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Meditation Techniques for Attaining Dhammakaya
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Meditation Techniques for Attaining Dhammakaya
MEDITATION TECHNIQUE 30.Only a Question of Technique All of us have more than enough merit to attain Dhammakaya and the Wisdom of Dhammakaya here and now, without having to wait for the next…
In this text, it is emphasized that every individual possesses enough merit to attain Dhammakaya and its wisdom in the present life. By practicing diligently and maintaining u…
Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
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Elements of Buddhist Lifestyle
…E 64.Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya The inauguration of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya¹4 is going to be a great merit because it will allow us to get the upper hand in the struggle against Mara. It will allow us to at…
…tion of the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya is a significant event in the Buddhist lifestyle, representing a merit that aids practitioners in overcoming Mara. It symbolizes the pursuit of the Universal Monarch's tr…
The Gift of Dhamma: A Collective Effort Towards Inner Peace
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The Gift of Dhamma: A Collective Effort Towards Inner Peace
…tal received from benefactors. The publisher thus wishes to take this opportunity to rejoice in the merit of all the contributors listed below, with the wish that the merit accruing when this publication i…
…iming to spread the Dhamma for the attainment of Inner Peace. The collaborative effort reflects the merit of all contributors, encouraging readers and supporters of this publication towards spiritual growt…
Reflections on the Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster
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Reflections on the Tsunami Tidal Wave Disaster
…ll good deeds to the full - through generosity, keeping the precepts and practicing meditation. The merit thus accrued will be our refuge for our journey ahead in the cycle of existence. Once we understand…
…he cycle of existence. Together with various organizations, the goal is to cultivate true peace and merit for the departed, enhancing the collective effort for a better future for all. Visit dmc.tv for mor…
Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
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Kalyanamitta: The Path to True Friendship and Family Bliss
…not only be the place for worship but also a family-uniting place where the whole family can accrue merit. Other activities include offering alms to monks every morning, making merit at nearby temples, and…
…ir commitment. The initiative encourages not only daily meditation in prayer rooms but also acts of merit such as offering alms and learning Dhamma. With over 100,000 families involved, the project emphasi…
The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
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The Cost of Vices and the Path to Redemption
… the amount spent on liquor." "Son, you contribute about 2,000 to 2,500 baht every year to making merit, but at the same time you spend 100,000 baht towards smoking, drinking, and going to clubs. Yet, yo…
…g financial health due to toxic habits and encourages readers to recognize the importance of making merit in life. Ultimately, it underlines that self-help is essential for personal growth and well-being. …
Understanding the Consequences of Soliciting Prostitution
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Understanding the Consequences of Soliciting Prostitution
…amage for himself. It would be more beneficial to give the money to his mother so she can make more merit. Therefore, monks remind us: The Warm Hearted Family 214 Why is Soliciting Prostitute a Sin "*"I…
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
…d from Buddhism. They have influenced me to improve myself, to elevate my morals, and to accumulate merit. I am hoping that in my future life, when my merits are perfected, with all my defilements crushed …
…orn. The knowledge of these principles has influenced the author's desire to improve and accumulate merit for future lives. The author aims to guide their family to avoid misdeeds and ensure the spiritual …
Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
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Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit
Chapter 35 Ordaining for One’s Parents Brings Merit In this day and age of ever-present temptations and perpetual pressure to make a living, it is esp…
…ting students to participate in this meaningful act, which can enhance familial bonds and spiritual merit, focusing on the emotional aspect of parents longing to see their son in saffron robes. While such …
The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
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The Importance of Ordination Amidst Life's Uncertainties
…, the workload consumed me, and thoughts of ordination were pushed aside. It must have been my past merit coming to help me, for one day, the senior monk who knew about my earlier intention came to guide m…
…of a lucrative job, a senior monk's insight ignited a realization about the importance of spiritual merit, ultimately leading to the author's decision to ordain during the rain retreat. This reflects a dee…
Creating the Best in Oneself
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Creating the Best in Oneself
…ate the very best in oneself by eliminating greed, anger, and ignorance through the accumulation of merit. The elements of this way are: 1) Eliminating greed by regular acts of generosity. A good example…
… for monks, instill values of gratitude and compassion in both adults and children. By accumulating merit, individuals can enrich their lives and positively impact future generations, emphasizing the Buddh…
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…y day, our ancestors were always reminded of the Lord Buddha’s teaching about never failing to make merit. Because everyone will die someday, the only things that we can bring with us to our next existence…
…practice of Dhamma has been essential for past generations, teaching the importance of accumulating merit over sin. By fostering moral values in families, ancestors contributed to the development of respec…
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
…ty for at least three to seven days, one can train oneself to be heedful and to immerse the mind in merit. In addition to an escape from chaos, such a practice can provide a peaceful environment both physi…
…nation. The practice not only brings personal peace but also fosters a community of development and merit. Austerity becomes a foundation for a virtuous life, addressing life's challenges with clarity and …
Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
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Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
…he children may thoughtlessly believe these articles. This could cause them (and us) to miss out on merit opportunities. When they over-generalize that all monks have fallen off the path of morality, they …
Neglecting to teach children how to analyze negative news about monks leads to misconceptions and misunderstandings about Buddhism and the law of Kamma. When children generalize that all monks are mor
Understanding the Three Characteristics and the Law of Kamma
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Understanding the Three Characteristics and the Law of Kamma
…derstanding reaches this level, even when their parents or grandparents wholeheartedly wish to make merit, we can be sure that their children will be unwilling to support them. The worst-case scenario is w…
เนื้อหานี้ให้ความรู้เกี่ยวกับลักษณะสามประการในพุทธศาสนา ได้แก่ อนิจจัง ทุกขัง อนัตตา ซึ่งเป็นความจริงพื้นฐานเกี่ยวกับการดำรงอยู่ของสิ่งมีชีวิตในโลกนี้ พระพุทธเจ้าทรงค้นพบว่าการเข้าใจในกฎแห่งกรรมและลัก
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
…ing a Buddha image so that we do not obstruct our grandparents when they wish to perform such great merit. I would like to take this opportunity to share with you the benefits that result from such an act …
…Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, individuals destined for enlightenment who dedicate their…
Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
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Khun Yai's Vision for a Meditation Center
…ought the idea was an impossible dream. But Khun Yai, with her faith and confidence in the power of merit5, told the team that the power of their collective virtue and merit would lead them to "celestial w…
…ditation center despite limited resources of only 3,200 Baht. With unwavering faith in the power of merit, Khun Yai inspires her team to believe in the potential for collective virtue to attract support. H…
Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
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Guided Meditation for Personal Growth
…se your eyes to meditate, even if you see only darkness and feel tense and restless, you still gain merit. Your merit will accumulate each time you sit down to meditate. One day your merit will become full…
การทำสมาธิที่ถูกต้องตั้งแต่ต้นจนจบจะทำให้การเดินทางของคุณราบรื่นและง่ายดาย คุณต้องทำสิ่งนี้อย่างต่อเนื่องและหมั่นฝึกฝนเพื่อความสำเร็จ แม้ว่าจะมีความท้าทาย ให้เข้าใจว่าคุณยังเป็นคนธรรมดาและต้องเอาใจใส่
Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
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Guided Meditation: Calling Upon Your Merit
GUIDED MEDITATION 135 CALLING UPON YOUR MERIT Keep your mind still. Reflect on all the merits that you have accumulated throughout your countles…
This guided meditation encourages individuals to reflect on the merits accumulated throughout past and present lifetimes. By maintaining a still mind, one can connect to…
The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
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The Importance of Chanting in Buddhism
your mind will clear and be open to receive merit. Your thoughts, speech, and action will not be led astray by temptation. Performing Vatta serves c…
…is practice remains vital for individuals, fostering a strong desire to perform good deeds and make merit.