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Ten Daily Homeworks for Enhanced Meditation
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Ten Daily Homeworks for Enhanced Meditation
…ed with the mental object at the center of the body. 4. Take one minute of every hour to still your mind and think of the mental object at the center of the body. 5. Keep your awareness at the center of t…
…intain a sense of unity with your mental object throughout the day. Take brief moments to calm your mind every hour and keep your awareness focused on the center while engaging in daily activities. Adopt …
Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhamma and Enlightenment
Attaining Dhamma: meditative attainment; a state of absorption in meditation where the mind achieves super insight and knowledge; knowing and seeing according to the truths. Attainment of Dh…
This content delves into the concept of Dhamma as a state of meditative absorption. It explains the attainment of Dhammakaya, where deep insight allows one to see the reality of life. Key terms such a
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
…rstanding issues that I normally might not have if he were not answering them all, while reading my mind! What more could I want? I wish that I could do justice to a description of him for you so that yo…
In the summer of 2008, I met Luang Por Dattajeevo at Wat Phra Dhammakaya while visiting my son. Initially intimidating, my interactions with this wise monk transformed my understanding of Dhamma. As t
The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
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The Concept of the Unknown Factor in Human Belief
… they look for it in two ways: either outside of the body (searching the world for it), or with the mind, but they meditate with the mind outside of the body by meditating on a medium flame, or the sun, o…
Luang Por categorizes humans into two groups based on belief in the Unknown Factor, discussing atheists inclusively in those who believe. He elaborates on those who perceive this factor as necessary f
Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
…al problem of living is not an economic one. As I have said in the past, we all consist of body and mind. Our body is composed of four basic elements: water, earth, wind, and fire. These four elements are…
…existence, emphasizing that life is not merely about economics but about understanding the body and mind's relationship. He highlights that our bodies are in a constant state of decay and require meticulo…
The Path to a Balanced Mind
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The Path to a Balanced Mind
Suzanne Jeffery can lead us to a perfectly balanced mind. In any culture or society, if they don’t support the eightfold path, it is a throw-away. All cultu…
This text emphasizes the importance of respect, patience, and discipline in achieving a balanced mind and wisdom. It suggests that all cultures must embrace these values to ensure peace and wisdom. The…
The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
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The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
…me from Europe looking for religious freedom. Everyone was responsible for the country's freedom of mind. They did, in fact, create freedom of mind and body. But the responsibility of the country now is n…
This text discusses the moral obligations individuals face within their communities. It emphasizes the vital role of teachers as lifelong guides in moral development, contrasting with other temporary
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
…’ or habits or ethics of the graduate from college or university because they do not know about the mind. The Buddha gave us a standard and that is the qualification of a person who has a good education i…
…ges. The text critiques the current educational system for lacking focus on moral education and the mind. Citing Buddhist principles, it outlines qualifications of educated individuals, emphasizing person…
Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
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Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
…uring with a Dharma & Artikel** have more money and to be more beautiful. Meditation clarifies our mind because we can see it the way it should be. So meditation makes us smart! Therefore, if we follow t…
บทความนี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการทำสมาธิและการประพฤติปฏิบัติธรรมในชีวิตประจำวัน โดยชี้ให้เห็นว่า การทำสมาธิช่วยให้จิตใจชัดเจนและทำให้มีปัญญามากขึ้น นอกจากนี้ยังเน้นถึงการทำความดีและการบริจาคเพื่อสร้างควา
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
…our spouse starts to snore: This is just an interference to stop us from our meditation. Q: Is the mind spirit? A: You have to train yourself and see this for yourself. If you practice meditation, then …
…es, such as noisy distractions during meditation. Jeffery emphasizes the importance of training the mind through meditation for spiritual growth and wisdom. Wearing white, lighting incense, or offering fl…
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
… understand this, too. We have the material to start the fire, but we need the people to ignite the mind: We know what is right, what is Dhamma, but we need those people who understand this to teach it! W…
In this discourse, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of meditation and concentration in understanding Kamma, which refers to the actions we take and their intentions. We are tasked with trai
Self-Responsibility and Social Development in Buddhism
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Self-Responsibility and Social Development in Buddhism
…nwholesome practices, and (3) meditating. At the end of the day, it is all about developing our own mind because we are the center of our own six directions. And whatever we do, we should lay down our lif…
The text discusses the necessity of self-development before aiding others, emphasizing self-responsibility post-birth. It highlights the crisis of independence and the importance of moral boundaries i
Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
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Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
…ances that lead us to get involved in the first place. We can also learn to recognize Mara by being mindful, persistent in our meditation, and vigilant. Pi - Older Brother or Sister Saatu - Well said. F…
…asikas. It delves into Mara as a symbol of temptation and distraction in meditation, explaining how mindfulness can help practitioners recognize and counter these distractions. The concept of 'sabai' is h…
Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
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Discovering Dhammakaya Meditation
…oreword: Phraratchaphalavison, President of the Dhammakaya Foundation 1. INTRODUCTION Quality of mind: mankind’s most precious resource From cradle to grave: Characteristic problems of fulfillment on…
… text introduces the principles of Dhammakaya Meditation, highlighting the importance of quality of mind as a vital resource in life. It discusses the characteristic problems individuals face on their jou…
Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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Activities of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…ife, no person is in any less need than the next for the means by which to raise the quality of his mind, The Dhammakaya Foundation organizes activities throughout the year in order to instill the virtue …
The Dhammakaya Foundation engages individuals from all walks of life to enhance their mental quality through a variety of year-round activities. These include meditation training, educational initiati
Ethics & Meditation Training Courses
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Ethics & Meditation Training Courses
…editation for the benefit of their employees. The courses have emphasized the cultivation of sound mind, responsibility and altruism. The Thai Forestry Commission, for example, held 22 training courses, …
… and meditation for both public and private sector organizations. These courses aim to foster sound mind, responsibility, and altruism among participants. For instance, the Thai Forestry Commission has co…
Case History of the Success of Moral Training
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Case History of the Success of Moral Training
…LITY X QUALITY OF WORKING PERFORMANCE X RESPONSIBILITY X DETERMINATION TO PURIFY THE MIND X INTELLIGENCE IN PROBLEM X SHEDDING UNPLEASANT ATTITUDES ABILITY TO DEFUSE CONFLICT …
…rking performance. Key attributes highlighted include responsibility, determination to purify one's mind, intelligence in problem-solving, and the ability to handle conflict without escalating tensions. T…
Growth of Dhammakaya Foundation's Global Influence
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Growth of Dhammakaya Foundation's Global Influence
…Foundation headquarters in Thailand and offers a range of activities for training in the quality of mind for people of all ages in the locality. In 1999, there were forty local centres in Thailand and thi…
The Dhammakaya Foundation's dedication to meditation training has led to a significant reputation, expanding through word of mouth and enhancing lives. Local branches in Thailand and abroad facilitate
Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
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Earth Day Activities by Dhammakaya Foundation
…oration. The General Conference adopted the resolution under the theme Purify the World, Purify the Mind.
…ness. Emphasizing moral and ethical education, the foundation aims to purify both the world and the mind. The 22 April is observed globally as 'Virtues to Protect the World' Earth Day Commemoration, promo…
Letting Go of Material Worries
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Letting Go of Material Worries
…hings in life such as meditation. If you spend your time meditating diligently, you will be pure of mind, able to find true happiness, and accepting of life’s suffering.”
…ting go of superficial worries, individuals can find peace and accept life's challenges with a pure mind. Embracing meditation can help transcend the burdens of material concerns, leading to deeper emotio…