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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
SHIRES PRESS 4869 Main Street P.O. Box 2200 Manchester Center, VT 05255 www.northshire.com/printondemand.php Meetings with a Dhamma Master Copyrig…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master by Suzanne Jeffrey offers an exploration of Buddhist teachings and practical guidance for personal development. This book invites readers to engage with profound insights
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
… I have tried to write them all in my own “Western” way because, although Luang Por speaks English, many of these lectures were given in Thai, and I was working through my limited understanding of the la…
Suzanne Jeffrey reflects on her journey of understanding Dhamma teachings through the wisdom of Luang Por Dattajeevo. She shares insights into dealing with life's challenges, the importance of mindful
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
… Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, by a person named Elsebth, who is a Swiss woman running meditation retreats throughout Europe. She has a daughter named Joy, who is in high school …
The text recounts the author's experience meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, during a special occasion commemorating a birthday. With hesitation and excitement, the a
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
… people. If you donate to a good cause, that seed will grow and it will create the fruit that helps many people.” Jon, then, interjects, “So is there a degree of goodness in merit? Is there good giving …
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
… and nights in constant meditation, usually in shifts of six hours: Six hours on and six hours off. Many people consider the 60 year building to be a place where people can train themselves and eventuall…
…ticulates the concept of self-enlightenment and describes the Cetiya, likening its circles to the human mind. Furthermore, he humorously addresses the idea of family choices at birth based on one's merit…
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.…
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
Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
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Reflections on Meeting Luang Por at the Ashram
…ng with Luang Por, Jon has requested another one. Why he did this, I do not know. What do you ask a man who seems to know everything? Thinking this, of course, makes me even more nervous. Having already …
This entry describes a poignant meeting at the Ashram with Luang Por, a monk who embodies happiness and wisdom. The narrator contemplates their own secrets and the profound connection felt with the mo
The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
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The Hermit's Wisdom and the Unknown Factor
… the Unknown Factor, also known as Jah, the ALL, God, Yahweh, THAT which IS, Allah, and, of course, many other names. Now there may be people who think this is super boring but for me, this is super grea…
In this entertaining story, a hermit is initially turned away from a feast due to his old clothes. After receiving new attire, he humorously chooses to feed his clothes instead, illustrating the lesso
Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
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Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
…d then he is gone.6 6 Parts of this chapter are copyrighted, *Finding Buddha,* 2010, Shires Press, Manchester, Vermont.
In this touching reflection, the author recounts a farewell to Luang Por, expressing gratitude for his kindness and wisdom. Luang Por encourages continued meditation practice and shares hopes for the
Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
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Encounter with Luang Por Dattajevo at the Ashram
…ut, when I was there last, I helped them initiate a project called the Peace Revolution by drafting many of the documents: the Mission Statement, the online self-development program, and several purpose …
In February 2009, I revisited the Ashram to attend the Peace Revolution Conference, having previously contributed to its development. My host encouraged me to meet Luang Por Dattajevo, and upon enteri
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
…se and family”, above, “spiritual leader”, and below, if applicable, “employees or those under your management”. “This case depicts the people who are generally in our lives and with whom we have contac…
The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play…
The Teachings of the Six Directions
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The Teachings of the Six Directions
… a good work or study environment. In order to be a good employee, you must get to work in a timely manner, treat the employees or employer with respect, and perform your work with graciousness and pride…
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The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
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The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
…he biggest problems with this room is maintaining it. The people who shop for the food have to know many practical things: how to economize by buying just the right amount of food, when to buy it in seas…
In this insightful segment, Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the connection between external desires and internal happiness, emphasizing the importance of focusing on appropriate clothing rather than just fa
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
…? There are thirteen general characteristics: (1) The mind does not have a physical form like our human body, but is a more subtle and refined form of a bright sphere, (2) It can think only one thought a…
This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey from defilement are manifested within the mind since we are born. It forces the mind to think, speak, and act imperfectly a…
This text discusses the concept of defilements, which manifest in the mind from birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right …
Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
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Understanding the Buddha's Teachings
"You're asking, 'Why is the mind coarse, boorish, or ill-mannered?' The mind is coarse because of attachment, anger, greed. People are really obsessed with stuf…
In his teachings, the Buddha discusses the coarseness of the mind due to attachment, anger, and greed. He identifies three groups of people in response to his teachings: true believers, non-believers,
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
…correct thinking and thoughts; ones that are free from sensual desire, anger or ill-will, delusion, manipulation, and exploitation. The question might arise, then, as to who teaches us correct thinking s…
The text outlines the initial parts of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of Right View, which differentiates good and bad actions based on cause and effect. Right Intention is
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
… know that we have a common view on the common outcome. "What kind of person do we want this young man or woman to be when they are finished their education with us? That is the question. When we find t…
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
The Journey of Self-Improvement
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The Journey of Self-Improvement
… around them. 'Good' people realize that they have to help themselves first. That, of course, takes many lifetimes." And with this statement, Luang Por laughs, and looks at me. I look back. "You," I smi…
This passage reflects on the notion that true self-improvement starts with personal responsibility. It emphasizes that good people focus on helping themselves before attempting to assist others. The d
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
…l together, they are invited to sit in the “inner room” of which there are several depending on how many guests are in the meeting. After they are seated, they quiet their minds by meditating. On this da…
ในวันนี้กลุ่มผู้ทำสมาธิได้รวมตัวกันที่อาศรม เพื่อเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับธรรมชาติของจิตใจจากหลวงพ่อ ซึ่งได้อธิบายความแตกต่างระหว่าง 'สมอง' กับ 'จิตใจ' โดยสมองเป็นอวัยวะที่ใช้กรองข้อมูลไปยังจิตใจ สรุปได้ว่าธร