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Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
…er the stool, or table. Its purest form is found within. And that is the secret of life. DMT – Dhammakaya Meditation Technique Eight Precepts - (1) No killing – and that means anything, flies, mosquito…
The text discusses the concepts of Dhamma, meditation, and the Eightfold Noble Path as essential elements leading to true understanding and happiness. It emphasizes that true nature and enlightenment
Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
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Understanding Key Buddhist Concepts: Nirodha, Jai Yen Yen, Kamma, and Kilesa
…e. Things like conflict, business, catching a flight on time, seeing a doctor - all of these issues make our state of mind coarse and rough. If our mind is refined, it is jai yen yen; it is cool, soft, "…
This text discusses fundamental Buddhist concepts including Nirodha, which emphasizes the need to end the cycle of craving to alleviate suffering. The term 'Jai Yen Yen' encourages a calm and refined
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
…the sink for the day and someone else has to do the work that we should have done. Likewise, if you make your bed, then you Mother or the maid or the guardian, doesn’t have to do it. Every one of your ac…
This text outlines key Buddhist concepts that promote understanding and practice in meditation. Right Concentration, or Samma Samadhi, is described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents the c
Meetings With A Dhamma Master
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Meetings With A Dhamma Master
"When I first met Luang Por Dattajevo, Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, it was in the summer of 2008. I had gone to visit my son, Luang Pi Joshua, during his first yea…
… Jeffrey shares her enlightening conversations with Luang Por Dattajevo, Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya. Over two years, they explore key aspects of Buddhism, especially meditation and its techniques.…
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
…ng and the wisdom to deal with social problems are the transforming factors by which meditation can make a positive contribution to world peace. V IRTRUE, MEDITATION AND THE QUALITY OF MIND F or a heal…
The key difference between an active and still mind is energy consumption—less energy leads to reduced thoughts and breath. As the mind quiets, inner brightness emerges, enabling objective understandi
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
…ch an oasis that quenches the thirst of those in quest of the higher things of life is Wat Phra Dhammakaya, Pathumthani, Thailand, the headquarters of the Dhammakaya Foundation. 2 Situated only sixteen k…
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst …
Week-long Meditation Retreats
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Week-long Meditation Retreats
Week-long Retreats The training of the mind to achieve inner peace requires continuity of training. A seven-day meditation retreat has been organized as a temporary relief from normal, routine commit
…t. Participants from diverse backgrounds report noticeable improvements in their meditation skills, making these retreats a popular choice for both locals and international visitors. For more information…
Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
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Upasikaratnam Ordination Programme
Upasikaratnam (Female Lay - Follower) Ordination Programme The programme was organized to commemorate the Thai National Mother's Day and to dedicate merit to Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand on the a
…to six hours daily. The retreat, first held from August 7-9, 1998, exemplified dedication and merit-making in honor of the Queen.
Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Publications and Media of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…s for study of the culture, especially media resources has become greater. In recent years, the Dhammakaya Foundation has responded more and more to the demand for academic resources and comment. The Dha…
The Dhammakaya Foundation has recognized the growing demand for academic resources on inner peace culture. Comm…
Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
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Kathina Day Celebration in Buddhism
Kathina Day Kathina Day marks the end of Buddhist lent. It is the only festival in the Buddhist calendar when monks can be offered new triple robes. It is thus the most popular time for supporters to
… November, Kathina Day at Wat Phra Dhammaakaya offers a chance for the community to engage in merit-making and support the monastic community. It instills a sense of unity and spiritual growth among part…
Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
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Building a Future of Social Harmony and Peace
…ding. Wherever in the world people are crying out for an alternative to stress and turmoil, the Dhammakaya Foundation tries its best to serve their needs by providing education in virtue and meditation. …
…e possibility of social harmony and peace, but the journey is long and requires dedication. The Dhammakaya Foundation plays a crucial role in offering education in virtue and meditation. Its mission exte…
Meditative Focus and Inner Clarity
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Meditative Focus and Inner Clarity
…lfillment. Don't be disappointed if you find your mind wandering. It is only natural for beginners. Make effort continuously; keep your mind bright, clear and pure, and in the end, you will achieve your …
…ce, linking it to the mind, leading to experiences of joy and ultimately attaining the state of Dhammakaya, which is the pinnacle of meditative achievement.
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
…mmunity – all are vulnerable to commit sins. There are many occupations where the nature of the job makes avoiding sin and bad kamma almost impossible. For example, farmers who must kill insects and live…
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
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The Circumstances Leading to Ordination
the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho
…refuge in monastic life. The Raja notes that Rathapala, a young, healthy man surrounded by support, makes the decision to ordain despite lacking these vulnerabilities, reflecting a deeper inquiry into mo…
Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
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Pindapata: The Art of Alms Gathering
…nsure that they were not tired from the preparing of food. If monks spent their time worrying about making food every day, it would be more difficult for them to focus their mind on meditation. Lord Budd…
Pindapata, derived from Pali, refers to the practice of monks receiving rice in their alms bowls. Monks are prohibited from cooking, relying instead on the offerings from others. This tradition unders
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
…y as an indirect way of ensuring that the commun- ity learned the Dhamma, but also as a method of making sure monks diligently studied the Dhamma in order to have some- thing to offer the community…
This text discusses the reciprocal relationship between monks and the community through the exchange of alms and teachings. The author emphasizes the importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer v
The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
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The Tradition of Seeking Alms in Buddhism
monks as an expression of their gratitude. This tradition is carried on even to this present day. The seeking of Alms is the way in which all monks acquire all of the things that they require to live
…y, reflecting gratitude and communal support. The ritual serves as a means for spiritual teachings, making it significant in Buddhist culture, as it fosters opportunities for learning and connection. For…
Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
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Importance of Cleanliness at Dhammakaya Temple
At Dhammakaya Temple, we have a policy of cleanliness that applies right from the front gates to every inch of…
ที่วัดธรรมกายมีนโยบายเรื่องความสะอาดที่บังคับใช้ตั้งแต่ประตูทางเข้าจนถึงทุกซอกทุกมุมของวัด ทุกเช้าเมื่อฉันออกจากกุฏิจะพบกระดาษ ขยะ และก้นบุหรี่ แม้ว่าจะมีป้ายบอกให้คนงดสูบบุหรี่ แต่ยังมีคนแอบสูบอยู่ เ
The Importance of Temple Cleanliness for Financial Support
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The Importance of Temple Cleanliness for Financial Support
…f the main chapel, and the path towards the living quarters too, even those originally intending to make merit by donating 100 Baht, may decide to give only 10 Baht, and most likely will not return to th…
การรักษาความสะอาดในวัดไม่เพียงแต่สร้างภาพลักษณ์ที่ดี แต่ยังช่วยดึงดูดผู้บริจาค หากผู้คนพบว่าวัดสะอาดและสวยงาม พวกเขาจะมีแนวโน้มที่จะบริจาคมากขึ้นและกลับมาอีกเรื่อยๆ สุขภาพจิตที่ดีผ่านการทำความสะอาดสาม
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… it, and accept the consequences 3. It prevents monks from being deceitful, and clears the mind for making merit and receiving the knowledge in the Dhamma