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คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติในพุทธศาสนา
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คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติในพุทธศาสนา
พระสัมมาสัมพุทธเจ้าตรัส คำพูดแห่งความวิรัติ ชีวิตคนเรามิใช่เพียงชั่วคราว ชีวิตคือความมีอยู่ของ คำพูดคือ "ฤๅ" ที่พบในพุทธศาสนภีร์ คำว่า คือ พลังงานวิญญาณที่สามารถสร้างชีวีและส่งผลใกล้ เป็นลักษณะของเพื่
พระสัมมาสัมพุทธเจ้าตรัสถึงความวิรัติในชีวิต รวมถึงการทำบุญซึ่งเป็นพลังงานที่ส่งผลดีต่อชีวิตปัจจุบันและอนาคต บุญสามารถส่งไปช่วยเหลือผู้ที่ล่วงลับไปแล้ว การทำความเข้าใจธรรมชาติเหล่านี้ส่งผลให้ผู้คนมีควา
More Merit... Less Obstacles
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More Merit... Less Obstacles
12 72 SOLUTIONS FROM WISDOM XXX More Merit... Less Obstacles The more merit we have the fewer obstacles we will encounter in life, and vice versa. This is a truth that we should take into account. For
This text highlights the relationship between merit and obstacles in life, emphasizing that greater merit leads to fewer challenges. It encourages the practice of good deeds as a means to accumulate m
Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
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Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
Merliangs with a Dhamma Master Meeting #14 06 March 2010 — Ashram Bandita I have just been called into a meeting that includes a few people I know, and a few whom I don’t know. It was an “emergency”
In this meeting, Luang Por provides insights into the consequences of drinking and its impact on decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of discernment and caring for others. He shares his exper
Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
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Effective Ways to Make Resolutions
118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin
Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona
Yuwakalayanamitra Activities
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Yuwakalayanamitra Activities
When we miss We meet for merit - making Meeting at the Post N7 On Sundays, Yuwakalayanamitra meet at the Post N7 of International Dhammakaya Hall to make merits together. Retreat Yuwakalayanamitra c
Yuwakalayanamitra gathers every Sunday at Post N7 in International Dhammakaya Hall for merit-making. Monthly camps involve meditation retreats at scenic locations. Alms-giving occurs each month at the
The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
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The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
"How much do you spend in a year going out to clubs?" "I guess about two or three times the amount spent on liquor." "Son, you contribute about 2,000 to 2,500 baht every year to making merit, but
This narrative reveals the transformation of an individual after receiving a wake-up call about the excessive spending on vices like drinking and smoking. Guided by Khun Yav and a realization of prior
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
158 GLOSSARY Mundane merit: merit gained through performance of good deeds, such as sweeping the temple, helping the poor, making charitable contributions. Nibbana (Skt. Nirvana): the state of ultim
This glossary provides definitions and insights into crucial Buddhist terms such as Mundane Merit, which refers to merit from good deeds, and Nibbana, the ultimate state of happiness and enlightenment
Types of Generosity: Understanding Charitable Giving
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Types of Generosity: Understanding Charitable Giving
… • Giving to gain favor – Giving because we expect something in return. It is not a genuine form of merit making. For example, a politician looking to gain more popularity and votes from his constituents makes ch…
This text discusses various motives for charitable giving as outlined in the Danavatthusutta. It identifies three main types of generosity: giving to gain favor, which is insincere and often seeks som
Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
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Making Resolutions for Virtuous Living
128. MAKE RESOLUTIONS EVEN WHEN MAKING SMALL MERITS Even when you make small merits, make resolutions to never run into fools¹ (immoral people), but to surround yourself with only the virtuous. 129.
การทำบุญถือเป็นโอกาสที่ดีในการตั้งปณิธาน เพื่อให้เราได้อยู่ห่างจากคนที่ไม่ดีและมีชีวิตที่บริสุทธิ์ในทุกช่วงชีวิต การตั้งปณิธานนี้รวมถึงการสร้างความเข้าใจในธรรมะ การมีสุขภาพที่ดี และสามารถทำบุญได้อย่าง
The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
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The Miraculous Establishment of Dhammakaya Temple
pinnacle of success as we know today. Chayaboon and Padej were the driving force behind many of Khun Yai's success. After the ordination of Luang Por Dhammajayo, Khun Yai felt the time was right for
The establishment of the Dhammakaya Temple is a testament to Khun Yai's vision and determination. With only 3,200 Baht, she believed in the power of merit and, on Lady Prayad's birthday, managed to ac
Contributing a Buddha Image - The Body of Enlightenment
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Contributing a Buddha Image - The Body of Enlightenment
Chapter 45 Contributing a Buddha Image - The Body of Enlightenment Donating a Buddha image for oneself or one’s family was a favorite tradition of our ancestors. Wealthier people traveled around the
This chapter discusses the tradition of donating Buddha images, a practice favored by ancestors for gaining spiritual merit. It highlights how wealthier individuals traveled to temples to contribute i
The Sacred Formula for Success in Meditation
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The Sacred Formula for Success in Meditation
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in
This text highlights the importance of meditation for achieving a peaceful mind and clarity. It discusses the connection between meditation practice and the avoidance of defilements, urging people to
Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
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Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in thi
The text discusses the significance of meditation in achieving a peaceful mind, which allows individuals to see their true nature. It emphasizes the role of monks in teaching meditation and Dhamma to
The Sin of Soliciting Prostitutes
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The Sin of Soliciting Prostitutes
"Mukha" means face, form or gateway. So Apāyamukha means a gateway to deterioration, disaster and damage. Any man, single or married, who solicits a prostitute, no matter under what circumstances, has
This text discusses the concept of 'Apāyamukha' as a gateway to moral decline and societal problems related to soliciting prostitutes. It highlights the consequences such as the risk of AIDS, disgrace
The Roads That Lead to Ruin
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The Roads That Lead to Ruin
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
Luang Phaw, facing personal conflicts and financial irresponsibility, learns from Khun Yay that merit-making alone isn't enough without being mindful of spending habits. Through a meaningful discussio
Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
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Caring for Patients: The Importance of a Clear Mind in Final Moments
(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretapume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must face
The essence of end-of-life care is ensuring a patient maintains a clear mind for optimal spiritual outcomes, which can significantly influence their final destination in the afterlife. Caregivers play
Join the Ordination for Kids
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Join the Ordination for Kids
Come join the ordination in harmony, To gain merit and productivity; Come ordain, acquire the state of novice To expand the sphere of our merit. During school break, it’s time of glee, Parents and kid
Come join the ordination in harmony during school break, allowing children to gain merit and develop skills through meditation, training, and community service. This experience fosters appreciation fo
The Significance of the Tusita Realm
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The Significance of the Tusita Realm
The Reasons the Tusita Realm is the Center of Knowers As mentioned earlier, the Tusita Realm is extraordinary compared to other celestial realms. What makes it extraordinary is the fact that it is the
The Tusita Realm stands out among celestial realms as the abode of verified Bodhisattas destined to achieve enlightenment as Buddhas in the future. It also houses celestial beings gathering merit to b
Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
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Ordaining for One's Parents Brings Merit
-informed of right and wrong. In elevating their moral standards, they will gain more merits. And finally, while at the temple, they will see that other people are observing the precepts and practicin
การบวชลูกชายเป็นวิธีที่ช่วยให้พ่อแม่เข้าสู่การบรรลุคุณธรรมและสะสมบุญ เรื่องนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าหากพ่อแม่ไม่เริ่มปฏิบัติตามคำแนะนำ พวกเขาจะไม่สามารถสะสมบุญได้อย่างเต็มที่ การเข้าไปที่วัดและปฏิบัติธรรมจึงมี
Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
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Understanding the Fourth and Fifth Precepts of Buddhism
Yes, he will. And have you ever lied to him? Remember this, if you lie to somebody, they will feel less love for you each time, and vice versa. No one likes dishonesty, so you should not lie to anyo
This text discusses the Fourth Precept, emphasizing that dishonesty diminishes love and trust. It relates this to the Fifth Precept, which forbids intoxicants, showing how ethical behavior leads to me