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Only with moral education can human beings eliminate conflicts, selfish and greedy tendencies and practices so that man may truly coexist with mindful and peaceful consideration for each other. This s

This text emphasizes the necessity of moral education to eliminate selfish and greedy tendencies, enabling peaceful coexistence. It discusses the role of various types of teachers—parents, school teac

Formation of Habits * The work which is done in each of the five rooms * Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms * The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms

This text discusses the various aspects of habit formation, emphasizing the importance of attitude towards life's necessities, manners in living and working together, and one's approach to livelihood.

Formation of Habits . The work which is done in each of the five rooms . Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms . The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms

This text discusses the formation of habits in various aspects of life, focusing on the work done in different areas and attitudes towards basic necessities. It emphasizes the importance of good habit

1. EXAMINE YOURSELF Before bedtime each night, take a few minutes to meditate upon your day. Reflect on everything you have done throughout the day, from the time you wake up, to the time you go

In this text, readers are encouraged to engage in nightly self-reflection, evaluating their daily actions to accumulate merit and relinquish negative deeds. The practice emphasizes giving up wrongdoin

stung when the bedbugs bit me, but I would not kill them. I would catch them and put them in a spittoon covered with a piece of paper so they could not get away. When morning came, I would release the

The author shares her lifelong passion for cleanliness and orderliness, rooted in a disciplined upbringing at Wat Paknam. Through meditation, she recalls past lives that have contributed to her self-t

7. LOOK WITHIN YOURSELF I look at myself. I look through myself. I understand "me" clearly. I look into my physical self to find my human nature until I thoroughly understand it. Then I look deeper in

This text encourages individuals to look within themselves for true understanding rather than focusing on others. It highlights the journey of self-discovery through examining both physical and spirit

death chronicle position awake with awareness awake in the sea of merit fire contemplation; fire as meditation device shrine; altar; group of tables containing images of Buddha triple robe; the three

This text delves into crucial Buddhist principles including the Tipitaka, which is a comprehensive scripture forming the foundation of Buddhist teachings. It encompasses three baskets: Vinaya Pitaka,

BUDDHISM ‘The religion in the future will be a cosmic religion. It should transcend a personal God and avoid dogma and theology. Covering both the natural and the spiritual, it should be based on

Buddhism, founded by the Buddha over 2,500 years ago, emphasizes freedom from suffering and is based on logical, practical principles. This religion transcends blind faith and superstitions, making it

was himself freed. He lastly surveyed the process how birth inevitably leads to aging, sickness and death, which is a prelude to yet another birth – and one that will merely turn the Wheel of Life thr

This text recounts the journey of Siddhattha Gotama, who realized that life is a cycle of birth, aging, sickness, and death, culminating in his enlightenment as the Buddha. At dawn, he perceived the u

When your body breaks down it becomes sick. Illness of the body only affects the inflicted individual. However, when the mind is sick, many are affected. Meditation keeps the mind and body in harmony.

Meditation plays a crucial role in maintaining both mental and physical health. While physical illness primarily affects the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters hap

Ten Reflections for the Monk 1. We monks should often reflect that as monks, we are no longer householders. We should adopt the manners and conduct expected of a monk. 2. We monks should often reflec

This text presents ten critical reflections for monks to enhance their spiritual discipline. It emphasizes the importance of embracing monastic life, relying on community support, and continually impr

center of the Sphere of Concentration, the Sphere of Wisdom [paññā] will be attained. When we bring the mind to a standstill at the centre of the Sphere of Wisdom, the Sphere of Liberation [vimutti] w

This text outlines the spiritual progression as defined by the teachings of the Buddha, emphasizing the importance of concentration, wisdom, and the journey towards liberation. It explains how by brin

reaching the Dhammakāya and becoming one and the same as the Dhammakāya. The body of the Dhammakāya incorporates layers of perception, sensory registration, central processing and cognition in just th

The Dhammakāya embodies a body that resembles human perception while its mind can expand significantly, allowing the meditator to observe the eight inner bodies. This process unveils the Three Signs o

3.8.1 Dukkhanirodhagāminī Saccāṇa: Knowledge of the existence of Path to the Cessation of Suffering. 3.8.2 Dukkhanirodhagāminī Kiccaṇāṇa: Knowledge of what must be done in relation to Path to the Ces

This text discusses the twelve stages of the Cycle of Examination derived from the Four Noble Truths and their relation to enlightenment. It elaborates on the three circuits: knowledge of existence, k

Yāva kivāñca me bhikkhave, imesu "O! Monks! If the Tathāgata had not fully com- catusu ariyassaccevaṁ tiparivattaṁ completed these three cycles with their twelve com- dvaḍasākāraṁ yathābhuṭṭaṁ nān

In this text, the Buddha addresses monks, emphasizing that he has fully completed the three cycles of truth, which affirms his status as a fully self-enlightened Buddha. He claims that this enlightenm

10 : Universal Goodness 1.1 Where did one come from? Why is one here? Where does one go after one dies? These three questions can stump even the most intelligent person on earth. On the day of one’s

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4. Punctuality The lack of orderliness leads to unpunctuality. One feels nothing about keeping other people waiting. Sometimes, a VIP guest is hours late at a grand opening. The children that were sch

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Universal Goodness 23 A clear mind begins with ... Performing one's work without the four categories of partiality: ● Chandalogati: Partiality caused by love or fondness. ● Dosagati: Partiality caus

Superior Love through Superior Dhamma Because we are human beings, none of us are perfect. We all come with a baggage of deficiencies. We can cope with our own deficiencies but we cannot tolerate some

This text discusses the challenges of living with a partner and how the Dhamma provides guidance for a harmonious family life. It highlights the four virtues: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, an

living a virtuous life, showing good respect to them, speaking to them in a nice and warm fashion, and taking good care of them. Children should never hold a grudge against their parents, regardless o

This text emphasizes the necessity of living a virtuous life by showing respect and care towards one's parents. It discusses the importance of not holding grudges against them, illustrating how parent