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Understanding Craving and its Effects
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Understanding Craving and its Effects
…e behaviour. The karmic fruits of such unwholesome behaviour will bring us retribution in both this life and the next. Commentorial Metaphors for Craving 1. Craving compared to resin The Lord Buddha comp…
…that indulging in cravings leads to unwholesome acts, resulting in negative karmic outcomes in this life and the next. The Buddha's metaphors illustrate how craving can trap us like chains, leading to con…
The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering
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The Noble Truth of the Cessation of Suffering
…uffering (from the suffering of birth onwards) he must not forget that the suffering experienced in life is but the branches and twigs of a tree which has already grown (End of excerpt)
…of suffering rather than merely the symptoms, leading to a profound understanding of liberation and life beyond attachments.
The Noble Eightfold Path and Buddhist Sainthood
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The Noble Eightfold Path and Buddhist Sainthood
fold Path diligently to the extent they are prepared to lay down their life for their practice, have the chance to uproot craving from the mind by transcendental extinction — …
This text discusses the profound dedication of practitioners of the Noble Eightfold Path, illustrating how some are willing to sacrifice their lives for their spiritual journey. It highlights notable
The Dhammakaya Tradition and Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
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The Dhammakaya Tradition and Luang Phaw Wat Paknam
…re ordaining was known as Sodh Mikawnoi. He became disgusted with the superficiality of his working life and at the tender age of twenty-two com- mitted himself to lifelong ordination as a Buddhist monk. …
…and beyond. His story is one of dedication and transformation, transitioning from a mundane working life to becoming a monk at age twenty-two. His commitment to Buddhist studies and meditation culminated …
Understanding the Middle Way in Dhamma Practice
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Understanding the Middle Way in Dhamma Practice
…s called the ‘Sphere of Dhamma’ — it is what gives us human form, it is the place through which our life comes and goes and when we sleep it is the place through which our consciousness comes (wakes) and …
…l to return to this center for true understanding and enlightenment, facilitating our connection to life’s continuity, consciousness, and stillness.
The Noble Eightfold Path on the Mundane Level
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The Noble Eightfold Path on the Mundane Level
…, contributing to a harmonious society on the collective level. Indeed, without the Eightfold Path, life would be chaotic. The practise of the Noble Eightfold Path for laypeople may be different from that…
…ys from different backgrounds, emphasizes the importance of wisdom derived from Right View in daily life. Following the Eightfold Path can prevent chaos and lead to better living standards. For further kn…
The Nature of Wives in Buddhist Teachings
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The Nature of Wives in Buddhist Teachings
…jāta bowed at the feet of the Buddha and asked to take refuge in the Triple Gem for the rest of her life. From that time onwards, having become a Buddhist laywoman, she gave up all her False Speech and es…
…is in Sāvathī. The teachings emphasize the importance of right conduct and its consequences in this life and beyond, with the ultimate goal of transcending negative karmic cycles and attaining liberation.
The Foundations of Right Effort in Spiritual Practice
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The Foundations of Right Effort in Spiritual Practice
he realized the risk of continuing to live near the haunts of men so he fled secretly from the flock at night to the Himavanta forest, finding safe cave as a home on a golden hill in Dandika. Every mo
…the context of spirituality, illustrated through the practice of a hermit who maintained his serene life in Himavanta forest for 700 years, while also referencing the story of a bodhisattva who renounced …
The Life of Koṇḍañña and His Journey to Enlightenment
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The Life of Koṇḍañña and His Journey to Enlightenment
If you look back at the life history of Koṇḍañña, you will remember him as being the youngest amongst the eight brahmin soothsay…
The narrative recounts the life of Koṇḍañña, a notable figure among brahmin soothsayers who predicted Prince Siddhattha's future en…
Awakening Through Practice: The Path to Sainthood
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Awakening Through Practice: The Path to Sainthood
…ctions which he had built up for himself from the past, together with the good deeds of his present lifetime added up to a level of Perfections superior to those of his contemporary monks. Consequently, h…
…an achieve extraordinary liberation and pursue Perfections that lead to Nirvana or a favorable afterlife. Readers are encouraged to engage in earnest meditation as a means of purifying the mind, fostering…
Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
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Bahiya and Konḍañña: Paths to Enlightenment
…ook into the history of Konḍañña, you find that he has an extraordinary history. Even in this final lifetime of his, when he was a young man, he had completed his studies of all eighteen academic schools.…
…rdinary background, from his studies in various academic schools to his role in Prince Siddhattha's life, foreseeing his destiny as a spiritual leader. Konḍañña's deep understanding and preparation for th…
The Dangers of Sensual Pleasures and Self-Mortification
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The Dangers of Sensual Pleasures and Self-Mortification
…mmo: (this word literally means "householder") It is the reason why people settle for the household life; 1.1.3 Pothujaniko: It makes the mind collect defilements and become engrained with them; 1.1.4 Ant…
…gs, indulgence in sensual pleasures is deemed harmful as it clouds the mind, encourages a household life, collects defilements, and is ultimately unprofitable. Similarly, self-mortification creates unnece…
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts
…and Knowing, Sphere of 106-7, 120 Liberation, Sphere of 106-7, 120 lies, telling (see lying speech) life, curtailed, suffering of 62 lion and hunter - {metaphor for need to remove suffering at its root 94…
This text delves into central Buddhist themes such as the nature of suffering, the importance of right intention, and the concept of liberation. Key metaphors like the jewel of knowledge and the lion
The Art of Mindfulness
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The Art of Mindfulness
THE LIFE & TIMES OF LUANG PAHW WAT PAKNAM DHAMMAKAYA FOUNDATION PATUM THANI, THAILAND 3
… routines. The book emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and awareness in growing a mindful lifestyle. Discover the transformative potential of mindfulness to enhance overall well-being, leading t…
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…ar 2000 9789748235875 Palitext CDROM Database of the Entire Pali Canon Biography 9789748940946 The Life & Times of Luang Phaw Wat Paknam 9789749247668 Second to None: Khun Yay Chandra Khon-nok-yoong Chi…
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When the Sun Sets
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When the Sun Sets
…rovement. The majority of monks in Siam were town monks even though, during Luang Phaw Wat Paknam's life, support for the monks in town had become sporadic. Usually, the monks in the provinces and the for…
…exts, we observe how the transition from day to night can mirror characters' emotional journeys and life changes. The interplay of light and darkness serves as a powerful metaphor. Despite challenges face…
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…having attained the rarity of a human birth, he resolved with exceptional fortitude to dedicate his life to meditation and the renaissance of Buddhism in Thailand. In the verses, Tamo tamaparāyano, Tamo j…
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…n to Sodh’s way of thinking. On the contrary, if anyone fell on hard times, he would describe their lifestyle as a ‘chicken’s life,’ and try to advise them of a better way to lead their life. Sodh’s earne…
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Title of the Book
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Title of the Book
3 Scriptural Studies "Education can change a student's life for the better — knowledge is a king's heritage — accessible to the common man, it benefit us for l…
This book delves into various themes present in literature, providing insights and interpretations that can deepen reader comprehension. The text emphasizes the importance of contextual understanding
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…ples the art of thrift - to avoid extravagance. He taught that wealth is vital to the householder's life. Everyone has to work hard for a living in order to support their families, however anyone who fail…
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