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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
…āna. Indeed, it is possible also to say that Nibbāna itself can ‘transform’ beings as well, for the realization of it engenders the transformation from worldly people to noble persons.83 Our study thus concludes…
…transcendental dhamma, which serves as a transformer and defilement eradicator. It explores how the realization of Nibbāna transforms individuals from worldly to noble beings, emphasizing the importance of a hol…
Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
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Confronting Life's Inherent Sufferings
…ra (cycle of life and death) by following in the footsteps of Lord Buddha to reach Nibbana. 2. Self-realization: Habitually reflect on the fact that it is natural for us to die. We have not yet gone beyond dying…
…e with life's hardships, ultimately seeking a higher purpose and achieving inner peace through self-realization. The essence of life is not just enjoyment, but the journey towards overcoming these sufferings and…
Journey to Joy: Discovering True Happiness Through Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Discovering True Happiness Through Meditation
Journey to Joy 262 huge mansion. Reaching the moon inside, I felt inner delight. A while later, I saw the moon floating in front of me, and just observed it. After just a moment, it automatically move
…rney to Joy', the author shares a profound experience of meditation that leads to inner delight and realization of true happiness. Contrary to the belief that the mind is the focal point, the author discovers th…
Understanding Dhamma and Spiritual Realization
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Understanding Dhamma and Spiritual Realization
…les ‘born of dhamma’ (dhammaja) and ‘created by dhamma’ (dhamma-nimmita) imply a further step - the realization or attainment of dhamma, and the consequent transformation of the person. Having listened to the te…
…qualities. It highlights how listening to the Buddha's teachings can purify the mind and facilitate realization of the truths, while also considering the importance of mental readiness and the interplay of body,…
Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas in Buddhist Philosophy
…dhas. According to Buddhist philosophy, a Paccekabuddha is a person who is of the highest wisdom of realization that he can be self-enlightened, in the same way as a Buddha can. However, he is said to lack teach…
…uring the Buddha's time, Buddhism was not seen as a distinct school but as a practice for spiritual realization. The Buddha's criteria for speaking truthfully aim to benefit listeners. The categorization of Pacc…
Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
…djective dhammakāya does not refer to 'teaching,' but 'transcendental dhamma' relating to spiritual realization. In conclusion, our study in this part adds further information that dhammakāya is related not only…
…larifies that both enlightened beings, although differing in roles, embody the essence of spiritual realization. Further examination into its connections with noble disciples reveals layers of understanding dham…
The Superiority of Dhamma over Worldly Existence
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The Superiority of Dhamma over Worldly Existence
…s in particular Verse 31 implies that Gotami was ‘spiritually reborn’ to the noble clan through the realization of truths, initiated with the teaching of the Buddha. Thus, the Buddha is her spiritual father. Suc…
ในบทความนี้เสนอการเปรียบเทียบระหว่างความเป็นแม่ในโลกกับการเป็นบิดาทางจิตวิญญาณ โดยเน้นที่การดูแลร่างกายทางกายภาพและร่างกายทางจิตวิญญาณ รวมถึงประสิทธิภาพในการบรรเทาความกระหายของนมธรรมดาและนมที่เป็น dha
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
…mutti-sukha), as well as the knowledge regarding one's release, arises. Therefore, each instance of realization or enlightenment brings about happiness, and so dhammakāya is said to be pleasurable. Next we shall…
…dental reality and the attainment of noble disciples. Ultimately, the transformative experiences of realization bring happiness, reinforcing the idea that dhammakāya is aligned with pleasure and fulfillment in t…
TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
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TEN RIGHT VIEWS: A Path to Generosity and Understanding Kamma
…e in the present. What we do in the present will have far reaching effects into the future. By this realization we acknowledge the reality and existence of this world. 6) Belief in the Reality and Existence of …
This text outlines the ten right views that promote a deeper understanding of generosity, respect, and the consequences of one's actions in light of Kamma. Starting with generosity, it emphasizes the
The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
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The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
…g and clarity • Increases sub-conscious intelligence extraordinary mental capacity • Increases self realization and spiritual clarity of purpose • impulse • increases mental power supra-natural capability
…overall health. By practicing meditation, individuals can achieve higher levels of insight and self-realization, leading to a harmonious lifestyle and increased mental power. For more resources on meditation, vi…
Embracing Virtue and Avoiding Harm
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Embracing Virtue and Avoiding Harm
… been killing mosquitoes for 26 years but I have not reduced its population at all. Having this realization, I decided to adopt the Five Precepts in full from then on. By age 28, I was able to adhere to th…
This text emphasizes the importance of being human and the opportunity to build spiritual assets through virtue. The author shares personal experiences of adhering to the Five and Eight Precepts, disc
Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
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Understanding Dhammikāya in Buddhist Philosophy
Dhammapāla, like Buddhaghosa, employs the term dhammikāya mostly as a noun, and relates it either with the Buddha’s mental qualities and purity,134 with the Enlightenment either of the Buddha135 or hi
…dhammikāya reflects the relationship between the teachings of the Buddha and the ultimate spiritual realization. Explore these concepts to deepen your understanding of Buddhist philosophy and teachings on enligh…
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
…still our mind in meditation. With a still mind, we allow who we really are to surface or come into realization. We allow ourselves to become aware of ourselves. In doing this, we come to realize the greater con…
In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading
Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
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Gratitude to Luang Phaw Dhammajayo
I would like to thank Luang Phaw Dhammajayo the most for guiding us on life goal and answering why we were born. Luang Phaw has restored Buddhism and propagated Dhammakaya meditation, aiming at the at
…backgrounds, to cultivate merit and strive for spiritual perfection, ultimately leading them to the realization of Dhammakaya. His teachings foster inclusivity and personal growth, allowing every individual the …
Reflections on Life's Journey
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Reflections on Life's Journey
… the world, and down many different paths, which has taken me to my greatest personal discovery and realization. To a greater or lesser degree, we are all involved in this same universal quest, since time immemo…
บทความนี้สะท้อนถึงการเดินทางส่วนตัวของผู้เขียนในการค้นหาความหมายและวัตถุประสงค์สูงสุดในชีวิต ผ่านประสบการณ์และการเดินทางรอบโลก นำเสนอว่าทุกคนมีบทบาทในความพยายามที่คล้ายกันในการค้นหาความรู้และความเข้าใ
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
…gha. The qualities of a Stream-attainer highlight the progressive steps one takes towards spiritual realization, rather than differentiating between various individuals. It underscores the importance of spiritua…
The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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The Transformative Power of the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism
… philosophy of the Pāli canon, transformation arises in succession of, and as a consequence of, the realization of truths. It involves the elimination of particular fetters, as well as the rise of new qualities.…
This text delves into the concept of transformation in Buddhist philosophy, specifically through the Noble Eightfold Path. It highlights how this path aids in the eradication of defilements, enabling
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
…welfare is the ultimate goal, democracy provides the guidance and economic growth the means for its realization. But the economic sector can only increase the amount of social welfare available through waste and…
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
Understanding the Eightfold Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Path
… Truths he diagnosed the problem (suffering) and identified its cause. The third Noble Truth is the realization that there is a cure. คำศัพท์ภาษาอังกฤษ คำว่า Eightfold Path แปลว่า อริยมรรค 8 Hedonism แปลว่า ลัทธ…
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงมรรคหรือทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ในพุทธศาสนา ซึ่งคืออริยมรรค 8 ที่นำไปสู่การสิ้นสุดของทุกข์และการพัฒนาตนเองอย่างค่อยเป็นค่อยไป มันอยู่ระหว่างความพอใจมากเกินไปและการอดทนเกินไป ในการเปรียบเที
Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
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Understanding the Dynamics of Body and Mind through Dhamma Teaching
Meeting #10 04 February 2010 I am here today with a friend and volunteer to the Wat, Jane Welfar. She has been helping various programs here for the past three years, and literally gave up her li
… begins from the moment we are cut from our mothers, framing the transition to independence and the realization of Kamma's influence from that point onwards. The essence of these teachings stresses that being mi…