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Understanding the Eightfold Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Path
…ce hedonism and excessive self-mortification or asceticism, and it leads to the end of the cycle of rebirth. The Buddha is often compared to a physician. In the first two Noble Truths he diagnosed the proble…
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงมรรคหรือทางแห่งการพ้นทุกข์ในพุทธศาสนา ซึ่งคืออริยมรรค 8 ที่นำไปสู่การสิ้นสุดของทุกข์และการพัฒนาตนเองอย่างค่อยเป็นค่อยไป มันอยู่ระหว่างความพอใจมากเกินไปและการอดทนเกินไป ในการเปรียบเที
The Virtue of Almsgiving
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The Virtue of Almsgiving
26 The Virtue of Almsgiving 5. Chalaṅgadāna Sutta Even before giving the mind is pleased, while giving is pleased, Having given is pleased, this is the accomplishment in giving a gift. Th
…others earn great merit. Ultimately, wise offerings made with faith and a relinquished mind lead to rebirth in a blissful, trouble-free realm. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
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The Voice of Acquiring: Insights on Giving
The Voice of Acquiring 9. Dana Sutta 9. Dana Sutta: Giving Sariputta60, 1. "Having given this gift seeking his own profit - with a mind attached [to the reward], seeking to store up for himself, [with
…e those who give selflessly, with a pure intent recognizing the goodness of giving, attain a higher rebirth among the Devas of the Thirty-three. The teachings emphasize the spiritual merit obtained through t…
Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
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Dana Sutta: The Nature of Giving
The Vintage of Absoiving 9. Dana Sutta 5. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'Just as there were the great sacrifices of the sages of the past -- Atthaka, Vamaka, Vamadeva, Vessamitta, Yamataggi, An
… It illustrates how such acts of generosity lead to a serene mind and joyful outcomes, resulting in rebirth among divine beings after death. Understanding these concepts can enrich one's spiritual journey, e…
Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
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Phramongkolthepmuni: A Legacy of Dhammakaya Meditation
…at he aimed to use it to help all beings reach an end of all defilements and free from the cycle of rebirth. In 1918, Sodh Chandasaro was appointed abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen. His reputation as a medi…
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.
The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
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The Journey of Chand: Overcoming a Father's Curse
…iveness, except for Chand. His death profoundly affected Chand’s life. Most Thai people believe in rebirth. She worried that she would be reborn deaf as a result of her father’s curse. Now that her father h…
Chand believed her father's curse of deafness would affect her in future lives, especially after his death. She sought forgiveness but missed the chance. In 1935, she left home to find the Great Abbot
Dhammakaya Knowledge: The Five Aspects of Natural Law
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Dhammakaya Knowledge: The Five Aspects of Natural Law
…to existence reveals the knowledge of how to abolish samsara, the system that controls the cycle of rebirths. This knowledge leads us to the right practice and eventually helps us overcome defilements and at…
…ental effects of evil states. It highlights the crucial understanding necessary for liberation from rebirth cycles.
Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
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Understanding the Merit Sphere: The Source of Success and Happiness
Merit Sphere A merit sphere is a perfectly round and flawless sphere that is utterly bright and clear. It is as clear as, or even clearer than, a polished diamond. It is as bright as, or brighter tha
…forting brightness symbolizes the power of merit that not only ensures success but also facilitates rebirth in blissful realms and the quest for Nibana. Learn more about how embracing merit can transform you…
Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
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Understanding Transcendental Inner Bodies and Meditation
… or deed of body, speech and mind. Every willed action brings future consequences, including future rebirths; the consequences of past deeds largely determine one’s general life situation. Under the Law of K…
…'s nature and alleviation. The principle of Kamma explains how one's actions shape their future and rebirth, emphasizing personal responsibility for one’s life circumstances. Lastly, the term 'Khun Yai' refe…
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…d through enlightenment. Once a person has attained Nibbana, he has reached the end of the cycle of rebirths—the final and total release from cyclic existence—never again to be subject to rebirth. Nibbana is…
This glossary provides definitions and insights into crucial Buddhist terms such as Mundane Merit, which refers to merit from good deeds, and Nibbana, the ultimate state of happiness and enlightenment
Understanding Wisdom and Wrong Views
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Understanding Wisdom and Wrong Views
…od, parents are not worthy of gratitude, the Law of Kamma does not exist, there is no afterlife and rebirth, heavens and hells do not exist, etc.
This text highlights the distinction between being wise and being educated, emphasizing that wisdom is innate and ethical rather than solely academic. A wise person embodies righteousness and possesse
Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
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Insights from Luang Por: Buddha, Jesus, and Meditation
… does not … for Jesus, it is more like acceptance, Buddhists do not say resurrection, but birth and rebirth. Buddhists do not say sin, but wholesome or unwholesome." Then Jon asks, "Was Buddha aware of his …
In this engaging discussion, Luang Por provides insights on the differences between Buddha and Jesus, emphasizing Buddha's teachings on proving everything versus Jesus' acceptance. He articulates the
Understanding the Five Types of Mara
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Understanding the Five Types of Mara
…r bad action performed in the distant past. Remember that we have been in a constant cycle of birth-rebirth. In other words, it could be caused by the actual birthing process in which something happens due t…
In this excerpt, Suzanne Jeffrey elaborates on the concept of Mara, describing five distinct types: Kanta Mara (the body and mind functions), Gamma (action from karma), Deity (false gods), Matuman (fe
Understanding the Nature of the Mind
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Understanding the Nature of the Mind
…and the more subtle form and the more subtle form encasing it, will then travel to its new place of rebirth. "At its natural state, the mind is pure and clear like a diamond; but if it is disturbed by emoti…
This text delves into the nature of the mind, explaining its pure and clear state when unclouded by emotions like love and anger. It describes the mind's role as the master of the body, directing acti
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
…Defilement does not die with us, but remains within the mind and moves from body to body during our rebirth. So, defilement and bad habits follow us into our next life. "So, we wonder: How do we get rid of …
This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil
Understanding Defilements and the Path to True Happiness
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Understanding Defilements and the Path to True Happiness
…and therefore, he is. The notion that ‘We are what we think’ only contains us in the cycle of birth-rebirth and in the cycle of Samsara. But our mind really uses our brain as an office – receiving sensory in…
In conclusion, suffering arises from our defilements, which influence our actions and desires. To achieve true happiness, we must eliminate these defilements through good actions, stopping poor habits
The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
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The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
Suzanne Jeffrey “If we do something good, then we have this good energy floating around out there, and we should make a wish to create something good. If we do something bad, then something bad will
…n shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environments. Meditation serves as a common ground for all religions, assisting indiv…
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
…as free: It was free not to be born, free from ignorance, and He knew that He knew He was free from rebirth." With this, the session is over. We wait for Luang Por who is now smiling to the crowd, bow to th…
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
Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
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Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
as animals, or born into bad places. There are various levels of these: (1) born as an animal (and that includes ANY animal), (2) born as a Hungry Ghost, (3) born as a monster, (4) Go to one of the va
…individuals can contribute to a more equitable and livable world, ultimately affecting their future rebirth and existence.
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
Samma Samadhi – Right Concentration. A refined state of mind in which you become focused in single-pointed concentration but with a sense of ecstatic joy and feelings of vast openness, softness, and b
…described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents the cycle of suffering driven by birth and rebirth, highlighting the importance of enlightenment. The term Sangha extends beyond monastics to include …