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170. A PLACE OF MERIT When I came to live at the Buddhahead Center, I set my mind to this one goal: to make this place clean and pure, a imperious place of virtue where people come to practice medita

This text narrates the author's dedication to creating the Buddhahead Center as a place of purity and virtue for meditation practice. Despite facing severe illness due to relentless efforts, the autho

Buddhist Congregation become world-peace. The world has experienced spiritual drought for a long time, and the peaceful congregation will bring about change. Peace that everyone has longed for will co

In a world beset by spiritual drought, the Buddhist congregation advocates for the power of meditation as a solution to achieve world peace. Problems are rooted in the wicked mind, and to achieve peac

Base on this truth, whether we are content or not, as humans, we must learn to have calm and unwavering minds, not to be frightened of life's uncertainties, and know how to remain alert, like the eart

This text reflects on the teachings of Buddha regarding the importance of maintaining a calm and unwavering mind in the face of life's uncertainties. Buddha taught Venerable Rahula that like the earth

3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of

This text discusses the significance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation as key to life and decision-making. It emphasizes preparing for death by reflecting on pas

Buddhist Buddhist Congregation become world-peace. The world has experienced spiritual drought for a long time, and the peaceful congregation will bring about change. The peace that everyone has longe

The text highlights the importance of meditation in achieving world peace. It suggests that many global issues stem from the wicked mind. By cultivating a calm and clear mind through meditation, indiv

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips whether that be brushing your teeth, standing around, showering, driving, exercising, etc.; 6. Smile and speak in an endearing way; 7. Make the effort to see th

This section provides practical tips for integrating meditation into daily life, including maintaining a positive mindset, keeping a meditation diary, and reflecting on good deeds before sleep. It emp

Journey to Joy 28 is two finger-widths above the navel level. This is the true resting place of the mind and the starting point of the journey along the Middle Way. In this spot, the mind is at a comp

In this text, we delve into the significance of the mind's resting point located above the navel, which serves as a sanctuary free from thoughts, worries, and fears. This tranquil state fosters purity

Journey to Joy 294 Imagine the soft touch of a bird's feather when it touches the surface of the water. Focus your mind at the centre of the body with this feeling. Maintain the feeling of relaxation

Journey to Joy guides you through meditation techniques using visualization to enhance relaxation and focus. Picture a soft bird's feather touching water and concentrate your mind at your abdomen's ce

4. Maintain your mind at the center of the body all the time: Even after having finished your formal sitting, maintain your mind at the center of the body the whole of the time. No matter whether you

This meditation guide emphasizes the importance of centering your mind at the body's center at all times. Practitioners should continue to repeat the mantra 'Samma-Araham' and bring all arising though

If you do not know your own mind, how will serenity arise? The responsibilities of daily life are constantly pulling your mind to attach with external forces to you because you are fixated on your ex

The text discusses the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's mind as essential steps toward achieving serenity. It highlights how external factors like daily responsibilities and politi

You can find serenity if you know the way to control your mind K nowing the mind by trying to focus on only one thought at a time seems like an easy task. But when you attempt to do this, you find th

Controlling your mind is key to finding serenity. Focusing on one thought can be challenging but is achievable with practice. As we strive for desires, we often find ourselves in a continuous loop of

Training your mind to be at the centre of the body At the moment you close your eyes, temporarily forget the various matters that occupy your mind. Make yourself feel as though your mind is empty of

This guide teaches techniques for centering the mind by focusing on deep breathing and visualization. Close your eyes, clear your mind, and feel the comfort at the center of your body. Imagine a brigh

If you have an internal experience that differs from what you normally experience, do not become agitated or happy. Keep your mind unperturbed, just observe dispassionately. Do not be pleased or displ

In this insight, the practice of meditation is highlighted where one is encouraged to maintain a dispassionate observation of internal experiences. This leads to a refined mind centered at the body’s

Base on this truth, whether we are content or not, as humans, we must learn to have calm and unwavering minds, not to be frightened of life's uncertainties, and know how to remain alert, like the eart

This content emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and unwavering mind amidst life's uncertainties. Drawing from the teachings of the Lord Buddha to Venerable Rahula, it illustrates the need

Kamma causes reproductive act, a final phase of life before departing this present world or a final idea or mind that is attached to is called reproductive kamma. If one has an idea on merits when on

Reproductive kamma represents the final thoughts and mental conditions one experiences before departing this world. A positive focus on merits and virtues leads to a better state of mind and body, whi

178. ONLY MERIT IN MIND If you come to the temple for the sole purpose of gaining merit, then you are on the right path and you will never fall into misfortune. On the other hand, if you come here to

เนื้อหาเน้นที่การมาที่วัดเพื่อสะสมคุณธรรมและหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ ความคิดที่เป็นบวก มุ่งมั่นที่จะอยู่ห่างจากความคิดลบ การตรวจสอบตนเอง และเส้นทางสู่การดับทุกข์และหาความสุข การค้นพบพระธรรมและการทำสมาธิจะช

Meetings with a Dhamma Master Meeting #5 March 5, 2009 – Panawat Retreat Center Right before the Peace Revolution Conference ended, several of the participants and I decided to attend another retrea

In this reflective account, the author shares insights from a meeting with Luang Por at Panawat Retreat Center, discussing the duality of body and mind. The narrative takes place in a picturesque medi

Suzanne Jeffrey from defilement are manifested within the mind since we are born. It forces the mind to think, speak, and act imperfectly and it allows us to slide into bad habits. Finally, defile- m

This text discusses the concept of defilements, which manifest in the mind from birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging prac

Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L

In this enlightening session, the Dhammakaya Master discusses the Law of Kamma as a re-discovery, guiding individuals to see their actions' consequences through meditation. The Buddha's enlightenment

85. PURIFIED MIND As I converse with various people, I keep my mind always in its purified state, always centered in merit and in Dhamma. No greed, anger, or nonsense are allowed to defile me. In the

The text discusses the significance of maintaining a purified mind focused on merit and Dhamma. It emphasizes the importance of compassion in understanding others' suffering while acknowledging that e