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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
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Understanding Primary Path and Meditative Attainment
Primary Path: beginning stage of meditative attainment leading to more advanced stages of absorption. Right View: view and wisdom in accordance with the Truths, consisting of the following beliefs: g
This text discusses the primary path of meditative attainment, highlighting the importance of right view as foundational beliefs that align with truth. Concepts such as Samadhi, denoting mental discip
The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
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The Virtue of Approving in Velāma Sutta
66 The Virtue of Approving 7. Velāma Sutta "Now, householder, if the thought should occur to you, 'Perhaps it was someone else who at that time was Velāma the brahman, who gave that gift, t
In the Velāma Sutta, the householder is reminded that true merit comes not from the quantity or grandeur of gifts, but from the character and realization of those who receive them. The teaching emphas
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
Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
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Purifying the Mind for a Better Life
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 discusses the significance of maintaining a clear and bright mind through inhalation and exhalation as key to life and decision-making. It emphasizes preparing for death by reflecting on pas
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Life Choices
"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th
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
Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta - The Worthiness of Gifts
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Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta - The Worthiness of Gifts
2. Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta Bhikkhus, these five are unworthy gifts. What five ? Giving disrespectfully, giving without heart and thought, not giving with one’s own hand, giving something which is to be d
The Asapurisaḍāṇa Sutta explains the nature of giving in Buddhism, distinguishing between unworthy and worthy gifts. Unworthy gifts include those given disrespectfully, without thought, not given from
The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
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The Importance of Relationships in Shaping Character
live with them from the time we are born. Each one of these groups shapes our character, our basic nature, and that is why we teach that the very first, of the thirty-eight blessings in this life is t
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจบทบาทที่สำคัญของกลุ่มคนต่างๆ ในการกำหนดลักษณะและธรรมชาติของเรา เริ่มต้นจากพ่อแม่ที่สอนและดูแลเรา ต่อมาคือครูที่ให้ความรู้และสอนให้เราเรียนรู้ที่จะสังคม รวมถึงบทบาทของคู่ชีวิตและเพื่อนที
Taking the Long-Term View in Life
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Taking the Long-Term View in Life
95. TAKE THE LONG TERM VIEW I am someone who takes the long term view (seeing beyond this life). Nothing can be taken with us after death except our merit and demerit. Accumulate as much merit as you
The text emphasizes the significance of adopting a long-term viewpoint, where the accumulation of merit becomes paramount. It suggests that upon death, only merit and demerit accompany us, urging indi
มามะบุชา
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มามะบุชา
มามะบุชา Magha Puja, Buddhist religious day in commemoration of the Great Assembly of Disciples. Magha Puja Day, full moon day of the 3rd lunar month (February/March) marks the day 1,250 Arahants from
มามะบุชา หรือ วันธรรมะ เป็นวันที่เฉลิมฉลองการชุมนุมของพระอรหันต์ 1,250 รูป ที่มาชุมนุมเพื่อเคารพพระพุทธเจ้าในวันพระจันทร์เต็มดวงของเดือนที่ 3 ตามปฏิทินจันทรคติ ไม่มีการนัดหมายและเป็นการมาด้วยความสมัคร
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
Golden Age of Inner Peace gold. They will realize he must have been a very important person to receive such an honour and veneration. The casting of his gold image is not merely a material expression
The gold image symbolizes not just gratitude for the Bodhisattva’s sacrifices but also serves as a historical reminder of his teachings that foster peace and happiness. Despite humanity's tendency tow
Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
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Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
Part Five: Truth for the Family through mindfulness. Mindfulness is being aware of what we are doing at the present moment, and being able to differentiate, or make a judgment, about what is right or
Part Five of this enlightening series emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and meditation in family life. Mindfulness fosters awareness of our actions and helps us discern right from wrong, protec
Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
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Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
Buddhist View on Sex Luang Por 36 : One thing you have to bear in mind is that before leading a life in priesthood, all Buddhist monks were once ordinary laypeople. But they consider the lives of layp
In Buddhism, before taking ordination, monks were once laypeople. They view lay life as filled with burdens that hinder understanding of Dhamma. Engaging in daily life leads to temporary pleasures, ak
Buddhist View on Sex
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Buddhist View on Sex
Buddhist View on Sex Monica meaning of both a sexual relationship and marriage. They will prefer sexual pleasure to a meaningful relationship with someone. The heart will lose its innocence as it is f
The text discusses the Buddhist view on sex, emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships over mere sexual pleasure. It highlights how sexual passion can lead to negative emotions such as je
The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
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The Voice of Abandoning: Velama Sutta
The Voice of Abandoning 7. Velama Sutta "Householder, regardless of whether a gift is coarse or refined, if it is given inattentively, disrespectfully, not with one's own hand, as if throwing it away
In the Velama Sutta, the Buddha emphasizes the importance of the quality of gifts over their material worth. Whether a gift is simple or elaborate, the intention behind it matters greatly. Gifts given
Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding Dhamma and the Eightfold Noble Path
Sucone Jeffray life, and depend on ourselves. They usually live for a really, really, really long time (like hundreds of thousands of years) until they deplete their good kamma. Dhamma – (Sanskrit:
The text discusses the concepts of Dhamma, meditation, and the Eightfold Noble Path as essential elements leading to true understanding and happiness. It emphasizes that true nature and enlightenment
The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
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The Impact of Pāṭimokkha Rules on Monastic Life
Unlike the *Sutta*, once any rule of the *Pāṭimokkha* has been set down, it will affect the daily life of all monks. If any monk breaks it, he must admit for his offence. Therefore, it is hard to imag
The Pāṭimokkha rules, once established, significantly influence the daily lives of monks within the sangha. Any monk who breaks these rules must confess to the offense, which underscores the importanc
Exploring Buddhist Teachings and Practices
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Exploring Buddhist Teachings and Practices
Contents Preface Background Interview 06 07 09 Rebirth & Incarnation 17 Monastic V.S. Secular Life 24 Buddhist Congregation 30 Buddhist View on Sex 33 Death & Afterlife 39 Daily Life of Buddhists Medi
This book delves into various aspects of Buddhism, including the concepts of rebirth and incarnation, the contrast between monastic and secular life, and the daily practices of Buddhists. It offers in
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
10. Sotapanna Also known as the stream-enterer. The sotapanna is a partially-enlightened person, who has eradicated the first three fetters of the mind, that prevent freedom. Sotapannaship is the firs
This text provides insights into fundamental Buddhist concepts. It discusses the Sotapanna, which signifies a stream-enterer who has achieved partial enlightenment by overcoming initial mental fetters
Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
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Marriage from a Dhamma Perspective
self, just as he or she ought to learn about us. Once a foundation of mutual understanding, mutual respect and shared virtues is built, a happy marriage will follow. Marriage - a Dhamma point of view
Marriage is a critical aspect of life that requires careful consideration before entering. It is not just about love, but about mutual respect, understanding, and shared virtues that lead to a happy u
ประสบการณ์การปฏิบัติธรรมและการเห็นองค์พระ
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ประสบการณ์การปฏิบัติธรรมและการเห็นองค์พระ
66 ดิฉันเห็นองค์พระแก้วใส เกตุดอกบัวตูม ปรากฎขึ้นมาจากมุม Top View เห็นเส้นผม ใสๆ ขดเวียนขวา ใบหน้า จมูก ริมฝีปาก ไหล่ ๒ ข้าง กลมกลึง งดงาม มือ ๒ ข้างประสาน บนหน้าตัก หัวเข่า ๒ ข้าง กลมมนสวยพอดีกับแผ่
เนื้อหาบรรยายถึงประสบการณ์ในการปฏิบัติธรรมที่สวนพนาวัฒน์ โดยผู้เขียนเล่าถึงความทุกข์ที่เกิดขึ้นจากสถานการณ์ต่างๆ ทั้งในครอบครัว อย่างไรก็ตาม เมื่อได้ฟังคำสอนจากครูผู้สอนทำให้มีสติและเริ่มค้นพบความสุขใ