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Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
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Understanding the Fruitful Elderly: A Guide to Altruism and Wisdom
… of religion, they have diligently studied the Buddhist principles by being generous, observing the precepts, and practicing meditation. Furthermore, they have always taught and instilled their children with…
…still moral values in their children and lead lives of simplicity. Notably, they adhere to the Five Precepts and contribute to merit-making through almsgiving. Their role in the family is revered, as they be…
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
… themselves by eliminating greed, anger, and ignorance, and by practicing generosity, observing the precepts, and practicing meditation. Because they followed the Lord Buddha’s teachings, they became respect…
Daily 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 developmen
Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
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Practicing Austerity and the Eight Precepts
observing the eight precepts, and meditating. Those who wish to practice must stay at a temple. Accommodations can depend on th…
การปฏิบัติอ austerity จึงเป็นทางเลือกสำหรับผู้ที่ต้องการสร้างนิสัยแห่งความระมัดระวัง โดยการใช้ชีวิตตามแบบอย่างพระสงฆ์และการแยกแยะด้านความต้องการและความอยาก พระพุทธเจ้าได้มอบกฎใช้อาศัยในภูมิประเทศต่างก
Wisdom of the Lord Buddha in Facing Challenges
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Wisdom of the Lord Buddha in Facing Challenges
…should follow the footsteps of the Lord Buddha. We must first scrutinize our ability to observe the precepts and make improvements. When we conduct ourselves well, all else that is good will follow.” Rememb…
In facing challenges, the Lord Buddha exemplified wisdom, utilizing His understanding to confront experts and overcome obstacles. Ven. Moggallana demonstrated supernatural powers to subdue Nandopānand
โครงการบวชชมลิกาแก้วหนอ่อน ๑ ล้านคน
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โครงการบวชชมลิกาแก้วหนอ่อน ๑ ล้านคน
…he Buddha replied, “The monks are like nurses. They can take care of themselves. If they follow the precepts, they will be safe; if not, they will not. I wish to see my mother, to see her well, to see her sa…
เรื่องราวของพระศาสดาเมื่อประทับอยู่ในพระเวชวัน มีความปรารถนาที่จะส่งมารดาของนางกาณณาไปทำบุญ โดยท่านได้อธิบายว่าการดูแลพระภิกษุและวัดเป็นเรื่องที่สำคัญ แต่ความปรารถนาที่จะเห็นมารดาเป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญยิ่งก
English for Buddhism Lovers
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English for Buddhism Lovers
… เช่นไม้ๆ ลองอ่านดูนะคะ “ซี - ซั่น” เข้าพรรษา = Buddhist Lent (พุทธิลสดา เลนท) ศีล/กฎ/คำสั่งสอน = precept (พรีสเพท) ศีล 5 = five precepts (ไฟว์ พรีสเพทสุด) ศีล 8= eight precepts (เอท พรีสเพทสุด) กรณีที่คำน…
During the rainy season, we focus on increasing our good deeds and following precepts. This article provides English vocabulary related to Buddhist practices, including the five and ei…
Exploring the Next Life and Rebirth
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Exploring the Next Life and Rebirth
…way. What then? Shall your friends and companions, your kinsmen and conneXions who, having kept the precepts, are reborn into the bright and happy place, come and bring you word that there is another world, …
In this text, Master Kassapa discusses the transient pleasures of life and contrasts them with the inherent nature of human existence. Through dialogue, he illustrates the repulsive aspects of humanit
Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
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Questioning the Existence of a Spiritual Realm
…ter Kassapa. I have had friends, companions, kinsmen, men of the same blood as myself, who kept the precepts, abstaining from taking life ; from taking what was not given, from inchantity, lying speech and s…
In a thought-provoking dialogue, a prince challenges Master Kassapa's assertions about the existence of a spiritual realm. The prince draws upon personal experiences with friends who lived virtuous li
The Viktor of Absorbing: Insights from Velama Sutta
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The Viktor of Absorbing: Insights from Velama Sutta
The Viktor of Absorbing 7. Velama Sutta "If one were to have a dwelling built and dedicated to the Community of the four directions, that would be more fruitful than... if one were to feed a communit
…eeking refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha holds greater merit. Furthermore, undertaking moral precepts such as abstaining from taking life, theft, illicit sexual conduct, lying, and intoxicants is port…
Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
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Velama Sutta: The Power of Good Will
The Voice of Abstaining 7. Velama Sutta “If one were to develop even just one whiff of a heart of good will, that would be more fruitful than... if one with a confident mind were to undertake the tra
… moral training and seeking refuge in the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha) while reinforcing key precepts in Buddhist practice. The transformative power of good intentions is paramount in fostering spirit…
Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
…ighest level of meditative attainment known as attaining the Dhammakaya. He was also the first Thai preceptor to ordain a westerner as a Buddhist monk. He later rose to higher monastic rank with a new monast…
Phramongkolthepmuni, originally Sodh Chandasaro, became abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen in 1918. Known for his meditation mastery, he organized workshops leading many to attain the Dhammakaya level.
88 Meditation Benefits
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88 Meditation Benefits
… to free oneself of them. The wise practice generosity in order to combat greed; they observe moral precepts to combat ill will, and exercise wisdom to overcome ignorance.
Meditation enhances mindfulness and comprehension, fostering perception and awareness. It aligns body and mind, leading to improved focus and memory, which results in better performance in academics a
Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Thai Terms in Buddhism
…d deed is performed. Merit is generated in three major ways: charitable giving, observance of moral precepts, and meditation. Merit Sphere: a transcendental sphere representing merit, that lies within each …
This text provides insight into important Thai terms associated with Buddhism. Terms such as 'Klong' refer to canals, while 'Luang Por' and 'Luang Pu' are respectful titles for monks, particularly in
Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
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Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
…g for over an hour. A young Italian man poses this question: "I would like to talk about the fifth precept of not drinking alcohol or taking intoxicants. My father makes his own wine and we drink it at meal…
In this discussion, Luang Por addresses the difficulty of recognizing and changing bad habits, comparing them to an illness. He explains that bad habits are often ingrained from birth and influenced b
Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
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Merliangs with a Dhamma Master
…s. “When I first met Luang Por Dhammajayo, I offered him a drink. But he said he was following the precepts. And that he did not need to drink in order to be friends with anyone. Without that statement, the…
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
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
…ty of society and (3) responsible for the economy of morality. When a person follows the first four precepts, he or she will not hurt others, and will be responsible for his own morality. That person will no…
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
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Nurturing with a Dharma: Insights from Meditation
…cause we can see it the way it should be. So meditation makes us smart! Therefore, if we follow the precepts, we will be beautiful. If we are charitable and benevolent, we will be affluent. And, if we medita…
บทความนี้พูดถึงความสำคัญของการทำสมาธิและการประพฤติปฏิบัติธรรมในชีวิตประจำวัน โดยชี้ให้เห็นว่า การทำสมาธิช่วยให้จิตใจชัดเจนและทำให้มีปัญญามากขึ้น นอกจากนี้ยังเน้นถึงการทำความดีและการบริจาคเพื่อสร้างควา
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
…ice of patience, right thinking, respect – and all of these habits are ethical. We need to keep the precepts in order to develop morality. "There are three questions that we must address: What are we teachi…
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne
Qualifications for Monk Ordination
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Qualifications for Monk Ordination
… now wish to be ordained again. 5. Those who have been ordained previously, but have broken the ten precepts, and were asked to leave monkhood. 6. Those who have caused schism in the monastic community 7. Th…
To be ordained as a monk, an individual must meet specific qualifications, including being at least 20 years old. Certain groups are forbidden from ordination: homosexuals, hermaphrodites, and those w
Understanding Confession in Monastic Life
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Understanding Confession in Monastic Life
…o has transgressed his monastic discipline and who wishes to express regret over his misdeed to his preceptor, and who now promises to never repeat the transgression again. The Buddha taught his disciples n…
การสารภาพคือการแสดงความเสียใจต่อการกระทำผิดซึ่งเกิดขึ้นในชีวิตของพระสงฆ์ตามวินัยของพวกเขา พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้พระสงฆ์ไม่ปิดบังความผิด หากทำผิดควรสารภาพเพื่อไม่ให้ต้องหลอกลวงผู้คน หากเป็นการกระทำผิดร้ายแร