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Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
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Reflections on Meditation and Teachings of Luang Por
…rn. And, so, we say "Good Bye" and thank him for all of his kindness. He says: "Please continue to meditate and I think you will be very good teachers of meditation for Western people…you will achieve great …
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
Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
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Building Good Habits Through Daily Routines
…tractions to another room, you would soon see that the bedroom is really the place where you relax, meditate, and review or start the day. “The second room that helps us build good habits is the bathroom. Th…
The text discusses the importance of establishing good habits through daily routines in different spaces of the home. It emphasizes the significance of starting the day well, such as making your bed,
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
… change this? By keeping our mind pure at all times! But in order to keep our mind pure, we have to meditate, and in order to receive the most benefit from meditation, we have to know with what we are dealing…
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
The Creation of the Universe and the Battle Between Good and Evil
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The Creation of the Universe and the Battle Between Good and Evil
…t in sickness and death. But we can fight this by tapping into our own power plant. We just have to meditate to find out for ourselves." We have been asking him questions for over two hours and it is late, a…
This text discusses the creation of the universe as a blend of Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality. It highlights the emergence of 'evil' which led to the creation of beings and the subsequent batt
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
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Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
…d one cycle, but as we continue to go around and around, and the more we understand it, use it, and meditate on it, the more it will mean to us in our lives. We can then apply what we have learned and become …
The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a focused mind through diligent pra
The Journey of Self-Improvement
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The Journey of Self-Improvement
Suzanne Jeffrey with a common goal of ethical behavior. They are happy! And they meditate to become better people. They are all trying to be good people. 'Bad' people, of course, will try t…
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
Meditation Techniques for Continuous Mindfulness
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Meditation Techniques for Continuous Mindfulness
…er to prevent excessive craving for immediate results becoming a hindrance to your progress. If you meditate until having attained a steadfast, diamond-bright ‘sphere of Dhamma’ at the center of your body, yo…
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
…rfectly. The only way to change this imperfect ‘sphere’ of dynamic relationships that we have is to meditate and change ourselves in order to learn to be more perfect so that our interactions with others will…
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
The Path to Right View and World Peace
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The Path to Right View and World Peace
…ts are both inside and outside. The mind is our knowing element that contains defilements unless we meditate and try to clean this element. But the Dhamma, well, the Dhamma is for you to reach out and teach i…
This text emphasizes the significance of the right view in attaining world peace, stating that Dhamma must be understood and implemented in one’s life. The essence of meditation tied to the eightfold
Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
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Dhamma Talk with Luang Por at the Peace Revolution Conference
…hism by definition, but Dhamma is ‘pure nature’. It is the purest part of our human nature. When we meditate, we see the sphere of Dhamma. It will become visible with further training, but don’t believe me, p…
In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he e
The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
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The Crisis of Birth: Understanding Independence and Responsibility
… and food. We must help ourselves as much as possible: We must learn to help ourselves! And we must meditate in order to see cause and effect. "Of course, we must also be careful of the way we use these four…
The text discusses the inherent challenges and crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitu
Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
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Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
…r another person? Gamblers will sit for hours gambling, but they can’t even sit for five minutes to meditate. We are ingrained to do bad things because we are so weak! It seems like the good people are always…
In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, we can attain clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that whi
Meetings with a Dharma Master
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Meetings with a Dharma Master
…eople for any wrong action that we think they might be doing. We will understand this concept if we meditate, because we will see and understand cause and effect. “But don’t blame others – Blame Yourself! Do…
The text emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effect, promoting persona
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
…ction of meditation and the chart that he uses to describe exactly what happens to our body when we meditate.
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa
The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
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The Journey of Siddhartha: From Suffering to Enlightenment
The arrangement miscarried, however, for on the first three visits that Siddhatha made to the village he saw things that had a deeply traumatic effect on his over-protected consciousness. He was initi
…the brink of death, yet realizes these methods do not lead to liberation. Ultimately, he chooses to meditate under the Bodhi Tree, determined to find truth or die trying. Through intense concentration, he ach…
Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
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Seeking Guidance from a Dharma Adviser
…th That Power Obtainable By Ones Self Body Search In Mountain Top, Cave, Beach, Valley, etc. Mind Meditate With Mind Outside Of Body; I.e. Candle, Fire, Water, Sun, Moon, Space, etc. (Handwritten signature…
The text delves into the concept of seeking a Dharma adviser to help navigate the unknown factors of suffering, fear, and ignorance. It discusses that if there is suffering, there must be a solution,
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
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The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
…o be successful. We can see the Dhamma by practicing the eight fold noble path. Because the Buddha meditated and saw his own mind, He then saw everyone else’s mind. He could see the defilements in his mind a…
This text discusses the importance of self-development through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights
Understanding Boon and Dhamma
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Understanding Boon and Dhamma
… reap what you sow. If you give knowledge easily, you will make a living easily. But we all need to meditate! Q: What is the result of meditation? A: The actual results of meditation are individual, but it d…
Boon is generated by good actions, keeping precepts, meditating, and listening to Dhamma. It creates positive energy that purifies the mind. Conversely, baap, or bad energy, arises from negative thoug
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
…irst is Pure Nature, or Nibbana. This exists within the human body, but it cannot be seen unless we meditate and eradicate our defilements. Then we can see Nibbana, or Dhamma. And in order to do this, we must…
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
…his thinking was the origin of Deism. There are others who think they can obtain IT themselves, and meditate outside of the body, or search the world around for IT. This thinking is, then, for people who beli…
The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno