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The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
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The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
…workers will not listen to one, will not lend ear, will not make their minds attend for the sake of knowledge. Why is that? Because that is the result of inattentive actions. "Householder, regardless of wheth…
In the Velama Sutta, the Buddha emphasizes the importance of the quality of gifts over their material worth. Whether a gift is simple or elaborate, the intention behind it matters greatly. Gifts given
The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
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The Venture of Ahimsaing: Velama Sutta
…servants, & workers will listen to one, will lend ear, will make their minds attend for the sake of knowledge. Why is that? Because that is the result of attentive actions. "Once, householder, there was a bra…
The Velama Sutta narrates the story of a brahman named Velama who performed immense acts of generosity, including giving away 84,000 gold trays, silver trays, and elephants decorated with gold. This i
Exploring the Essence of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Exploring the Essence of Dhammakaya Meditation
…tion Method 46 Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong Founder of Wat Phra Dhammakaya 54 The Dhammakaya Knowledge 58 Wat Phra Dhammakaya 74 Meditation The Mind What is Meditation? Types of M…
This text provides an overview of the Dhammakaya meditation method, highlighting significant figures such as Luang Por and Khun Yai Chand Khonnokyoong. It elaborates on various aspects of meditation,
The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
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The Journey of Chaiyaboon in Meditation
… by the Great Abbot of Wat Paknam, who said: “Reading books alone is not enough to gain the perfect knowledge of Dhamma. One has to put Dhamma into practice until the Truth is revealed to him.” He later found …
Chaiyaboon's quest for true understanding of Dhamma led him to the teachings of Khun Yai Chand at Wat Paknam. Through her guidance, he realized the reality of heaven and hell, the importance of medita
The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
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The Journey to Enlightenment: Sodh Chandasaro's Transformation
…ro knew this was the right path—the path to enlightenment. He continued to further the depth of his knowledge and meditation practice until it reached the supramundane level. His meditation skills and mental p…
In this text, Sodh Chandasaro embarks on a profound meditation session, making a resolute vow to attain enlightenment similar to the Lord Buddha. As he meditates in front of the main Buddha statue, he
The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
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The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
…as right for them to build a Buddhist temple where true monks could be developed and the Dhammakaya Knowledge could be propagated to benefit mankind. To fulfill this vision, a great deal of financial resources…
The establishment of the Dhammakaya Temple is a testament to Khun Yai's vision and determination. With only 3,200 Baht, she believed in the power of merit and, on Lady Prayad's birthday, managed to ac
Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
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Legacy of Khun Yai and the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya
…completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Great Master, learned the great Knowledge from the Master, went on to build a great temple, produced many true monks and virtuous people, and…
On April 22, 2000, Khun Yai, at 91, witnessed the completion of the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya, becoming a central hub for over one million Buddhists globally. After her passing on September 10, 2000, an
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THE DHAMMAKAYA KNOWLEDGE
Center of the Body: Balance and Mindfulness
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Center of the Body: Balance and Mindfulness
… of balance, it will have a clear-seeing quality that enables it to penetrate into a higher form of knowledge, insight, and wisdom. Think of the mind as the lens of a camera or the dial of a radio receiver. Yo…
Every object has its center of gravity, maintaining balance. For humans, the center is located two finger-widths above the navel, called the ‘Seventh Base’ of the mind. Meditators aim to focus their m
The Dhammakaya Tradition
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The Dhammakaya Tradition
…a where the arising of brightness is accompanied by the divine eye, the knowing, the wisdom and the Knowledge. 12 Five Hindrances (panca nivaranani): negative mental states that impede success with meditation…
The Dhammakaya Tradition is a renowned Buddhist meditation technique initiated by Phramongkolthepmuni in the early 20th century, blending samatha and vipassana practices with the aim of overcoming the
The Path to Inner Calm and Awareness
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The Path to Inner Calm and Awareness
… above our navel. It was through the Seventh Base of the mind that the Lord Buddha found his divine knowledge and supreme wisdom.
This text encourages a deep sense of calm by detaching from worldly concerns and realizing the temporary nature of existence. It highlights the importance of the Seventh Base of the Mind, an integral
Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
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Guided Meditation: The Seven Bases of the Mind
GUIDED MEDITATION 111 SEVEN BASES OF THE MIND Now let us refresh the Knowledge that the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam has taught us about the Seven Bases of the mind. - The f…
In this guided meditation, we revisit the teachings of the Great Master Luang Pu Wat Paknam regarding the Seven Bases of the Mind. The first base is located at the rim of the nostril, the second at th
Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration
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Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration
Luang Por Dhammajayo’s Aspiration After Luang Por Dhammajayo took the yellow robe to become a Buddhist monk he resolved that he would preach only the subject of stopping the mind. Over the past forty
…y reading a map. True comprehension of Buddhism comes through practice rather than just theoretical knowledge. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…ster, Luang Pu Wat Paknam. Dhammakaya Tradition (vijja Dhammakaya): also referred to as Dhammakaya Knowledge, is a method of meditation founded by the Great Master Phramongkolthepmuni, former Abbot of Wat Pak…
This glossary outlines significant Buddhist terms. Dhamma refers to truth and the natural law of existence as taught by the Buddha. Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta is recognized as the Buddha's first teac
Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
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Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
…ammakaya, the purest of all transcendental bodies, the person achieves a higher form of insight and knowledge not available through ordinary means. Five Hindrances (panca nivaranan): negative mental states th…
This text discusses the concept of 18 transcendental inner bodies accessed through advanced meditation, reaching the Dhammakaya for profound insights. It also covers the Five Hindrances, which are neg
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
When I first met Luang Por1, it was in the summer of 2008. I had come to visit my son, Luang Pi2 Joshua, during his first year as an ordained monk living at Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Bangkok, Thailand. I
… reflects the privilege of Westerners to connect directly with such spiritual mastery. His aura and knowledge leave a lasting impression, fostering love and respect towards this dedicated monk.
Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
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Understanding Boonya and Mara with J. Dhyaan Master
…l that is got by boon’s grace. A man has excellence in friends; devoting reason right, he wins True knowledge and deliverance: All that is got by boon’s grace. Discriminations, liberations, perfection of disci…
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
The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
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The Journey to Understanding Suffering and Spirituality
…actual existence of an Unknown Factor. Jon has been a theology student at Oxford University, so his knowledge is considerable and his own self-study has been with many readings on Tibetan Buddhism, Judaism, Ze…
In this text, the journey of an individual exploring the teachings of Buddhism and their relationship with Christian beliefs is shared. Through the lens of the Buddha's discovery of suffering and the
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
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The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
…, are our teachers. Next to our parents, these people are second in importance because they give us knowledge so that we can live a good life socially as well as economically: if we study well and learn the ma…
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจบทบาทที่สำคัญของกลุ่มคนต่างๆ ในการกำหนดลักษณะและธรรมชาติของเรา เริ่มต้นจากพ่อแม่ที่สอนและดูแลเรา ต่อมาคือครูที่ให้ความรู้และสอนให้เราเรียนรู้ที่จะสังคม รวมถึงบทบาทของคู่ชีวิตและเพื่อนที
The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
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The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
Šuzanne Jeffrey ride: When you have something new to wear, you feel good about yourselves, but when you don’t, you feel badly about yourselves. And the only thing that seems to satisfy people is alwa
…ghts the kitchen as a central social space that unites families, emphasizing the need for practical knowledge in food shopping and cooking. Moreover, she addresses the rise of social networking and its implica…