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Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
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Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
Buddhist View on Sex Luang Por 36 : One thing you have to bear in mind is that before leading a life in priesthood, all Buddhist monks were once ordinary laypeople. But they consider the lives of layp
In Buddhism, before taking ordination, monks were once laypeople. They view lay life as filled with burdens that hinder understanding of Dhamma. Engaging in daily life leads to temporary pleasures, ak
Consequences of Kamma in Family Life
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Consequences of Kamma in Family Life
Part One: Family Life they prove that the consequences from Kamma are real. This is why we must focus on doing good deeds. From the Law of Kamma, we learn that: 1. It is not the end of all things when
Part One details how Kamma affects family life, emphasizing that life continues beyond death. Good deeds lead to positive outcomes, whereas bad deeds result in misfortune. We must purify our minds dai
Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
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Self-Realization and the Acceptance of Death
Part Five: Truth for the Family 2. Self-realization: Habitually reflect on the fact that it is natural for us to die. We have not yet gone beyond dying. We do not know when we are going to die. We mus
In this segment, we explore the natural inevitability of death and how it shapes our perspectives on life. Daily reflection on our mortality encourages us to cultivate boonya and engage in good deeds,
Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
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Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
Part Three ~ Harmony in the Family 157 Chapter 15 Creating Harmony in the Family 159 Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? 165 Chapter 17 Remedying the Situation When
This section explores vital aspects of family dynamics, including creating harmony, handling sibling conflicts, and instilling compassion in children toward vulnerable relatives. It further delves int
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
This question has prompted me to study Buddhism seriously, which has given me an understanding of life: 1. Death is not the end. We still have to be reborn indefinitely, as long as we have not rid o
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life. It discusses the existence of hell and heaven based on one's deeds and the dive
The Value of Life
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The Value of Life
Chapter 36 The Value of Life Although we realize that our lives will not last a thousand years, sometimes we still let ourselves drift down into the stream of worldly pleasures which causes us suffer
Chapter 36 discusses the importance of recognizing the value of life and living each moment with full awareness. Despite life's brevity, people often indulge in fleeting pleasures that lead to sufferi
The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
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The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
"Even though we may dislike difficulties and welcome happiness, there is no way to avoid suffering in our lives because life is a mixture of suffering and happiness. Instead, we should prepare for the
ชีวิตเป็นการผสมผสานของความทุกข์และความสุข ไม่มีทางหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ได้ พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้เตรียมใจให้พร้อมรับมือกับความทุกข์ ซึ่งรวมถึงความแก่ ความเจ็บป่วย และความตาย ผู้คนมักจะมองข้ามความทุกข์ด้วยการ
Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
The opposite of merit is demerit, or ‘sin’. Demerit is the product of bad deeds. Bad deeds cause ‘bad karma’. Demerit is a negative energy that is created when a bad deed is performed: mentally, bodil
The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both good and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma, where actions determine outcomes in t
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such
The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv
Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
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Negative Effects of Misinterpreted News on Understanding Buddhism
Negative circumstances resulting from carelessly reading negative news If parents do not teach their children to thoroughly analyze the truth in articles about monks, the children may thoughtlessly b
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
The Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
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The Supreme Wisdom of the Lord Buddha
Since we must seek refuge in our own wisdom in times of sorrow and happiness, we can appreciate that the Lord Buddha’s supreme wisdom (of how to lead one’s life) is indeed comparable to none. His pure
In times of sorrow and happiness, the wisdom of the Lord Buddha guides us on how to live right. His teachings illuminate the causes of life’s vicissitudes, emphasizing the Law of Kamma, where good or
This Life Next Life
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This Life Next Life
This Life Next Life 30 In this way, Prince, is the other world to be seen, and not, even as you imagine, by this fleshly eye. Let this be a proof to you that there is another world, that there are b
In this text, Prince questions Master Kassapa about the existence of another world and the nature of existence beyond death. The discussion revolves around the moral behavior of Wanderers and Brahmins
This Life Next Life
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This Life Next Life
This Life Next Life ISBN : 978-616-91637-2-5 Research : Siripunno English editor : Dr. Apiraporn Vasavakul Illustration : WWW.DMC.TV Graphic Design : Mr. Wittaya Suttisiriyothin First Edit
This Life Next Life is a comprehensive exploration of Buddhist teachings and principles related to moral and spiritual development. Compiled by Siripunno and edited by Dr. Apiraporn Vasavakul, this bo
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
Suzanne Jeffrey Life, of course, is not as neat as these teachings are laid out for you, and we do not always meet life’s stresses, or sufferings, head-on with a Dhamma teaching. When I become frustr
Suzanne Jeffrey reflects on her journey of understanding Dhamma teachings through the wisdom of Luang Por Dattajeevo. She shares insights into dealing with life's challenges, the importance of mindful
The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism
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The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism
The Lasting Way to Disseminate and Protect Buddhism Working Room To build up wealth Bed Room To build up motivation Bath Room To build up vitality Dining Room To build up life energy Dressing Roo
The text discusses the enduring methods for disseminating and safeguarding Buddhism by training individuals to cultivate motivation, vitality, life energy, insight, and material wealth in the context
A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
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A Brief History of Wat Phra Dhammakaya: A Spiritual Oasis
B RIEF HISTORY 1 In the midst of the daily rush and bustle demanded by modern metropolitan life has grown up a unique cultural centre to encourage and awaken people to the transformation that can be
Wat Phra Dhammakaya, located 16 km north of Bangkok, promotes a culture of peace through meditation. Founded amidst cultural turbulence, it emphasizes spiritual over material values, aiming for world
The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
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The Search for Knowledge and Freedom from Suffering
the day we lie on our deathbed, facing the reality of our mortal impermanence, with all our fears returning to confront us once more. Knowledge or wisdom that reveals the truth has and will always pr
When we confront our mortality, knowledge reveals truth and offers a path to peace. Ignorance leads to fear, prompting the pursuit of wisdom to alleviate suffering. We seek answers to life's fundament
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
Certainly! Here is the extracted text from the image: --- **Introduction** defiled minds. We see our fellow human beings as enemies because of our defined minds. Because of defilements we have feel
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
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Overcoming Suffering Through Education and Moderation
fund the consequences of our bad eating habits, this may also lead to unethical and immoral ways of funding our uninformed or mismanaged feeding of the body and its kinesia-driven greed and excesses.
This text discusses the impact of our eating habits and the broader implications of our existence, emphasizing the importance of education to alleviate the suffering associated with living. It highlig
Goals of Life
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Goals of Life
Goals of Life Life goals have three levels: the goal on Earth, the goal in the celestial realm, and the goal beyond (Nirvana). The goal on Earth is to live happily, enjoy good health, be blessed with
Life goals are categorized into three levels: the earthly goal of happiness, good health, and social acceptance; the celestial realm goal, influenced by religious beliefs in afterlife concepts; and th