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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
Suzanne Jeffrey "The second type is called Kanta Mara and that is about the human body. Our present biology says that man is body, but in higher biology,…
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fear of deat…
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffery Q: Does Mara exist? What does Mara look like? A: Yes. Mara exists. Khun Yai used to say that Mara is Mara. Mara does not like good deeds and Mara always interferes. Mara cannot stop
In this content, Suzanne Jeffery discusses the existence of Mara, describing it as an entity that interferes with our ability to perform good deeds. Although Mara cannot prevent goodness, it can prese
Conquer Mara with Goodness
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Conquer Mara with Goodness
127. CONQUER MARA WITH GOODNESS Throughout my life I have done nothing but good deeds. I will keep doing so to further the purity of my body, speech and mind. This goodness will help me overcome the i
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,
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
Metings with J. Dhyaan Master This is a store can satisfy every desire of god or man; No matter what they aspire to have: All that is got by boon’s grace. Beauty of looks, beauty of voice, beauty of
In the teachings of J. Dhyaan Master, the store of boon represents the source of all desires fulfilled by divine grace. Boonya, or pure energy from doing good, leads to personal purification and enlig
Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
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Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey Luang Pu - Grandfather Monk. In this book, I use the designation for the re-discoverer of the Dhammakaya Meditation Technique, Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam, who was the Abbot of Wat PakNa
This text introduces key terms within the realm of Dhammakaya Meditation, focusing on figures like Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam and the roles of MaeChi and Upasikas. It delves into Mara as a symbol of tem
The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
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The Importance of Purity in Dhamma Teaching
NICENESS WITH A DHAMMA TEACHER become pure and then work together. If many pure people came together, then we could help one another destroy Mara. And this is what the temple is trying to do. We prev
In this teaching, the Dhamma teacher emphasizes the need for personal purity and collective effort to combat Mara. The concept of the Buddha as pure energy and the singular truth of Dhamma across reli
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
Embracing the Final Lifetime
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Embracing the Final Lifetime
147. FINAL LIFETIME I reflected on my situation and I perceived that, in one of my past lifetimes, I must have committed certain unwholesome acts that resulted in negative retributions for me. That w
In this text, the author reflects on the challenges encountered in their current life, attributing them to past misdeeds. Recognizing this as the final lifetime, the commitment to performing good deed
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
ELEMENTS OF BUDDHIST LIFESTYLE 64.Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya¹4 is going to be a great merit because it will allow us to get the upper hand in the struggle ag
The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event in the Buddhist lifestyle, representing a merit that aids practitioners in overcoming Mara. It symbolizes the pursuit of the Unive
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
Klong: a Thai word for canal Luang Por: a Thai word which means Venerable Father, an informal way of addressing a senior monk. Luang Pu: a Thai word which means Venerable Grandfather, an informal wa
This text provides insight into important Thai terms associated with Buddhism. Terms such as 'Klong' refer to canals, while 'Luang Por' and 'Luang Pu' are respectful titles for monks, particularly in
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl
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
การเข้าถึงผู้มีความรู้ภายใน
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การเข้าถึงผู้มีความรู้ภายใน
พยายามากลัวเราเข้าไปถึงผู้นรู้ภายใน กล้ใจไปอยู่ตำแหน่งฐานที่ 7 ซึ่งเป็นตำแหน่งที่พยามารบังคับไม่ได้ เป็นตำแหน่งที่จะเข้าไปถึงผู้นรู้ภายใน ดังนั้น ให้เอาใจมาวางไว้ที่ศูนย์กลางกายฐานที่ 7 ตลอดเวลา Mara
เนื้อหาพูดถึงความกลัวของมาราต่อการที่เราจะเข้าถึง 'ผู้มีความรู้' ภายในผ่านการตั้งอยู่ที่ฐานที่เจ็ด ซึ่งเป็นจุดที่มาราไม่สามารถควบคุมได้ และแนะแนวว่าควรจะมุ่งความคิดไปที่จุดนั้นตลอดเวลาเพื่อเข้าถึงความ
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey within you!" Jon, obviously not afraid of the hard questions, asks, "Could you tell me what you think is the difference between Buddha and Jesus?" Luang Por says, "Buddha teaches th
In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
Meetings with a Dhamma Master the greatest possible goodness to humanity, the destruction of Mara, which is the behind-the-scenes influential power of evil in existence. For Christians, I suppose, th
In this enlightening dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that
ความสบายจากภายใน
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ความสบายจากภายใน
ความสบายจากภายใน...พฤฒากลัวมาก ถึงทำทุกวิถีทางไม่ให้เราสบาย มีความแก่ ความเจ็บปวด ความตาย ประสบการณ์ที่ไม่ดีนั่นทำ พลังพรากจากสิ่งที่รัก และอื่น ๆ อีกมากมาย เพื่อทำให้ไม่สบาย จนกระทั่งตนไม่ดีต่ออากาศท
ความสบายจากภายในคือประสบการณ์ที่ทำให้เรามองเห็นว่าความกลัวที่เกิดจากพฤฒานั้น พยายามทำให้เรารู้สึกไม่สบาย โดยใช้ความแก่ ความเจ็บปวด ความตาย และการแยกจากคนที่เรารัก ซึ่งมักทำให้เราไม่มีความสุขได้ สิ่งที
Teaching Humility and Modesty through Buddha's Wisdom
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Teaching Humility and Modesty through Buddha's Wisdom
teaching ourselves humility and modesty. There may be times when an apology is required. Some difficulties are caused by our own carelessness, perhaps by damaging others' possessions, which can be sol
เนื้อหานี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของความอ่อนน้อมถ่อมตนและความอดทนเมื่อเผชิญปัญหา โดยอ้างอิงถึงการสอนของพระพุทธเจ้า ตัวอย่างการจัดการกับปัญหาจากพุทธศาสนา เช่น การเผชิญหน้ากับมารและความโกรธของยักษ์ โดยเน้นให
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey We start to talk about general stuff like the weather and his health and how Jon and I are enjoying the Wat experience. I decide to start the questions, believe it or not, and so I ha
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey shares her dialogue with a Theravada monk, discussing important Buddhist concepts such as boon, kilesa, and Mara. The monk provides insight into the 'Treasure Store Di
The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
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The Illusion of Beauty and Sensuality
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
The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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