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The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
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The Reality of Suffering and Happiness in Life
…nd being aware of this suffering, humans blind themselves even further with other trivial things. A person will trouble himself more to fulfill his desires, for example, to have a spouse and children, expec…
ชีวิตเป็นการผสมผสานของความทุกข์และความสุข ไม่มีทางหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ได้ พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้เตรียมใจให้พร้อมรับมือกับความทุกข์ ซึ่งรวมถึงความแก่ ความเจ็บป่วย และความตาย ผู้คนมักจะมองข้ามความทุกข์ด้วยการ
The Reverence of Parents in Buddhism
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The Reverence of Parents in Buddhism
… problem in Thai society where Buddhism is the most common religion. Our ancestors taught that a person’s success depends upon how well he treats his parents to whom he owns his gratitude. Because th…
…in old age. Neglecting elderly parents has become a serious issue in Thai society. The success of a person is closely tied to how they treat their parents. Our ancestors emphasized the incomparable kindness…
Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
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Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
The second type of elderly person is called “A Fruitful Person,” a philanthropist or altruist. Throughout their lives, these elderly …
The second type of elderly individual, termed 'A Fruitful Person', exemplifies philanthropy and self-sufficiency. These individuals have not only prepared well for …
The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
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The Life and Legacy of the Fruitful Elderly
…and ability to keep up with life. We can arrange our future by following the second type of elderly person, “The Fruitful Person.” It means we should be well prepared before reaching old age. Thus, from thi…
This text discusses how elderly individuals, known as 'The Fruitful Person', prepare for their final days by passing on their possessions to their children. They reflect on t…
Creating the Very Best in Oneself
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Creating the Very Best in Oneself
…iate the meaning and significance of a "blessing." Now we come to the interesting question of how a person can develop his/her best qualities. In accordance with Buddhist principles, the human "mind" has c…
The text discusses the significance of the human mind and its potential for growth and purity according to Buddhist principles. It emphasizes that the mind can be trained to a higher quality, rid of e
Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
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Lessons from the Lord Buddha on Conflict Resolution
3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving…
This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost
The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
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The Significance of Donating Buddha Images
…rds all beings. This would be a way of showing their gratitude towards Him. In Buddhist history, a person who is determined to become a Buddha (an Enlightened being) in the future, to free people from suff…
This text emphasizes the importance of donating Buddha images as a means of showing gratitude towards the Lord Buddha and contributing to spiritual merit. It discusses the concept of Bodhisattas, indi
Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Theravāda Manuscripts
… of qualities as those possessed by the Buddha”. The transcendent paths that transform the ordinary person (puthajāna) into the enlightened ‘noble one’ belong to a whole spiritual process that includes the …
This text delves into the doctrine of dhammakāya, representing a new spiritual identity that arises from teachings, akin to nourishment from milk. It connects the concepts found in the Agañña-sutta, i
Qualities of a Stream-Attainer in Buddhism
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Qualities of a Stream-Attainer in Buddhism
mentioned in the canon.40 The title ‘son of the Blessed one’ suggests that, through the Buddha, the person was (re)born to the same plane (bhūmi) to which the Buddha belongs, i.e., passing beyond the worldl…
This text delves into the characteristics of a Stream-attainer, identified as a noble disciple who is reborn to a transcendental plane through the Buddha's teachings. Key qualities include association
The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
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The Verse of Abandoning: Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta
The Verse of Abandoning 6. Dakkhināvíbhanga Sutta "When one person, owing to another, has come to possess unwavering confidence in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the San…
…the significance of unwavering confidence in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. It illustrates how one person's faith and understanding can be influenced by another, making it difficult to fully repay the infl…
Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
… Kilesa is within your mind. We must clear our own mind and then we will be able to stop Mara. Each person must do this for himself or herself. We must always work on ourselves before we try to work on othe…
…ng dialogue with Luang Por, he emphasizes the importance of clearing one’s mind to combat Mara, the personification of evil similar to Satan in Christianity. Luang Por explains that true communication can o…
The Path to Right View and World Peace
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The Path to Right View and World Peace
…e Dhamma. And where is the Dhamma? Within you! Not outside or somewhere that you can see it. "Each person, of course, has their own eightfold path to follow because each person is unique. How do we teach a…
… meditation tied to the eightfold noble path is highlighted, underscoring the individuality of each person's journey while emphasizing the universal nature of Dhamma. Cultural differences are acknowledged, …
MooThings with a Dhamma Master
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MooThings with a Dhamma Master
…s: The direction most likely to help with the problems of living is the Spiritual Direction, or the person who represents this direction. This is the person who offers us the moisture to grow. This is the p…
เนื้อหาเกี่ยวกับผลกระทบของการดื่มแอลกอฮอล์ต่อสุขภาพร่างกายและจิตใจ พร้อมกับการพูดถึงความสำคัญของการพัฒนานิสัยที่ดีเพื่อการเติบโตทางจิตวิญญาณ การมีสติในการใช้พลังงานและอารมณ์เป็นสิ่งสำคัญ โดยมีการแนะนำ
The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
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The Downfall of Empires and the Path to Moral Society
…ur decency when we think it will serve us best? We do this by teaching people about the affect each person has on the six directions: leaders, parents, teachers, family, friends, and colleagues or employees…
…es are crucial in developing the moral habits that influence society. By recognizing historical and personal factors, and our interconnectedness, we can strive for individual growth and collective responsib…
The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
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The Value of Dhamma Learning and Almsgiving
…u today will go far in helping to improve and better your life, so that you may become a better person. Such is the purpose of my sermon and lecture today, to thank you for your support. The Buddha es…
…e importance of monks learning the Dhamma to offer valuable teachings in return for alms. Sharing a personal experience, the author reflects on the significance of gratitude and the first experience of seek…
The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
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The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
saw was the food offered. Based on the food offered to me, I thought that the person must have been from the middle class. The second person that offered food was probably from a wealt…
This narrative explores the author's deep insights gained from witnessing three acts of almsgiving, particularly focusing on a young girl from a poor background. The contrasting offerings of food high
Behaviour Worthy of Respect
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Behaviour Worthy of Respect
10. Behaviour Worthy of Respect A person worthy of homage and respect is a person who develops himself and succeeds in his desire to be orda…
A person demonstrating behaviour worthy of respect is one who pursues self-development and aspires to become…
The Path to Nibbana: Overcoming Desires and Sufferings
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The Path to Nibbana: Overcoming Desires and Sufferings
…eanse your mind • Wisdom which will cleanse you of your bad habits, and help you to become a better person. 11. You will become a person worthy of respect and praise 12. You will have the ability to defeat …
…meaningful and enriching. The teachings illustrate that despite challenges, a dedicated approach to personal growth can lead to profound rewards including inner peace and lasting happiness. As practitioners…
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
…d, giving positive results in life. Happiness will follow, and so will progress in work, and such a person will have good friends because good people like to associate with other people who do good things a…
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
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Chand's Journey to Enlightenment
…thered the family. In disgust, her mother called him a “sparrow” (a Thai expression for a worthless person) that leached off of her. This remark wounded his pride. An angry asked all the children if they he…
Chand's life was deeply affected by her father's curse of deafness, as he was an alcoholic whose words held power. In Thai culture, forgiveness is vital, and after her father's death, she feared she w