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… for those that we love when they are sick. Caring for these people will teach us to care for their minds, as well, while they fight with pain. By showing our children how to take care of those in poor he…

home there would be a big water basin with a scooper or a cup next to it. If a passerby was thirsty, he could quench his thirst. A simple water basin becomes a basin of value, converting plain water i

…m unable to advise too much. If I tell him to come listen to a sermon or to meditate and purify his mind so that he can see for himself his parents' worth, he will refuse even if we paid him. If he is cap…

If their parents are not wealthy enough to satisfy their whims, they disparage them as being lazy. They complain about being embarrassed by their parents' thriftiness. Sometimes, they bully their pare

…, the merit from which would help him at work. The conflict with his boss was in still fresh in his mind and feeling a little hung over, he retorted, "Merit! I can't see it helping anyone. I perform merit…

We have learned about the roads leading to ruin numerous times, but we have never implemented the principles to avoid them into our daily lives. When we suffer, we blame society or someone else. Luang

…ed), I will follow the Lord Buddha into Nibbana. "After my studies, the first thing that came to my mind was how to steer myself, my parents, your mother and all my children away from misdeeds. And furthe…

This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid our

… so many things that the eyes cannot see whose existence is unverified by science. For example, our mind and the physical heart are two different entities. When we feel sad or glad, these feelings are not…

more. From what I have told you, you may have to modify your efforts to fit with different circumstances. And soon you will find that the Law of Kamma is absolute, and the right action, thorough and n

…stance. The more virtuous the recipient, the more merit as a result. And if the recipient is single-mindedly striving toward enlightenment, the benefit to the generous person will be immense and immediate…

3. Conscientious donor. The donor should at least abide by the Five Precepts. And it is important that he should be joyful before, during and after the offering, and not feel regret about it. 4. Virtu

His mind will be unmoved by worldly sufferings. He will also be able to find happiness both in this life and…

behavior and purify our minds everyday so that our lives are filled with value. I hope that this message from a respected senior…

…lock and he would forget the pain completely. We did this every day until the wound healed. "This reminds us that we should learn how to chant and chant habitually. So when we are hit by sickness, we can …

bad deeds, in his last moment of life, he will experience great suffering. "As a daughter, you should stay close to your father. When the chance arises, give your father a Dhamma talk; bring him flowe

…ou reach old age, especially at your last moment of life. They will know how to make their parents' minds bright and clear in order for them to have a favorable destiny according to Buddhism. In the end, …

parents, we are overwhelmingly in debt to them. 2. Parents always forgive us without being resentful. The scolding and punishments they may have given us for doing unacceptable things are out of their

…est to meditate frequently. They meditate in the morning, after lunch, and before bed to keep their mind purified and radiant. These elderly people behaved well and set good examples for their children. I…

The second type of elderly person is called "A Fruitful Person," a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly people have diligently earned their livelihood, and are well prepar

By studying Dhamma every day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha's teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someda…

By studying Dhamma every day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha's teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someda…

…Him, he thought about killing Him as well. Then the Lord Buddha tried to bring his senses back by reminding him of the evil deed in his mind. He gave him a particular sermon on the road side. In the end, …

A respected senior monk gave an explanation regarding this matter. He said, "A blessing's sacredness" is dependent upon "how honest the blessing-giver is towards his virtues." If a blessing-giver is h

…e become old, it is difficult to change our bad habits; so we must improve ourselves by ridding our minds of greed, anger, and ignorance. When the last chapter of life arrives, we will be ready to become …

"For example, if we are certain of our integrity regarding our generosity, we can bless a person in this way: "With the truth of the alms I have offered to the monks all year long, may you have abunda

…ss and possess insight. Most importantly, they disrespect the practice of meditation for a peaceful mind. Even when they lack reverence for only part of the Triple Gem,' they become Internal Fools in Budd…

1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W

… lives, we must make an effort to support and maintain Buddhism. 5) Intentional purification of the mind. This can be done through the practice of generosity, observance of precepts, and meditation practi…

are like any of them and if we have performed our duties as true Buddhists yet or not. A true Buddhist must exhibit the following characteristics: 1) Belief in the Lord Buddha's Enlightenment. It is t

… monks take the offerings for granted and do not respond. This would raise the question in people's minds of why they are there (at the temple). It is easy to find an appropriate topic to teach. Clues can…

For example, if there were statements about constructing a Dhamma Hall or a monk's shelter soon, then this must happen. In short, the temple must produce results as soon as it can. Thus, the first sac

… of finding faults in others; you will never find good monks in this lifetime. You have closed your mind to the point that you cannot see anything good. I think you should learn to see from a different pe…

be summed up o in the following proverb: One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel. If people think this way, they can harm Buddhism unknowingly. This is certainly not the nature of a Buddhist. Buddhis

…atient and diligently continue in your Dhamma study and meditation practice." "You should open your mind limitlessly, and someday you will find a monk who understands you or that you have wished to be you…

should think in this way. As long as the monks do not seriously break the monastic discipline, you should think that you are giving alms to them to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditati