachings that he transmits to his disciple

For over two years, our team has worked to compile books on the meditation practices of Phrathepnyamahamuni. This fifth volume emphasizes the importance of mental stillness in achieving progress in me