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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master
SHIRES PRESS 4869 Main Street P.O. Box 2200 Manchester Center, VT 05255 www.northshire.com/printondemand.php Meetings with a Dhamma Master Copyright © 2011 by Suzanne Jeffrey Library of Congress Num
…his book invites readers to engage with profound insights and reflections that aim to enhance one's spiritual journey. It serves as a companion in understanding the core principles of Buddhism and finding i…
Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
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Call to the Angels - A Chant for Protection
…s and towns, In groves of trees and thickets, Around home sites and in fields; And the earth-devās, spirits, heavenly minstrels and nagas, In water, on land, in badlands, and nearby. May they come and list…
…he galaxies to gather and listen to the recitation of the True Dhamma, which is believed to lead to spiritual liberation. It emphasizes the importance of sharing the profound teachings of the Buddha in vari…
Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
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Meeting Luang Por Dattajeevo: A Personal Reflection
When I first met Luang Por1, it was in the summer of 2008. I had come to visit my son, Luang Pi2 Joshua, during his first year as an ordained monk living at Wat Phra Dhammakaya in Bangkok, Thailand. I
…to each listener. This encounter reflects the privilege of Westerners to connect directly with such spiritual mastery. His aura and knowledge leave a lasting impression, fostering love and respect towards t…
The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
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The Teachings of Luang Por Dattajeevo
Suzanne Jeffrey Life, of course, is not as neat as these teachings are laid out for you, and we do not always meet life’s stresses, or sufferings, head-on with a Dhamma teaching. When I become frustr
…ples in Western contexts, highlighting the importance of communication and translation in conveying spiritual insights. To learn more, visit dmc.tv.
Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
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Meetings with a Dhamma Master: An Encounter with Luang Por Dattajeevo
Nicings with a Dhamma Master MEETINGS WITH A DHAMMA MASTER Meeting #1 12 July 2008 – Ashram I have been invited to meet Luang Por Dattajeevo, the Vice Abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, by a person name
…that arises from such notable encounters, reminding readers of the profound simplicity and depth of spiritual interactions. For more, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
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Understanding Boon and Generosity in Buddhism
be a sleeper!” He looks at me and almost winks. “We need to make boon continuously because, although we are born with boon, we don’t know how much we have when we are born. So we must continually make
…ontinuously is discussed, emphasizing the intentional practices one must engage in to enhance their spiritual well-being. It contrasts two types of giving: necessity/urgency, which sustains Buddhism, and ur…
Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
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Understanding Boon, Kilesa, and Mara in Theravada Buddhism
…tore gets shifted from its place, or he perhaps forgets the marks, Or Naga-Serpents hale it off, or spirits fritter it away, Or else the heirs he cannot bear abstract it while he does not see; And when his …
…and good deeds as a true treasure that cannot be stolen or lost. The text reflects on the nature of spiritual wealth compared to material possessions, highlighting that moral virtues provide lasting benefit…
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
…teachers”, to the left, “friends, colleagues, and peers”, to the back, “spouse and family”, above, “spiritual leader”, and below, if applicable, “employees or those under your management”. “This case depic…
The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in fulfilling these needs. It explains the consequences of receiving
The Teachings of the Six Directions
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The Teachings of the Six Directions
…l each day with many other students. “The last direction is the one above us. These people are our spiritual leaders whose duty it is to protect the people (or their congregation) from doing harmful acts, …
บทความนี้อธิบายถึงความสำคัญของการสื่อสารในยุคเทคโนโลยี การมีสติในสิ่งที่เราพูด และการมีความสัมพันธ์ที่ดีในการทำงาน การคำนึงถึงผู้อื่นและความรับผิดชอบในการสื่อสารเป็นสิ่งสำคัญ ไม่ว่าจะเป็นในบริบทของการ
Listening with a Dharma Attitude
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Listening with a Dharma Attitude
Listening with a Dharma Attitude to build wealth, both materially and spiritually. In these rooms, we put all of our good habits that we have developed in the other rooms into …
การฟังด้วยทัศนคติทางธรรมะช่วยสร้างความมั่งคั่งทั้งในด้านวัตถุและจิตใจ โดยการปฏิบัติในสิ่งที่ดีที่เราได้พัฒนา เราเรียนรู้การใช้ประสาทสัมผัสทั้งห้าและการแสดงออกที่เหมาะสม ซึ่งไม่เพียงแต่ทำให้เราเป็นนักเ
The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
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The Eightfold Noble Path for Attaining Dhamma
The Eightfold Noble Path For Attaining Dhamma 1. Samma Ditti - Right View and Understanding 2. Samma Sanggappa - Right Thought 3. Samma Waja - Right Speech 4. Samma Gammanda - Right Action 5. Samma A
…hers. By following these principles, one can cultivate inner peace and light, ultimately leading to spiritual enlightenment. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
…ate, loving, kind, and one that would never hurt anyone or anything. This is the voice of peace and spiritual reasoning. If that voice dictates anything harmful to others, then it is not our internal voice …
Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice
Embracing Change Through Buddhism
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Embracing Change Through Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "We cannot change our past, but we can change today and our future. Therefore, resolutions are very important. So we must resolve to be born with a pure mind to parents with pure mind
This text emphasizes the significance of making resolutions for personal growth and spiritual development. It highlights the belief that while we cannot alter our past, we hold the power to …
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
…rience intertwines practice with profound teachings, underscoring the significance of self-care and spiritual preparation.
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a be…
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
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Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master
Meetings with a Dhammakaya Master discovered the Law of Kamma. He was not the creator of the Law, but the re-discoverer of the Law of Kamma. All beings who do evil or wrong things will discover the L
…he sharing of knowledge among participants, which emphasizes the importance of inner brightness and spiritual understanding. After the insights, translators assist in bridging language gaps, while celebrato…
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
…vironment. So we need to be responsible for our own six directions: our parents, our teachers, our (spiritual) leaders, our family, our colleagues, and our friends. Each person has their own six direc-
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
Understanding Mara and Meditation
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Understanding Mara and Meditation
…pouse starts to snore: This is just an interference to stop us from our meditation. Q: Is the mind spirit? A: You have to train yourself and see this for yourself. If you practice meditation, then you wil…
…ns during meditation. Jeffery emphasizes the importance of training the mind through meditation for spiritual growth and wisdom. Wearing white, lighting incense, or offering flowers is not mandatory for med…
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
Suzanne Jeffrey "The students you are teaching now will be the politicians when you retire. If you do not teach them properly, then who is to blame? We are!! We are to blame because we are probably n
…arious practices leading to self-discovery. Overall, the document promotes proactive exploration of spirituality and personal truth while following the teachings of the Noble Path. For more insights visit d…
The Role of Parents and Teachers in Moral Training
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The Role of Parents and Teachers in Moral Training
Suzanne Jeffrey "The teachers have a double duty, one of moral training and the other of academic training. So how do we solve this problem of teaching children what is good and bad? We train the par
…d education. Developing moral behavior is crucial, and collaboration between parents, teachers, and spiritual leaders is essential. The discussion revolves around the impact of good habits and behavior lear…