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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
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The Teachings of the Buddha: Understanding Enlightenment
Suzanne Jeffrey why we are here and where do we go after death. So, we have some questions regarding His life: for example, why did he spend six years in self-mortification? Is the number six signifi
In this teaching, Luang Por discusses the significance of the Buddha's life and his journey towards enlightenment. Born into wealth and possessing unique qualities, the Buddha sought wisdom from an ea
The Creation of the Universe and the Battle Between Good and Evil
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The Creation of the Universe and the Battle Between Good and Evil
Suzanne Jeffrey Someone then asks, "Who created the Universe?" "The Universe was created by three elements coming together: Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality existing in harmony. A continuum of
This text discusses the creation of the universe as a blend of Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality. It highlights the emergence of 'evil' which led to the creation of beings and the subsequent batt
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
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Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
Suzanne Jeffrey “Samma Sati, or Right Mindfulness, refers to correctly maintaining and stilling our mind inside of our self. Not wandering around, in other words. We must always be training ourselves
The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a focused mind through diligent pra
The Journey of Self-Improvement
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The Journey of Self-Improvement
Suzanne Jeffrey with a common goal of ethical behavior. They are happy! And they meditate to become better people. They are all trying to be good people. 'Bad' people, of course, will try to fix ever
This passage reflects on the notion that true self-improvement starts with personal responsibility. It emphasizes that good people focus on helping themselves before attempting to assist others. The d
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
This meeting revolves around a farewell to a dedicated volunteer, Jane Welfar, who has devoted three years to assisting at the Wat. The discussion focuses on Luang Por's insights into the nature of ex
Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
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Meeting with Luang Por Joshua at Ashram Bandita
Meeting #11 27 February 2010 – Ashram Bandita LP Joshua has been in Korat for the past six weeks helping with a massive ordination project that the Wat initiated, and when he returns, he brings b
In this meeting at Ashram Bandita, LP Joshua shares stories from his six-week trip in Korat for a significant ordination project. He brings back turtle-planters symbolizing long life. Luang Por’s cont
Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
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Understanding Habits and Their Impact on Health
Suzanne Jeffrey "Additionally, the environment in which these things are used affects our health and habits. We must pay attention to every small detail. If we have a good doctor, we can help an illn
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
Exploring the Nature of the Mind
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Exploring the Nature of the Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey It is not something to see with the eyes, so you must meditate and practice and see it for yourself. The mind is at the seventh base, and is approximately the size of an eye socket. I
This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like health and mood th
Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
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Understanding Dhamma and the Influence of Karma
Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th
In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, we can attain clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that whi
Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
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Journey Towards Patience Through Meditation
Suzanne Jeffrey meditation, eating, the funniest exercise program in the entire world and, oh yeah, lining up to do activities which takes us about 45 minutes every time we do it. I have come here to
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L
The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
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The Importance of Self-Reflection and Meditation
"The first is the structure of the physical body. The head dictates to us that we need to open our eyes. And when we open our eyes, we look outside. We never look inside. So when we look outside, we o
The passage highlights the significance of recognizing our own imperfections and the need to focus on self-reflection instead of constantly observing others. It suggests that we should learn to see th
Understanding Astral and Celestial Bodies
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Understanding Astral and Celestial Bodies
Suzanne Jeffrey astral body, but other bodies as well. If you look at light through a prism, you will see seven different colors. It is like that: the bodies are there, but unless you shine a light t
In this text, Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the existence of multiple bodies, including the astral body, and how they relate to meditation and defilements. The analogy of a prism illustrates that just as
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
Meeting #18 9AM - 19 March 2010 Today, Luang Por is somber. His whole demeanor has changed from one of the joviality he displayed yesterday to one of crucial significance. I am not sure why, but I th
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
The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
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The Reality of Life: Understanding Our Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey The Reality of Life: We get this picture from our parents. Our birth is the most critical time, and the weakest time, of our life. Because the four elements are impure, we realize tha
In 'The Reality of Life,' Suzanne Jeffrey delves into how our early upbringing shapes our understanding and actions. The text emphasizes how our birth is a vulnerable point characterized by defilement
Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
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Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
There is some blur at the top of the image that makes the beginning of the title unclear. However, the main body of the text has been transcribed as follows: **"There is a total interconnectedness of
This text discusses the interconnectedness of individuals in society and education, highlighting the importance of adhering to moral precepts and avoiding detrimental behaviors. It emphasizes the role
Lessons from a Dharma Master
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Lessons from a Dharma Master
Thankings with a Dharma Master ourselves. This is also an important room for economy, as well, because we have to learn to cut back on our spending for clothing and accessories. The last room is the
In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and
Reflections on Teaching and Leadership
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Reflections on Teaching and Leadership
Suzanne Jeffrey fast. And may everyone who sits in your shade attain enlightenment. "We should always think about the last person's world. All of these people were plant- ing trees at the same time: T
ในงานประชุมนี้ หลวงปู่ได้เน้นย้ำถึงความสำคัญของการสอนและคุณสมบัติที่ทำให้ครูเป็นที่รักของนักเรียน เขาให้คำถามแก่ผู้เข้าร่วมเกี่ยวกับครูที่มีผลกระทบต่อชีวิตของตน และเชิญชวนให้พิจารณาคุณค่าที่ควรมีในตนเ
Meeting on the V-Star Project and Education Issues
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Meeting on the V-Star Project and Education Issues
Meeting #20 25 March 2010 - about 9:00 PM There are four of us here today to talk about the V-Star Project because one of the people (Don) wants to institute a similar program into the Lab School at
In this meeting, members discuss the V-Star Project aimed at enhancing education at the University of Hawaii. Luang Por emphasizes the need for moral education in the curriculum, using historical refe
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
eyelashes to lightly touch your cheeks, as though you are falling asleep. (Please do not force your eyelids closed or squeeze them shut because that causes tension in this area, as well as other areas
In this guided meditation practice, you will learn to relax by closing your eyes and focusing on your inner self. Start by gently closing your eyes, smile internally, and take deep breaths to relax yo
Creating Good Energy Through Meditation
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Creating Good Energy Through Meditation
Suzanne Kettell When you are sabai and still, you are creating boon or good, pure energy. Therefore, when you come to the end of the time you have set for your meditation session, you have the opport
Meditation is a pathway to creating pure positive energy, referred to as boon. In this practice, after achieving a state of contentment, individuals can spread this energy throughout their surrounding