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1. The mentor should have an unambiguous biography. There must be proof of his life history; it can not be vague and…

The mentor should have a clear biography and proven life history. Lord Buddha fits this as His documented life is…

…perb purity in being able to achieve Nibbana, and His compassion in selflessly devoting His life to showing human beings how to achieve what He achieved. We follow His teachings without hesitation, so t…

We regard the Lord Buddha as our ultimate refuge due to His wisdom and compassion. His teachings guide us towards eliminating defilements and achieving Nibbana. The chapter discusses the misconception

…vince the parents that good deeds always bring good outcomes, and vice versa. The following episode should help clarify this principle. A layperson asked a respected senior monk: “Venerable One, do go…

The text discusses the importance of understanding the Law of Kamma, emphasizing that good deeds ultimately yield good outcomes, though results may take time. It illustrates the principle through a me

…hen we continue doing the good deeds for months or years, the fruit of the good deeds will start to show as fortune and success. We will begin to see that our life becomes agreeable, our efforts become …

…ls to remain impartial and to rely on meditation for maintaining a balanced perspective. The wisdom shared illustrates how steadfastness in performing good deeds can be a powerful example for future gen…

…dry area. The one next to the jar will receive water each morning as the landowner wakes up and splashes his face. After each meal, when the dishes get washed, that banana tree receives water. Whenever …

This text uses the metaphor of growing banana plants to illustrate that good deeds require time and favorable conditions to yield positive outcomes. Just as banana plants take a year to bear fruit, go

…s to abandon any good behavior. But sooner or later, immoral actions will come to light and get punished whether in this life or the next. The Law of Kamma is universal. Criteria for Promotion The conce…

…tives for success. Employees who meet all criteria deserve proper recognition, while those who fall short should be evaluated accordingly. This approach fosters fairness and clarity in professional grow…

… suggest first practicing generosity. The Lord Buddha stated that to gain the maximum merit, giving should meet these four criteria, namely: 1. Wholesomeness of the object. The object to be given must b…

In this chapter from 'Good Question, Good Answer' by Venerable Phra Rajabha, the author outlines a daily routine to cultivate merits. It emphasizes the importance of observing precepts, meditating, an

The Five Precepts That Parents Should Know Teaching their children to abide by the Five Precepts is the utmost important responsibil…

Teaching children the Five Precepts is essential for parents to combat social decline. Parents must first understand the meaning of a precept, its connection to human nature, and the consequences of n

…Five Precepts. They existed even before the birth of the Lord Buddha, and He advised that everybody should abide by them. The Warm Hearted Family 279 Making the Five Precepts Easy for Children to U…

In this chapter, a senior monk demonstrates how to simplify the Five Precepts for children. The focus is on making these fundamental teachings understandable through engaging dialogue. The Five Precep

… if you lie to somebody, they will feel less love for you each time, and vice versa. No one likes dishonesty, so you should not lie to anyone. This is how the Fourth Precept came into existence. How di…

This text discusses the Fourth Precept, emphasizing that dishonesty diminishes love and trust. It relates this to the Fifth Precept, which forbids intoxicants, s…

… Before I was ordained, I wore a Buddha image around Why should we not kill? Because everybody loves his my neck. Every morning before going to school, I would…

The text discusses the importance of the Five Precepts in Buddhism and shares a personal journey of learning to observe them. The author recounts a practice from their stude…

vacation. The poster shows a mother about sixty years old. She is holding a small lei in her hands; her face is full of joy…

…aining while one's mother is alive, as a symbol of gratitude. The personal experience of the writer showcases the joy of ordination, demonstrating that true happiness can be achieved without material we…

… was knocked over, but was able to get up and walked away with minor injuries. That was my first brush with death. The second time was when my appendix burst during the night. I was taken to the hospita…

This narrative discusses the importance of familial love and the motivation behind the decision to ordain. The author reflects on moments that brought him close to death, which deepened his desire to

…seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is so unpred…

The narrative emphasizes the unexpected nature of life, highlighting the author's struggle to prioritize ordination amidst personal and familial obligations. With deteriorating health in family member

…ollow his advice, only then will they gain merits." -I was very impressed with this explanation. It shows that the ordination of the son will lead to the parents going to the temple and practicing virtu…

การบวชลูกชายเป็นวิธีที่ช่วยให้พ่อแม่เข้าสู่การบรรลุคุณธรรมและสะสมบุญ เรื่องนี้ชี้ให้เห็นว่าหากพ่อแม่ไม่เริ่มปฏิบัติตามคำแนะนำ พวกเขาจะไม่สามารถสะสมบุญได้อย่างเต็มที่ การเข้าไปที่วัดและปฏิบัติธรรมจึงมี

…y to avoid suffering in our lives because life is a mixture of suffering and happiness. Instead, we should prepare for the inevitable suffering with a steady mind. "Human beings were born with inherent…

ชีวิตเป็นการผสมผสานของความทุกข์และความสุข ไม่มีทางหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ได้ พระพุทธเจ้าสอนให้เตรียมใจให้พร้อมรับมือกับความทุกข์ ซึ่งรวมถึงความแก่ ความเจ็บป่วย และความตาย ผู้คนมักจะมองข้ามความทุกข์ด้วยการ

…te merit and purify oneself from defilements to attain Nibbana. Since defilements still remain, one should never stop doing good deeds until one’s last day arrives. This is the best recommendation that …

In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goa

…ale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of withdrawal. Therefore, everyone should prepare for death by always keeping a clear mind. The brightness or cloudiness of one's mind w…

… explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlife, distinguishing between the rewards of good kamma from past deeds and the painful consequences of bad kamma. It …

…dying father; Buddhists consider this an important task of any grateful child. Thus, this knowledge should be learned by everyone who must pay a debt of gratitude to their parents. The lady said, “When…

This chapter discusses the importance of caring for dying parents in Buddhism, shared through a lady's experience seeking advice from a senior monk. Her father's absence and the mor…

Chapter 38 Parents, Worthy of Our Reverence In 1999, statistics in Thailand showed that the number of elderly people who are being neglected increased by at least 300,000 per yea…

…ly, while retirement homes could only accept 200 more residents per year. This reflects a troubling shift in family dynamics, as adult children become overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for the…