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Understanding Merit in Buddhism
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Understanding Merit in Buddhism
should think in this way. As long as the monks do not seriously break the monastic discipline, you should think that you are giving alms to them to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditati
This text emphasizes the importance of giving alms to monks to replenish their energy for Dhamma study and meditation. It advises that both givers and receivers gain merit. It discusses the impact of
Raising Financially Savvy Children
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Raising Financially Savvy Children
Part Two: Raising Children - principles and consequences of over-spending. Do not give them money just to end their annoyance or their tantrums. Do not let them think that money is easy to earn. It is
In this section, we explore effective strategies for raising children who understand the principles of money. It is crucial to avoid giving in to children's demands for money out of frustration, as th
Harmony Within the Family
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Harmony Within the Family
Part Four: Harmony Within the Family having parents. They might even despise them. They cannot appreciate all the hardships and sacrifices that parents have endured for them. They think that it is the
ในบทนี้กล่าวถึงความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างพ่อแม่และเด็ก และวิธีที่ผู้ปกครองสามารถสอนลูกให้มีความรับผิดชอบและเคารพผู้ใหญ่ ความรักที่ไม่มีเงื่อนไขเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการเลี้ยงดู แต่กฎระเบียบยังจำเป็นต้องมีเพื่อสร้าง
Criteria for Giving and Boonya
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Criteria for Giving and Boonya
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 24 Criteria for Giving and Boonya Today, people are inclined to put their faith in science above anything else. However, there are many things of which science
In this chapter, the text discusses the prevailing trend of people placing their faith in science, which often overlooks the spiritual dimensions of existence. It highlights the distinction between th
Criteria for Giving and Boonya
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Criteria for Giving and Boonya
Part Five: Truth for the Family b. Upright intention. The objective of giving is to say goodbye to misery, selfishness, and greed. It is not done to gain riches, fame, or recognition. The true intent
ส่วนที่ห้าพูดถึงความจริงของครอบครัว โดยเน้นไปที่เจตนาที่ถูกต้องของการให้ เพื่อแยกแยะจากความทุกข์ การเห็นแก่ตัว และความโลภ เจตนาที่แท้จริงคือการแบ่งปันและได้รับบุณญะ ซึ่งมีลักษณะเป็นพลังบริสุทธิ์ เกิดจ
Glossary of Dhamma Terms
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Glossary of Dhamma Terms
Part Seven: Appendixes Danamaya: see Dana Dhamma: split into three main meanings: First: "Pure Nature" within existence and our relationship to it; Second: the teachings of how to get to our "Pure Nat
This appendix provides definitions for crucial terms related to Dhamma, including the meaning of Dhama, the significance of giving sermons, the process of forming right outlooks, and the concept of su
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 16 disappear. Thus, we should close our eyes to seek the universal happiness inside. When we see the universal truth, all differences will become insignificant. The conflicts in this wo
This text emphasizes the importance of seeking universal happiness by closing our eyes to external differences and focusing on our shared inner selves. By understanding universal truths, conflicts dim
Speech of Gratitude to Phrarajabhavanavisudh
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Speech of Gratitude to Phrarajabhavanavisudh
Speech of Gratitude to the President of Dhammakaya Foundation, Phrarajabhavanavisudh on 23 February 2005 Most Venerable Phrarajabhavanavisudh, Venerable Sirs, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlem
This speech delivered by H.E. Suchon Chaleekreua, Chairman of the Thai Senate, honors Most Venerable Phrarajabhavanavisudh for his leadership in organizing memorial services following the devastating
Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
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Purification of the Mind: A Path to Enlightenment
3. Purify the mind: Keep one's mind bright and clear all the time, while inhaling and exhaling. If a person inhales and does not exhale, that person's life will come to an end. Death bears no sign of
This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation. It explains how a person's mental state can determine their spiritual fate in the afterlif
The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
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The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
family members fight over property or money. This causes the decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their desc
Family disputes over property and finances can deteriorate relationships. Ancestors encouraged their descendants to practice generosity, contributing to positive family dynamics. Teaching children to
The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
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The Power of Honesty in Blessings: Lessons from Venerable Angulimala
A respected senior monk gave an explanation regarding this matter. He said, “A blessing’s sacredness” is dependent upon “how honest the blessing-giver is towards his virtues.” If a blessing-giver is
In this narrative, a senior monk explains that the strength of a blessing is tied to the giver's honesty about their virtues. He illustrates this through the story of Venerable Angulimala, a reformed
Yuwakalayanamitra Daily Activities
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Yuwakalayanamitra Daily Activities
Daily activity starts from 5.30 onwards. Yuwakalayanamitra wake up by songs, sweet voices or even body-shaking by mentors, then make bed (with mentors helping), brush teeth and drink water, and go to
The daily activity schedule for Yuwakalayanamitra begins at 5.30 AM with wake-up music or mentor interactions, including tasks like making beds and maintaining hygiene. Mentors oversee the well-being
The Principles of Generosity
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The Principles of Generosity
84 This Life Next Life Wherefore, Gavampati, Sir, go thou into the world of men and tell them : -" Give ye your gifts with thoroughness, with your own hands, with due thought, and give not as if ye
This text highlights the importance of giving in the right spirit as taught by Gavampati. It contrasts the consequences of careless giving, exemplified by prince Payasi's rebirth, with the rewarding o
Sappurisadana Sutta: Gifts of a Person of Integrity
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Sappurisadana Sutta: Gifts of a Person of Integrity
3. Sappurisadana Sutta8 : A Person of Integrity's Gifts "These five are a person of integrity's gifts. Which five? A person of integrity gives a gift with a sense of conviction. A person of integrity
The Sappurisadana Sutta describes five essential gifts that characterize a person of integrity. These gifts include giving with conviction, attentiveness, in an appropriate time, with empathy, and wit
Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta: The Purity of Offerings
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Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta: The Purity of Offerings
52 The Virtue of Absorbing 6. Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta There is the offering that is purified by the giver, not by the receiver. There is the offering that is purified by the receiver, not by th
The Dakkhīnāvibhaga Sutta discusses the concept of offering purification by the giver and receiver. It differentiates four types of offerings: purified by the giver, by the receiver, by neither, and b
The Vulture of Abasingvings and Dakhinävibhanga Sutta
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The Vulture of Abasingvings and Dakhinävibhanga Sutta
56 The Vulture of Abasingvings 6. Dakhinävibhanga Sutta When a passionless person to a passionless person gives With trusting heart a gift righteously obtained, Placing faith that the fruit of action
This excerpt discusses the Dakhinävibhanga Sutta, emphasizing the significance of righteous giving between passionless individuals, specifically arahants. It explains that an arahat's gift, though bel
The Significance of Giving in Difficult Times
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The Significance of Giving in Difficult Times
45 AN 9.20, PTS: A IV 392: translated from the Pali by Thanissaro Bhikkhu 46 The Commentary states that Anathapindika is here referring to alms that he gives to the poor; his alms to the Sangha remain
This passage discusses a teaching from the Buddha to Anathapindika, emphasizing that even in times of famine when one can only offer coarse food, the act of giving remains valuable. The commentary hig
The Virtue of Abstaining: Bhojana Sutta
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The Virtue of Abstaining: Bhojana Sutta
The picture contains the following text: --- The Virtue of Abstaining 8. Bhojana Sutta The prudent person giving life, strength, beauty, quick - wittedness - the wise person, a giver of happiness
The Bhojana Sutta emphasizes the importance of virtuous living and the impact it has on one's life. By giving life, strength, beauty, and happiness to others, an individual cultivates their own happin
The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
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The Vitality of Absorbing Gifts
The Vitality of Absorbing 9. Dana Sutta 3. "he gives a gift with the thought, 'This was given in the past, done in the past, by my father & grandfather. It would not be right for me to let
The text delves into the Dana Sutta, emphasizing the importance of giving as a custom passed down through generations. It highlights two perspectives on gift-giving: one derived from family tradition
The Viewer of Absouving
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The Viewer of Absouving
The Viewer of Absouving 10. Puņņa - kiriya - vatthu Here, bhikkhus, a certain person has done meritorious actions founded on giving gifts significantly, meritorious actions founded on virtues signifi
ในข้อความนี้กล่าวถึงบุคคลที่ทำบุญและการให้ในชีวิตปัจจุบัน โดยเน้นการทำบุญที่เกิดจากการให้และคุณธรรมเขาไม่ได้ตื่นจากการทำบุญที่เกี่ยวข้องกับการพัฒนา หลังจากตายเขาจะเกิดในโลกของเทพเจ้า 33 พระเจ้าสักกะเห