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…e the story in a fairy tale: A tiny little farmer girl, completely illiterate, took a journey on a spiritual quest, found a Great Master, learned the great Knowledge from the Master, went on to build a gre…

On April 22, 2000, Khun Yai, at 91, witnessed the completion of the Great Dhammakaya Cetiya, becoming a central hub for over one million Buddhists globally. After her passing on September 10, 2000, an

The Dhammakaya Temple is more than just temple buildings. It is a community that exemplifies a culture of peace and non-violence where meditation comes first and material concerns come last. Establis

… Temple, established on February 20, 1970, embodies a culture of peace and meditation, prioritizing spiritual growth over material concerns. It features the largest meditation hall, capable of hosting 150,0…

… body, two finger-breadths above the navel, is the natural home of the mind and also the gateway to spiritual attainment. When the mind is settled at the Seventh Base, it is in a safe sanctuary sheltered fr…

The Seventh Base is located two finger-breadths above the navel and is essential for the mind's tranquility. It serves as a protective shelter from mental impurities. This center is crucial for achiev

Make sure there are no signs of tension anywhere and that you're closing your eyes the right way. Create a feeling of ease, happiness and purity. Feel that you're entering upon a perfect state of calm

…stence. It highlights the importance of the Seventh Base of the Mind, an integral part of achieving spiritual insight and understanding. By letting go of attachments and recognizing the transient nature of …

114 GUIDED MEDITATION Visualizing a Meditation Object The Great Master gave us a good technique for visualization: to imagine a crystal clear sphere that is totally flawless, as clear as a polished d

…. Different objects can be used based on personal comfort, leading to a deeper meditative state and spiritual growth. For those struggling with visualization, selecting a more relatable object can facilitat…

Light of Purity Don’t get excited when you see the bright light, or wonder where the light is coming from, or whether you have left the lights on. Be unaffected by it. Feel happy that there is bright

…to the attainment of inner Dhamma. Details on how to cultivate this mindset and its significance in spiritual practice are also highlighted.

…shallow stream on a hot sunny day. Experiencing even a tiny dose of happiness that rejuvenates your spirit is an indication that you’re on the right path.

Meditation requires patience and practice, leading to joy over time. By cultivating stillness and happiness during practice, you can improve your inner experience. Like a child in kindergarten, approa

…d inertia – discouragement and lethargy. Feeling discouraged, depressed, dejected, having a lack of spirit. Feeling drowsy, sluggish, weary and lack of energy, etc. Restlessness and agitation – disturbance…

The Five Hindrances are crucial negative mental states that can obstruct meditation success. They include Sensual Desire, which refers to craving for sensory pleasures that distract the mind. Ill will

GUIDED MEDITATION 135 CALLING UPON YOUR MERIT Keep your mind still. Reflect on all the merits that you have accumulated throughout your countless past lifetimes all the way to the present lifetime.

… influences from the past. Meditation practices like this can lead to greater emotional clarity and spiritual growth. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

Reflect on your merit sphere, easily and comfortably. Develop a feeling that you have a bright merit sphere residing at the center of your body. It doesn’t matter whether the sphere may appear clearly

…your mind. As the merit sphere becomes clearer, you'll experience a sense of physical lightness and spiritual presence. Treat this practice as a significant mission in life, nurturing your mind's connection…

silently and continuously in the mind. If you are not sure about the location of the center of the body, just know that anywhere in the area of your abdomen will do. Don't be disappointed if you find

… leads to the emergence of a 'crystal sphere', symbolizing the primary path (pathama magga) towards spiritual realization. This sphere connects deeply with the mind, resulting in unprecedented happiness. As…

Attaining Dhamma: meditative attainment; a state of absorption in meditation where the mind achieves super insight and knowledge; knowing and seeing according to the truths. Attainment of Dhammakaya:

…ng these concepts is vital for those on the Buddhist path to deepen their practice and knowledge of spiritual truths. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

Klong: a Thai word for canal Luang Por: a Thai word which means Venerable Father, an informal way of addressing a senior monk. Luang Pu: a Thai word which means Venerable Grandfather, an informal wa

…uggests a personal transcendental aspect of merit, emphasizing that its accumulation enhances one's spiritual journey. For more details, visit dmc.tv.

… (Skt. Nirvana): the state of ultimate happiness, the happy condition of enlightenment, the highest spiritual attainment. This is not the sense-based happiness of everyday life; nor is it the concept of hap…

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

…s; the Basket of Discourses (Sutta Pitaka) – discourses concerning social, moral, philosophical and spiritual significance; and the Basket of Ultimate Things (Abhidhamma Pitaka) – dealing with psychological…

Tipitaka, or Tripitaka, consists of three main sections: Vinaya Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka, and Abhidhamma Pitaka, covering monks' rules, discourses on various human concerns, and psychological aspects of B

Wat Phra Dhammakaya Kanagawa 3-39-9 Kokubukita, Ebina-shi Kanagawa-Ken, 243-0406, Japan Tel: +81 46-205-6713 Fax: +81 46-205-6714 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dimcjp.org/kanagawa Wat Ph

…luding Kanagawa, Gumna, Yamanashi, Saitama, and Nagoya, each providing resources for meditation and spiritual growth. In Malaysia, the Dhammakaya Meditation Center of Penang offers similar services. These c…

Wat Bhavana Yangju 350-66, Deokjeong-dong Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do South Korea Tel: +(82) 10-9597-0072 E-mail: [email protected] Dhammakaya Internation Meditation Center of Taichung 4-5F No.15, Min

… in South Korea, Taiwan, and Bahrain. These centers offer a peaceful environment for meditation and spiritual development. In South Korea, find a center in Yangju. Taiwan hosts several centers in Taichung, …

GERMANY Wat Phra Dhammakaya Bavaria Heinkel Str. 1, D-86343 Koenigsbrunn Deutschland Tel: + (49) 823-1957-4530 + (49) 823-1957-4531 Fax: + (49) 823-1957-4532 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.w

…y, including temples in Bavaria, Schwarzwald, Frankfurt, Berlin, and Heilbron. Each location offers spiritual services, meditation practices, and community engagement. For inquiries, contact the temples dir…

176 WORLDWIDE CENTERS FLORIDA Florida Meditation Center 1303 N. Gordon St. Plant City, FL 33563, USA Tel: +(1) 813-756-3796 Fax: +(1) 813-283-0050 E-mail: [email protected]

…ia, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Minnesota. Each center offers unique environments for practice and spiritual growth. Connect with their contact details including addresses, phone numbers, and email to lear…

MELBOURNE Wat Phra Dhammakaya Melbourne 18 Centenary Drive Mill Park Vci, Australia Tel: + (61) 3-9437-6255 E-mail: [email protected] Wat Phra Dhammakaya WA (Perth) (Lot 3) 110 Caponi Rd. Barragu

…Perth. In New Zealand, meditation centers are situated in Dunedin and Wellington, aiming to enhance spiritual growth and community connection. Additionally, there is a Solomon Islands Meditation Center in H…