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Youth and Merit in Leadership
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Youth and Merit in Leadership
นิทานสาร Dhamma TIME ประจำเดือน ตุลาคม คำสอนคุณยายภาษาอังกฤษ : อายุน้อยไม่เป็นไร ขอให้บุญเยอะ Youth Is Not A Factor If You Have Merit บทความภาษาอังกฤษสั้น ๆ จากคำสอนยาย (จากหนังสือ : "คำสอนยาย")
บทความนี้กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของบุญเหนืออายุในการเป็นผู้นำ คุณยายได้ให้คำแนะนำแก่สาวชาวนาที่ต้องรับผิดชอบดูแลคนที่มีอายุมากกว่า โดยเน้นว่าบุญจะเป็นตัวกำหนดความสำเร็จในการเป็นผู้นำแทนที่จะเป็นอายุ ทุกคนสา
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
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Taking the Long-Term View in Life
95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you
The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi
The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
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The Pursuit of Purity and Freedom
112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A
The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen
Celestial Realms and Castles in Buddhist Cosmology
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Celestial Realms and Castles in Buddhist Cosmology
The third circular domain forms a ring around the second domain. It is the dwelling of the unconfirmed Bodhisattvas. That is, their future enlightenment as a Buddha has not yet been confirmed by a pre
The Tusita Realm features distinct circular domains inhabited by beings based on their merit. The third domain houses unconfirmed Bodhisattvas pursuing enlightenment, while the fourth serves as a have
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simple and full of good wishes. Her words corresponded to what her visitors sought or thought of, as if she could read their minds. Khun Yai advised everyone to be meritorious and refrain from demerit
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didn't want to do it any more. She explained, "It's not right for me to do it . . . against the regulations. Normally it must be a person outside the temple who leads the Kathina Ceremony." Until that
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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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
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